U N Troops Suffer Rising Toll in Mogadishu Clashes
In Mogadishu Somalia UN officials report the death toll among Pakistani peacekeepers rising to two with three more wounded after a five hour battle on 21 October Road. U S and Italian helicopters and armor were deployed as gunmen attacked a compound linked to Osman Atto a major backer of Aidid.
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Oneidas land in Verona exempt from local taxes
The Oneida Indian Nation will have about 400 acres in Verona, near Oneida, removed from local tax rolls as it opens a $10 million casino. Officials say the land is sovereign and exempt from taxation, part of roughly 640 acres acquired in recent years outside the reservation. County records show nearly $9,000 in taxes would have been assessed this year.
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Verona
Madison
Griffiss
Women find oasis of care at Syracuse shelter
At the Salvation Army 16 bed Women's Shelter on 1704 S. Salina St Syracuse a dozen residents cooked dinner together showing a mix of ages and backgrounds. Officials note rising homelessness in Onondaga County with about 500 people in Central New York needing beds as space shrinks. Marilyn Brown, a shelter counselor, says residents need structure guidance and hope alongside basic shelter.
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Syracuse
Onondaga County
Esti
New York
Marilyn Brown
Doris Powell
Margaret Kraft
Salvation Army Women's Shelter
Court ruling threatens new minority voting districts
ATLANTA A Supreme Court ruling questions the constitutionality of a black majority North Carolina district and could spark challenges to minority districts across the South and in states like Illinois and New York. Experts split on whether the ruling will affect only extreme redistricting along race or broader plans.
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Seabees allege Iraqi gas attack at start of Gulf War
Veterans of a Navy Seabee unit recount a night of explosion and mist they say exposed them to chemical agents. They report ongoing health problems while officials deny any chemical weapons use in the war. Many describe lasting symptoms and battles to seek recognition.
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Larry Perry
Gold Hill
N.C
Mike Haynes
Galivants Ferry
S.C
Thomas Harper
Shiloh
Naval Reserve
House votes to end Selective Service System
By 207 to 202 the House moves to abolish the Selective Service and its draft registration. An amendment to restore 20 million for 1994 operating costs failed, leaving Senate action required. Rep Solomon calls it insurance while Rep Stark labels it wasteful. men must register within 30 days of turning 18.
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R-N.y
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Pete Stark
D-Calif
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