Parker trial notes echoing arguments and delays
Jury deliberations began Thursday afternoon in the Parker case with discussions on conspiracy definitions and a bail decision. Prosecutors plan to seek imprisonment or bond pending sentencing if convicted, while Parker defends his presence and challenges witness statements amid backing from local supporters.
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Hog odor study burden in Johnston County hog farms
Residents in Johnston County win a civil suit over hog farm odor devaluing property amid broader worries. A North Carolina State University study examined 237 home sales in 1992 93 across several counties, finding odor effects present but potentially smaller than some claim.
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Tax cuts split House and Senate on budget plan
Budget battles center on tax policy as House Republicans push a roughly 350 billion dollar seven year tax cut package including child credits and capital gains relief while Senate stalls, aiming for economic dividend to fund tax relief but offering no firm guarantees. GOP leaders praise early steps, Democrats vow to press Clinton if talks stall.
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Senators Faircloth Helms Back Budget Break for Tax Relief
Washington AP Senators Lauch Faircloth and Jesse Helms aligned with the majority on a budget amendment vote. The plan would use the economic dividend from balancing the budget for family tax relief and incentives to spur savings investment and job creation, affecting Democrats and Republicans alike. The vote tally showed five Democrats and 50 Republicans for the yes and 40 Democrats and four Republicans for the no.
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Very friendly guy faces sex solicitation charge
Buttafuoco, known for the Mary Jo affair, was arrested in Hollywood on suspicions of soliciting a prostitute. He claims he was set up and was released without bail, with a court date scheduled for June 15. His wife Mary Jo defended him, calling him a very friendly guy.
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Stones early recording fetches 81000 at Christie’s auction
A 1961 recording by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards as teens surfaced at Christie’s selling for 81,000. The then unknowns performed La Bamba before Valens popularized it. Jagger and Richards were 17, with Jagger’s voice already distinctively high and Richards’ playing recognizable.
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Memorial Day plans and retiree Blonnie Reaves report
Blonnie Reaves of New Bern says she will relax and take a pool dip for Memorial Day while enjoying fishing and garden work. Carey Wallace notes entertainment news about John Tesh gaining more vacation time for a national tour after Paramount Television settled a dispute over his leave.
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Cosell Memorial Service Draws Stars and Family Tributes
A memorial for Howard Cosell drew politicians, sports figures, entertainers, and journalists at the Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew New York. Cosell died April 23 at 77 from a heart embolism. Attendees praised his talent and love of life and sports. Comedian Billy Crystal recalled Cosell gave him his first break. Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali appeared together on church steps. Eight mothers of mentally challenged children will receive awards in memory of Rose Rand on July 22, presented by Jean Kennedy Smith in Dublin and announced by Smith who noted her mother’s devotion. The mothers come from Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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Gramm and the right to watch dirty jokes and smut
Mike Royko argues that Phil Gramm deserves no moral high ground for backing a long-ago R-rated film. He notes Democrats once defended art and free speech, mocks calls for family values, and claims many Americans privately enjoy smut and dirty jokes, including salesmen. Royko adds Gramm’s shift from Democrat to Republican explains the stance.
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