Washington voters pass 695 tax revolt in Washington state
Washington voters scrap a progressive car tax for a $30 flat fee and require public votes on all tax increases. The plan drains $750 million from the state budget, prompting cities to seek preemptive new taxes, with Gov. Locke planning state job cuts. Initiatives rally 500,000 supporters led by Tim Eyman who vows a follow up.
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Texas giant collider ends in small town disappointment
In Waxahachie, Texas the 54 mile Superconducting Super Collider project failed to launch as Congress pulled the plug in 1993. The 1999 site closures leave a refrigeration plant and capped tunnels while scientists move to CERN in Geneva. some residents lament disruption, others welcome relief.
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Foes stage last try to stop Canal pact
With 20 days left in the countdown to the Panama Canal turnover opponents press a final bid to keep control from Panamanian hands. They warn of Chinese influence via Hutchison Whampoa Ltd. while Congress members and former officers urge scrutiny as Clinton says the deal stands. Senate leaders voice alarm over surrender of the strategic waterway.
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Feds ranked high in consumer satisfaction study
A University of Michigan survey of 29 federal agencies shows an overall government score of 68.6, nearing private sector levels. Highest marks went to Head Start at 87 and NASA education programs at 80, while IRS and Other agencies scored notably lower.
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Notice of Final Settlement Hearing in Stone Estate Case
First published December 13 1999 and last published December 27 1999 announces hearing on petition for final settlement in the estate of Paul E Stone deceased. Court in Ottawa Franklin County Kansas requires written defenses by January 4 2000 at 9:00 AM. Attorney Paul D Stone executor and Robert W Green Chartered provide counsel.
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U S officials meet with Cuban father over Elian Gonzalez case
U S immigration officials held a private meeting in Havana with Juan Miguel Gonzalez father of Elian Gonzalez amid tense U S Cuba talks. Cuban officials may have attended though details were not disclosed. The meeting aims to decide whether the 6 year old should be returned to Cuba as expections for the talks grew.
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