19 Aug 1992
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1992
Page
1
Boston star Larry Bird announced his retirement Tuesday ending a 3 year run that ranks among the greatest in NBA history. Described as an all around player with a superman mind, Bird left a lasting mark on the game and his team.
The United States plans one of the era's costliest emergency efforts, deploying eleven Air Force cargo planes to Somalia to deliver food and medical supplies amid civil war and famine. Operation Provide Relief aims to stabilize conditions until a UN led program can take over, with appeals for tax deductible contributions to a Syracuse fund.
Civil war in Bosnia Herzegovina nears a potential halt as Serbs and Bosnians accept U N supervision of big guns in Sarajevo. Monitors would identify culpable parties to halt violations amid a five month siege that has killed about 8,000 and displaced a million.
The center of Saratoga is the horse, a marvelous mystery to trainers jockeys and owners who study its nature and performance as the crowd watches.
Karen Heller reports on the escalating dispute between Woody Allen and Mia Farrow amid abuse allegations and a custody bid. Police investigate claims involving their children while Allen defends himself and the family fights over guardianship and a major film release.
United States Britain and France issued an ultimatum to Saddam Hussein threatening to shoot down Iraqi warplanes and helicopter gunships if air attacks on Shiite rebels in southern Iraq persist. Prime Minister Major labeled Saddam’s actions genocide and urged safe havens while Baghdad blamed U.S. President Bush for distraction from domestic crises.
At the National Convention in Houston, Republicans framed Gov. Bill Clinton as a radical liberal who would coddle criminals, disarm America, and harm the economy. President Bush prepared an acceptance speech with aides to salvage credibility on his economic promises, signaling cabinet changes and a tougher stance on Congress.
Local page notes lottery results alongside movie listings and obituary notices. Sports and television updates fill gaps with brief summaries of upcoming events and program changes.
A trio of Gentral New York Republican women voice disagreement with the party stance on abortion. The convention itinerary features Barbara Bush as a public relations exemplar and a full lineup including Sen. Phil Gramm and Housing Secretary Jack Kemp, highlighting a conservative, media-driven event.
Randall Terry, founder of Operation Rescue, drew hundreds of abortion opponents to a Houston Planned Parenthood center. He thanked supporters behind barricades on Congress Street as hot, muggy weather persisted. A woman noted larger turnout earlier, while pastors led the morning protest.
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