Independent counsel Starr appointed in Whitewater probe
Washington brief reports federal court will appoint Kenneth W Starr to lead the Whitewater investigation after the hearings. Starr, a former federal judge and Bush-era DOJ official, replaces Robert Fiske, delaying the inquiry by months as Starr plans staff and a new approach. The week included Senate Banking Committee tensions and a tape recording claim regarding Whitewater inquiries.
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Arkansas Savings and
Alfonso D'Amato
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Serbs Return Weapons After Nato Strike and Sarajevo Sniping
Sarajevo faced intensified sniper fire as Serbs pulled back by returning four seized heavy weapons from a UN depot in Ilidza. NATO aircraft destroyed a mobile anti-tank vehicle inside the weapons exclusion zone. UN observers reported mortar fire from Serb positions south of the city and peacekeepers planned house to house searches.
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112 year old woman fights burglar in Detroit home
Detroit resident Rosia Lee Ellis, 112, recalled fending off a thief who forced entry to her east side house. She grabbed the burglar by the ear and held on as he dragged her to the floor. Neighbors alerted authorities after the early Thursday alarm.
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Neighbors Describe Burglary Attempt and Flight
Hattie Jones recalls a man roughing up a woman who yelled for help. The burglar fled first through the front door then the back yard after neighbors alerted him. Ellis, said to be friendly with many young men, faced no identified suspect and police have no leads. Neighbors plan to boost home security.
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Loretto workers strike after contract rejection
About 36 workers began picketing the Loretto adult care facilities at 6 am after rejecting the latest contract offer. Up to 550 maintenance, food service, nurse aides, and housekeepers have worked without a new contract since June 1, with 74 percent voting against the offer and 31 for it. Loretto operates four facilities in Syracuse with 1,009 residents. officials foresee continued operation by nonunion staff and volunteers as they cover remaining duties.
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Judge Won't Renew Norths Gun Permit in Virginia
Judge James Berry ruled Oliver North cannot renew his gun permit in Chantilly Virginia citing crimes involving moral turpitude. North, a Republican Senate candidate, faced past Iran Contra conviction overturned on appeal, with Berry noting the disqualification despite prior permits and North's campaign asserting political motive.
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Mark Merritt
Castro threatens flood of Cuban refugees to the United States
The article reports Castro warning of an exodus amid Havana protests and looting as Cubans face scarce rations and costly stores. He blames the United States and threatens to open borders, signaling a potential new large-scale boatlift after the 1980 exodus of about 125,000 people.
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Stern Eyes Return to New York Governor Race
Howard Stern wavers about reentering the New York gubernatorial contest over a state financial disclosure law. He said on air he would rejoin if proven wrong, after previously dropping Libertarian campaign vows due to income disclosure concerns. The ethics commission clarifies the law asks candidates to state income ranges.
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Ross Perot
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Jacksons Karlstad Budapest Honeymoon Welcome Crowd
Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley arrived in Budapest Hungary for their first public outing since marriage crowds lined the streets and blocked their hotel entry. Publicist Lee Solters said several thousand gathered as the couple prepared to visit two children’s hospitals and donate toys diapers and baby formula.
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