Clinton and GOP spar over budget as shutdown drags on
President Clinton and Republican leaders, meeting at the White House, show a hopeful tone but offer no new offers. Lawmakers prepare for a Christmas recess with votes unlikely until next week while aides map options to trim Medicare, Medicaid and welfare spending amid a broad budget clash. 260,000 federal workers remain idle as nine cabinet agencies stay shuttered.
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Clinton
White House
Congress
House
Dick Armey
Texas
Newt Gingrich
R-Ga
Senate
Bob Dole
Kan
Armey
Congressional
Dick Gephardt
D-Mo
GOP
America
District of Columbia
White House notes spark GOP probes on Rose Law files
Recurring notes from a private meeting raise questions about whether White House aides sought confidential information for Clinton's private attorney. Republicans claim the phrases vacuum Rose Law files and never know imply destruction or cover up, while Fabiani says the entries show Kendall aimed to get up to speed. The White House denies obstruction and says the notes reflect agenda items and information already public.
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White House
Kendall
Kennedy
Clinton
Fabiani
Vacuum Rose Law
Rose
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Whitewater
Rose Law
Alfonso D‘*Amato
R-N.y
Senate Whitewater Committee
Panel urges suspensions for city officers in 1994 arrest death
A Philadelphia citizens panel says six police officers used excessive force and lied to investigators in the 1994 arrest of Moises DeJesus who died days later. It recommends up to 30 days for Officer Donna Young and 15 days for five others, with the ranking supervisor reprimanded. The mayor and police commissioner will decide whether to accept or reject the recommendations.
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Hiladelphia
Police Advisory Commission
Moises DeJesus
Donna Young
William Suarez
Raul Malviero
Michael Paige
Nicholas
Chris DiPasquale
Robert Sharkus
Edward G. Rendell
Richard Neal
DeJesus
North
Philadel
Kansas Weather Outlook Extended Christmas Day Weekend
The forecast calls for a dry period with milder Christmas Day and Tuesday, though still cool. Lows dip to 15 to 25 degrees and highs reach the upper 30s to near 40 in snow covered areas, and 45 to 50 elsewhere. Wednesday remains dry and slightly colder with lows 15 to 25 and highs mostly in the 30s.
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Kansas
Counsel named for Gingrich investigation
The House Ethics Committee named James M. Cole, a former Justice Department prosecutor, as special counsel to lead its probe into whether Newt Gingrich improperly used a college course for political purposes. Cole, now with a Washington law firm, may broaden the inquiry if evidence warrants.
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House Ethics Committee
House
Newt Gingrich
Justice Department
James M. Cole
Justice
Gingrich
R-Ga
Cole
Nancy Johnson
Rconn
Johnson
Capitol
Jim McDermott
Dash
Toothbrushes decorate Rockbridge County Courthouse lawn
Lexington Virginia AP scene worries over odd display as 53 red toothbrushes are planted in two evenly spaced rows on the Rockbridge County Courthouse lawn. Doug Harwood of Rockbridge Advocate calls it top wacky local act with visitors already stopping by. The display will stay through Christmas.
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Lexington
Rockbridge County
Doug Harwood
Rockbridge
Harwood
Bruce Patterson
Ottawa Herald subscription rates 1986
The Ottawa Herald lists delivery rates effective October 1 1986 for Ottawa and surrounding areas. Pricing covers carrier motor route and mail options with monthly three month six month and annual terms, all in advance including state sales tax.
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Ottawa
Franklin County
Miami
Douglas
Osage
Anderson
State of Kansas
Graves reflects on first year in Kansas legislature and tax cuts
Graves describes learning the legislative process and gaining support for a tax reduction package that curbed sales taxes on labor in construction and utilities in manufacturing while halving motor vehicle taxes over five years. He notes a major setback over the gambling issue and praises his cabinet for its quality and lack of controversy.
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Jerry Moran
House
Senate
Graves
Kansas
Parents rethink Barbie play amid calls for balanced toys
Psychologists advise active parental guidance as some families limit Barbie and accessories to foster varied play. Critics note Barbie can shape ideals, while supporters urge moderation and alternatives like Legos and books to broaden a child’s world. Lydia Schmidt says no to excess Barbie for her 6 year old.
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Alan Hack
Downtown Professional Consultants
New York
Barbie
Oppenheim
Lydia Schmidt
Legos
Christmas Holiday Notices And Local Sales Listings
Local ads note Heltons Hallmark and A Bloomin Florist Christmas specials with discounts on afghans and decor. Seasonal closings include health department closures and business vacations from December 23 to January 2. Public events include a “Deadline” film, Chiefs tailgate, and store hours adjustments for holidays.
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Tom Love
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