Perot rallies draw wide but wary support across nation
In Orlando and other states, Ross Perot's satellite broadcast rallies attract diverse crowds including a Florida Keys pair, a Daytona Beach lawyer, a Vietnam veteran, and students. supporters praise his independence from Bush and Clinton while many remain undecided amid questions of race outreach and party alignment.
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A Long Way to Go Gastonia Long Avenue Gateway
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Wife watches Gastonia man shot dead in Mount Holly
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USAir letter to crash victim's home sparks outcry
A few weeks after Michael Mould, a Kent State student among 27 killed in USAir Flight 405, received a letter inviting him to join the frequent traveler program. The letter, dated April 10, offered 2000 bonus miles and a possible free round trip. His former housemate called the mail mishap a slap in the face. USAir said the mailing was an unavoidable mistake.
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Employers clash with bill over banning home smokers
In Winston-Salem North Carolina industries debate private hiring rights against a bill that would allow discrimination suits over policies barring smokers. Litho Industries Raleigh opposes limits while textile groups cite brown lung risks from cotton dust. Employers note private hiring decisions defend basic liberty.
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Coming Tuesday A Preview of the NBA Championship Series
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