Netscape executives accused of fabricating Microsoft split proposal
Top Netscape officials faced cross examination over a supposed Microsoft plan to fix the Internet software market. Microsoft’s attorney alleged the fabrication as Gates deposition tapes were set for public display in the antitrust case against Microsoft. Diesel engine makers agreed to 83 million in fines and a one billion dollar environmental upgrade to settle a federal probe. NY AG Vacco called the deal insufficient and subpoenaed the manufacturers.
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Internet porn law challenged in court hours after signing
The Child Online Protection Act faces immediate legal challenge as unconstitutional. The ACLU and 16 plaintiffs label it a broad censorship law that violates free speech and due process protections.
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Washington bids farewell to Marion Barry in musical tribute
Washington marks a multi month sendoff for former mayor Marion Barry once dubbed Mayor for Life after his cocaine conviction. The event at the 19000 seat MCI Center featured Boyz II Men Yolanda Adams and Jerry Butler with Maya Angelou and Louis Gossett Jr. as emcees. President Clinton signed the Charter School Expansion Act of 1998 to fund up to 100 million annually for five years to expand charter schools aiming for 3000 nationwide by his departure.
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Louis Gossett Jr
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Needle exchange clinic pivots after funding ban
Hit with a congressional ban on funds for its needle exchange program a Washington AIDS clinic shifted to a private nonprofit to continue distributing clean needles. The Wintuman Walker Clinic spends about 7 million yearly from federal local dollars and distributed 17 000 needles last month while receiving 210 000 from the district and 50 000 from private donors. Aimed at drug users the program hopes to sustain operations amid policy changes.
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Eleanor Roosevelt and Clover Adams in a Washington graveyard
The Newhouse piece recalls the Clover Adams grave in Rock Creek Cemetery as a lens on Eleanor Roosevelt's life. It notes Adams died by ingesting acid after gossip about her husband’s affair, and chronicles Eleanor’s later rise through grief toward political activism and self confidence urged by biographer Blanche Wiesen Cook.
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Amnguse News Service
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Clinton judges on bench near Reagan record
The article notes President Clinton ends term with about 299 confirmed federal judges after 21 nominees, aiming to surpass Reagan’s 378 if he finishes two more years. It mentions eight years of Democratic expansion, the Judicial Conference request for 50 more seats denied by Congress, and shifts in federal law enforcement staffing.
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FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives Historical Facts
The piece outlines records within the FBI Ten Most Wanted list from Eric Rudolph to Donald Eugene Webb, noting shortest and longest durations on the list, cases tied to murders, and the oldest entrant. It cites 1997 law enforcement fatalities and weapon usage, armor, and officer death circumstances across the year.
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Charles Bryan Hams
Moynihan Calls Parliament Out of Order and Omnibus Bill Critique
Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan with 20 Republicans and eight Democrats opposes a half trillion dollar spending bill passed before reading. He denounces the process as a bastard parliamentary system with decisions made in closed rooms. Other comments note negotiations over vetoed bills and include examples from Upstate New York projects and a court nomination context.
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Church arson cases fall 26 percent through September
Washington reports a 26 percent drop in arsons and bombings at churches and places of worship this year through September. Federal officials credit tougher enforcement and prevention efforts. Of 670 investigations opened in four years, arrests have been made in 34 percent, per the National Church Arson Task Force. About 114 incidents investigated this year through September versus 297 in 1996, per a report presented to President Clinton.
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