Admiral Macke resignation after rape remark causes tension in Okinawa
U S Ambassador Mondale apologized to Japan for Admiral Richard Macke's remark about a 12 year old rape victim, sparking protests in Okinawa where 26,000 U S soldiers are stationed. Macke resigned after saying funds for a car rental could buy a girl, while officials warned of broader strain on the U S Japan security alliance and ongoing land leases.
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Hashimoto
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Susumu Miyagi
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Indian Ocean
Tomiichi Murayama
Masahide Ota
Chechnya Leader Demands Russian Withdrawal Before Talks
Chechnya’s separatist leader Dzhokhar Dudayev vows to continue fighting until Russian troops exit unconditionally. He calls for a UN peacekeeping force and says elections in Chechnya should wait for Moscow’s pullout. Dudayev spoke Friday in a private house near Grozny, flag behind him, after months in hiding. Interfax cites about 40,000 Russian troops already in Chechnya, with ongoing clashes as peace talks stall.
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Nezavisimaya Gazeta
Chiapas Rebels and Government Target Indian Autonomy Talks
In Chiapas State southern Mexico representatives of the Zapataista rebels and the government meet atop a weeklong round of talks aimed at rights and culture for Mexico’s 7 million indigenous people. Rebel Comandante Tacho marked the 12th anniversary with renewed pledge to political and social reforms amid the cold highlands.
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Correction notice for Crystal Frog and Angel Figurines sale
Ames Correction apologizes for a printer error in the Thanksgiving Countdown Sale circular. On page 21 the Crystalite Genuine Austrian Crystal Frog and Angel Figurine prices were transposed. Frog should be 19.99 and Angel 13.59.
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