Aid bill ready for Clinton signature after LA quake
Washington reported an 8.6 billion aid package to assist earthquake victims passed the House 245 to 65 and cleared the Senate by voice vote. The January 17 quake caused six deaths and about 20 billion dollars in damage, leaving tens of thousands homeless. President Clinton welcomed the measure and pledged long term support.
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Rostenkowski Repays $82,000 in Office Supplies
Rep Dan Rostenkowski reimbursed the government 82000 for office supplies bought from the congressional service. Prosecutors had subpoenaed his office supply records in a three car criminal inquiry involving the Ways and Means chairman. The dispute centers on use of a discounted supplier account for possible campaign or personal purchases.
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Russian cosmonaut first to fly on US shuttle returns home
Cape Canaveral Florida welcomed Sergei Krikalev, the first Russian to fly aboard a US shuttle, as Discovery landed at Kennedy Space Center. Mission Control and Russian officials praised the milestone amid a mission that did not release a research satellite as planned.
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China may back North Korea sanctions if talks progress
South Korea hints China could support punitive sanctions on North Korea if peaceful negotiations show promise. After talks with U S officials, Han Sung Joo said Beijing's stance depends on the international community backing dialogue. The U N Security Council seeks I A E inspections of North Korea’s facilities, which Pyongyang has resisted. A J A B A board meeting in about ten days in Vienna could decide the path forward.
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Latin nations oppose U.S. drug aid cuts in Latin America
Bolivia and Panama defend vigorous anti drug efforts as Washington weighs reducing aid. Bolivia warns that cutting ~80 million dollars could spark unrest. Panama says U.S. criticism oversteps authority as Peru and others face possible aid loss for failing to meet cooperation standards.
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U S Japan Fail to Overcome Trade Impasse
Washington reports no new trade accord as Prime Minister Hosokawa and President Clinton end talks with eight months of deadlock over Japan opening its markets. Clinton avoids renewed talks while signaling possible sanctions and awaits Tokyo moving on objective criteria for market access.
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Hutchison Acquitted in Texas Ethics Case
Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison was acquitted after prosecutors dropped the case and a judge ordered a not guilty verdict. The charges involved alleged misuse of state funds and resources during 1991 to 1993 while treasurer. Hutchison called the outcome a victory and cited double jeopardy preventing further prosecution.
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Prison stabbing prompts search and investigation at jail
Investigators sealed the area after a inmate was killed in a stabbing at the prison. Ten state police investigators questioned all 100 inmates over two days. The fight’s origin remains undisclosed and findings will go to the district attorney next week. Nixon, a New York City native serving 14 to 23 years for grand larceny, was hospitalized after surgery.
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Snow and Ice Bring Wide Havoc Across Regions
Snow and ice disrupted areas from New York to Tennessee as 12.8 inches fell in Central Park setting records. New Yorkers tried cross country skiing in Prospect Park while major highways saw wrecks and several deaths. Evacuations occurred in West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee as rivers rose and melting snow created new dangers. A 2.5 magnitude earthquake near Bristol caused no damage.
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Serbs Turn Over Weapons as UN Steps In Near Sarajevo
NATO told Serbs to pull back howitzers mortars and anti air craft guns 12 miles from the city by Feb 21 or face bombing. UN secretary general Boutros-Ghali authorized Yasushi Akashi to call for NATO air strikes around Sarajevo and approve air support for UN personnel in Bosnia.
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