Veterans weigh in on sending 20,000 troops to peacekeeping
Veterans from AMVETS and others criticize President Clinton's plan to deploy 20,000 troops into a 60,000-strong peacekeeping force. They warn of mission ambiguity, risk of being seen as the bad guys, and potential escalation into a new war. Parents fear for sons in the Coast Guard, Air Force, and Army awaiting possible deployments.
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Clinton outlines Bosnia peacekeeping force and congressional mood
Pentagon spokesman Capt Michael Doubleday says NATO peacekeeping could total 60 000 with the U S contingent reaching 37 000 including 5 000 in Croatia 3 000 for logistics and 9 000 for air and sea patrols and aid. Clinton meets lawmakers after address while Senate Democrats back him as polls show opposition to deployment. Dole signals possible support with hearings planned.
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Letters to Santa Grow From Toys to Tech Requests
Ms. High handles 30 to 40 Santa letters daily, noting many lack return addresses so Santa cannot reply. Last year Santa emphasized staying off drugs, and children now list 10 to 12 wishes from computers to Nintendo games, with replies sent from the North Pole address 28052.
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Mailing holiday packages tips from Gastonia Post Office
The Gastonia Post Office offers tips to ensure Christmas deliveries. Mail early and at the main post office for speed, print addresses neatly on one side, include a return and recipient address, and verify ZIP codes by calling 867-6311. Use strong containers, reinforced tape, and inner cushioning with materials like popcorn, paper, or bubble plastic.
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Weather, holidays affect holiday mail timing and service
Mays notes weather and Christmas timing push delays in mailing. The post office sees more in-store mail when precipitation deters shoppers. Christmas falls on Monday this year reducing mailing days. overseas packages are already too late for deadlines.
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Clinton and GOP open new budget talks
Clinton administration and Republican lawmakers begin budget negotiations after a yearlong feud. They express hope for a deal but warn of rough bargaining ahead. House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole are pictured at a Republican press conference.
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Tens of thousands seek shelter as cross border attack hits Israel
Israelis flee to bomb shelters after Lebanese guerrillas fire rockets in the fiercest cross border assault in two years. Courts in Louisiana and New York issue decisions affecting Senator Dole's campaign. A 15 year old boy is alleged to have been handed over to a drug dealer by his mother to settle a $1000 cocaine debt. Washington lobbyists face new registration across the profession. N C State plans to readmit up to three players from academic suspensions. Charlotte Motor Speedway drops the Sportsman division for ARCA racing.
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Production shifts spark worker anxiety at Mount Holly Freightliner plant
GB North Carolina considers a new Global TransPark air cargo building as a regional economic boost. Mickey Kantor, U S trade representative, said Tuesday the project could help the East Coast.
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New Books For Holiday Kitchen Inspiration
A festive roundup suggests books to spice up cooking and expand culinary repertoires. It mentions ideas about a fat that could let people eat chips without calories or cholesterol and notes the potential of new drugs to prevent heartburn.
Weather Forecast for Greater Gaston Thursday Evening
The forecast for Greater Gaston calls for mostly clear skies Thursday with sunset at 5 12 p m and sunrise the next morning at 7 12 a m. Temperatures around 50 degrees during the day and 30 degrees at night indicate a cool, dry period ahead.
Gaston County commissioner in racial bias probe hires private eye
Caroleen Kuykendoll facing discrimination claims says she hired a second private detective to question County Manager Phil Hinely and other officials about the case. Jerry Mullinax won a board seat by a slim margin while Commissioner David Ward plans to seek re election in 1996 after indicating he might retire. Retired Gen William Westmoreland questioned if American troops can help secure peace in Bosnia amid ongoing debate surrounding U S troop deployments. Ike George Bush five years ago, Bill Clinton faces a tough call inviting Congress to bless deployment without clear authority.
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