Clinton Wins Big NAFTA Gamble
The House approved the North American Free Trade Agreement after a bitter debate. President Clinton hailed the victory as defining, while Newt Gingrich and others noted bipartisan opportunities ahead. The pact would create the world’s largest free market among Canada, the U S, and Mexico, with Central New York representatives Sherwood Boehlert John McHugh and James Walsh voting in favor.
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James Walsh
Onondaga
Plant Thorogood Perform as Addams Family Reigns Again
Rock icons Robert Plant and George Thorogood team up for a show highlighted by dynamic vocals and bluesy guitar. The Addams Family makes a lively return with playful dance and comic rhythm scenes enhancing the performance. The evening blends classic rock and theatrical whimsy for a broad audience.
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George Thorogood
Enter and Win a Trip to San Francisco Contest
A local promotion invites entrants to win a trip to San Francisco. Details on entry deadlines and prize scope are available at participating outlets.
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San Francisco
Mattydale Coffee War lowers price to draw crowds
Byrne Dairy cut coffee to 19 cents at 2239 Brewerton Rd November 1 for a month to boost hours and sales. Seaco Express Shoppe countered with 18 cent coffee, claiming double the customers and 70 gallons daily, while other local merchants note savings and shifting traffic as the price war unfolds.
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Mattydale
Byrne Dairy
Brewerton Road
Seaco
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Robey
Byrne Company
Mark Byrne
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Liverpool
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St . Margaret A Seno
Ted Bear
Teddie Bear Auto Sales
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Fayetteville man hailed for rescue attempt at sea
Bruce Myrdek, a 33 year old Fayetteville native and West Genesee graduate, risked his life to aid a stricken sailor amid 20 foot North Atlantic swells. He found Gerald Hardesty on the cabin floor, then tried to rescue others as the yacht broke free. British Coast Guard praised the effort as brave. Hardesty's daughter said she is indebted to him for his actions.
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Tragedy fuels enduring JFK fascination across decades
A Washington illumination near Arlington sparked by the eternal flame at JFK's grave keeps the nation tethered to the 1963 assassination and funeral. James R. Carroll notes books, documentaries, and media continue the enduring, sometimes obsessive, fascination with the 35th president.
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