Miami slum life highlights black poverty race
In Overtown Miami a homeless man named Willy Harris describes daily agony as a University study ranks the city highest in black poverty among 50 large US cities. Community leaders Rev Henry Nevin and Jessie Trice discuss housing, aid, and rising crime as efforts to help residents struggle against limited opportunities.
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Watergate rebels face new winter of discontent
Washington AP recalls the Class of 74 freshmen who reshaped Congress. About 10 of 92 remain in the House as term limits and a balanced-budget mood sweep the Capitol. The group, young and liberal, toppled old guards, but factional tensions and aging chairmen sparked clashes.
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Sandoval Townsfolk Split Over Clinton Support
In Sandoval Illinois a small town scene shows mixed views on President Clinton. Residents express loyalty to traditional values yet quarter say they regret supporting him while others praise his voice and changing stance. Local shopkeepers and the mayor offer cautious endorsement amid national controversy.
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Whitie
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Gary Deadmond
Deadmond
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Jerry Falwell
Bill Resch
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Dave Schilling
Ill
Voices on Clinton in a small town cafe
Doris Lyons and Scott Magnus, two local residents, discuss Bill Clinton. Lyons supports him despite Whitewater and alleged affairs, praising his voice and intent. Magnus, a Bush voter, still believes Clinton generally means well and notes media extremes.
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Rush Limbaugh
Driver in Tacoma explosion heavily injured with grenades
A 44 year old man carrying three sticks of dynamite wired to a remote device and bags of illegal methamphetamine was critically injured when a grenade exploded in his car while driving through Tacoma’s east side. Police evacuated the area and used a water can to defuse the bomb at the scene. The man lost a hand and wrist and suffered a head injury. He remained in critical condition at St. Joseph Hospital Tuesday morning.
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Mother accused of kicking baby in Smithport party
Mary Bargerstock, 33, of Smitksburg Indiana County, faced charges of child endangerment and aggravated assault after allegedly kicking her 2 month old son during a party. Witnesses said she struck the infant, bloodied his nose, and claimed a disciplinary right. The child was treated and released from Punxsutawney Hospital. social workers took custody of both children.
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Mary Bargerstock
Smitksburg
Indiana
Jayne Krolick
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