Cleanup push for Marine base PCB sites in 1990s plan
Capt Scott Kisch notes a shift from past disposal. Renee Henderson says 32 base sites are under investigation for hazardous waste with one cleaned, six partially cleaned, and others under interim measures. EPA proposals target PCB soils with off site landfilling or incineration, costing millions and spanning six to nine months, with public comments invited to Jon D Johnston at EPA Federal Facilities Branch.
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Base Joint Public Affairs Office
Corps
Kisch
Marine Corps
EPA
Renee Henderson
Navy and
Henderson
U.S. Environmental Protection
Jon D. Johnston
Federal Facilities Branch
Courtland Street N.E
Atlanta
Local volunteer aids leukemia patient in marrow donor search
Ona Martin and the auxiliary rally for Robbins, a leukemia patient, explaining marrow donation details and the challenges of finding a matching donor. The National Bone Marrow Bank notes only 77,488 black donors among 1.3 million. Robbins urges military screening as DoD offers free testing to improve odds for a black donor.
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Ona Martin
Robbins
Martin
New Bern SS
Weigl
Shea
Minneapolis
Suspect Bonney Detained Near I-64 Overpass
Authorities matched Bonney to a description and found him near an Interstate 64 overpass. He appeared disoriented with bruises and cuts from the escape. He will be held in Norfolk City Jail awaiting North Carolina extradition as officials finalize paperwork. Patty McQuillan said NC Corrections is preparing papers but could not confirm a return date.
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Bonney
Norfolk City
North Carolina
Patty McQuillan
North Carolina Corrections
Clinton Health Plan Faces House Rules Clash
The health coverage issue dominates the agenda as Clinton touts a plan to provide coverage that cannot be taken away. Democrats in both chambers revise the proposal ahead of a Rules Committee examination and a White House response within two to three weeks.
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White House
Talons
Mitchell
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Elvis Jackson union sparks Graceland era questions
The Elvis Graceland estate faces doubtful impact from Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley’s marriage. Officials say Graceland remains central to Elvis’s legacy with about 15 million annual revenue, while Jackson’s Neverland estate and potential October tribute concert stir speculation about future themes at the Memphis landmark.
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Michael Jackson
Elvis Presley
Lisa Marie
Elvis
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Presley
Jackson
California
Neverland
Georgann Reynolds
Elvis Country
Memphis
Jack
Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc
Soden
Lisa
Forbes Magazine
Stern Must Disclose Finances To Run For Governor
A judge signals that Howard Stern must discuss his finances to pursue the New York governorship on the Libertarian ticket. Stern faces an Aug 30 deadline to file a detailed state financial disclosure form, with the court emphasizing candor about money matters.
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Stern
New York
Should the U S send military forces into Haiti
Bennett likes fishing and car work. Debate over U S military action in Haiti centers on goals and necessity. Stern challenges ethics disclosure laws. Justice Hughes doubts success of the suit. Doctorow promotes the Octagon’s restoration with a public lunch on Roosevelt Island. White wins TV Tyson role finalists amid auditions. Cosby sues photographer over alleged invasion. Cosby testifies about a flash during a museum ceremony. From wire reports.
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Michael Jai White
All My Children
HBO Pictures
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Tyson
Brooklyn
Iron Mike
HBO
New York
Atlanta
Los Angeles
Chicago
Timisis LifeClock prompts readers to count remaining time
A quirky ad for a digital clock that shows the hours left in a life and delivers motivational messages sells for $99.95. Inventor Barry Faldner and partner Charles Altholt claim the device echoes Beethoven’s last days, urging people to cram more living into their remaining hours.
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Timisis
Orange
Barry Faldner
Sinfonia Orchestra of
Chicago
Charles
Chip”’ Altholt
Faldner
Ludwig van Beethoven
Beethoven
Chip
Mike Royko
Arkansas plans for assembly-line execution debated
In a reader poll prompt, the piece questions support for Arkansas' execution plan while quoting a Citadel cadet Shannon and male cadets. The excerpt notes a demand that Shannon cut her hair to gain equality, arguing the rule targets women and could deter others from attending The Citadel.
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