New Era charity scheme collapses under bankruptcy
Beatrice Merzig of Oneonta supported the New Era Foundation promising to double gifts to local charities. The foundation filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, ending its promises and leaving about 300 creditors, including universities and museums, unpaid. Merzig regrets trusting the venture but notes her tax deductions and local aims. The Rescue Mission in Syracuse may lose about 1.3 million. John G Bennett Jr founded the scheme, which attracted Philadelphian and national investors before collapse.
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Army buddy details McVeigh bombing case casing trip
An Army friend of Timothy McVeigh has admitted driving him to Oklahoma City to case the federal building before the blast. Michael Fortier, 27, of Kingman Arizona, seeks a cooperation deal with prosecutors. Authorities say he helped McVeigh in 1988 and was connected to Fortier’s marriage in 1994 amid gun seizures.
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Weather outlook with scattered showers and mild temperatures
The forecast calls for tonight cloudy with a chance of a shower or thunderstorm. Sunday should be partly sunny and breezy, with a high near 67. Monday shows a chance of showers, followed by a mix of sun and clouds on Tuesday with a high of 68 and a low of 45. Wednesday turns fair with a high near 67 and a low of 45.
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Prosecutor details graphic O J Simpson murders
In Los Angeles prosecutors outlined for the first time the alleged brutal sequence of the Simpson killings. They described Simpson stepping on Nichole Brown’s back and pulling her head by the hair before a neck wound, and Goldman killed by a single knife thrust. Defense argued photos are prejudicial and should be barred. Judge Ko postponed ruling, noting many decisions ahead.
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Democrats sue Pataki over pay dispute in Albany
Democratic state lawmakers filed a lawsuit in Brooklyn Supreme Court seeking to compel Gov. George Pataki to release their pay after seven weeks of withheld salaries. The suit accuses Pataki of overstepping constitutional authority and violating a biweekly pay requirement amid stalled budget talks. A hearing was set for Wednesday as Pataki and leaders met for nearly four hours without a budget agreement.
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Man finds wallet with $683 tracks owner in Hampton
Matthew Simmons, a Langley Air Force Base civilian, found a bulging wallet on North King Street containing 683 dollars. He tracked down Randy Rieger, recently discharged from the service, who was preparing to move his family to Las Vegas. The two reunited after offices failed to locate the owner.
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Winfrey wins two Daytime Emmys in New York
Oprah Winfrey repeats triumph with two Daytime Emmy Awards for bost talk show and host. Erika Slezak wins best actress for One Life to Live. General Hospital secures outstanding drama series and writing team honors. Susan Lucci again misses top actress prize after long nominations.
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Clinton orders street closure in front of White House
President Clinton ordered immediate closure of Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House to pedestrians for security. Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin signed the order, with Clinton concurring after consultations. Barriers began going up as the street was fenced and landscaped.
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Pope Begins Visit to Czech Republic and Poland
John Paul II arrived in the Czech Republic on a three day trip that also includes Poland. He was welcomed by President Vaclav Havel and Cardinal Nicrislav Vk in Prague. The pope urged peace and love as Christian churches are seen as a moral force in a largely secular nation. The trip features a nine hour stopover in Poland and a canonization in Olomouc.
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