Photographer Cynthia Elbaum Killed in Grozny Air Raid
American photographer Cynthia Elbaum, 28, was killed during a Russian attack in Grozny while documenting human drama for her freelance work. She had a Russian studies degree from Smith College and lived in New York, with multiple visits to Russia.
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Smith College
New York
Russia
QE2 trip marred by plumbing and water woes
Passengers on the Queen Elizabeth 2 disembarked with complaints about spewing toilets, cold and muddy water, and blocked stairwells after a 23 day refurbishment. Cunard CEO John Olsen met with travelers, apologizing and promising compensation. The 67,000 ton liner had work ongoing from a 43 million overhaul begun in Southampton last Saturday. Passengers from Los Angeles and Fort Lauderdale reported brown and scalding water and a toilet failure on the first day.
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Smoking quit rates show addiction strong says CDC
More than 15 million Americans try to quit annually and about 8 percent succeed. CDC data from a 1993 survey of 21 000 adults finds 34 percent of 46 million smokers attempt quitting each year with roughly 1 million achieving success. Public and work restrictions bolster motivation to quit.
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Fewer abortions in 1992 as CDC reports drop
Federal data show 1992 legal abortions totaled 1,359,145 across all states and D C, a 21 percent decline from 1991. The rate held at about 23 abortions per 1,000 women aged 15 to 44, with most procedures in the first trimester and many within the home state.
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Soundproofing improved for Simpson jail visiting area
Superior Court Judge Lance Ito approved soundproofing upgrades at the Men's Central Jail visiting area after a deputy overheard O J Simpson allegedly confiding to Rosey Grier. The modification, costing about 20000 dollars, followed Ito's tours with prosecutors and defense lawyers to oversee the setup.
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Oxford Inn volunteers host holiday shelter party
Mike Sullivan and Henry Nicolella run Oxford Inn with Charles Catholic aid since 1979, home to four homeless men after Christmas each year and now hosting a festive night. Liz and Fran coordinated donations for tractable gifts and a Santa visit with music, photos, and wrapped presents for guests.
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Henry Nicolella
Oxford Inn
Charles
Liz
Fran
Lyncourt School
Night at The Inn on Christmas Eve in Syracuse
A memoir style scene unfolds at The Inn in Syracuse where Stephane, William, Don known as Rubber Legs, and Alyin share music and drawings. Residents discuss hardship, homelessness, and Christmas plans while Alvin, an advocate, recalls his past in Long Island. The night features carols, reflections, and a makeshift party for angels.
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Carter's cease-fire delay in Bosnia sparks renewal talks
UN envoy Akashi struggled to bridge gaps as cease-fire brokered by Jimmy Carter faced a 12 to 24 hour postponement. Bosnian Serbs and Muslims demand conditions on missing persons and a peace plan, while shelling in Sarajevo and Bihac raises doubts about a truce.
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Alexander Ivanko
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Bank to take loss making quarter as ONBANCorp goes public
ONBANCorp plans a sale to repay 3200 million in debt and rebalance investments after rising rates eroded holdings. The bank, with about 100 offices in Upstate New York and Pennsylvania, reported a 1994 nine month profit of 4108 million, down from 4509 million a year earlier. The NASDAQ listed company began trading at 6 per share in 1987.
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