Storm-battered Caribbean islands count dead as Luis hovers north
Troops and police clear mangled wreckage in Fort-de-France Martinique while Luis churns toward Bermuda. Antigua reports two deaths raising toll to at least 14 on five islands. Thousands remain stranded with comms down as helicopters land damage is assessed. Dozens missing on St Maarten Martin. High winds and 9 foot waves cripple piers and yachts.
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Judge weighs witness strategy amid Fuhrman Fifth Amendment issue
Judge Ito may rest or add witnesses as the Fuhrman Fifth Amendment invocation roils the Simpson trial. District Attorney Gil Garcetti praised the appellate ruling and defended midtrial action to curb a potentially misleading instruction.
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Panthers Beer Sales Set to Flow at Clemson Home Games
In Clemson area coverage the plan to allow beer and wine sales during Panthers NFL home games moves forward despite ongoing battles. A South Carolina court order mandates the Revenue Department issue temporary licenses for eight home games, after earlier reversals and holds. Local opponents led by Clemson United Methodist Church opposing Sunday sales have fought since 1993.
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Weather fronts threaten Myrtle Beach weekend plans
Buffington notes two approaching fronts from the west and north may bring cool air and possible snow this winter. A second front forming over western Canada could funnel cold air into the Midwest and down toward zero temperatures. El Niño faded last spring, raising expectations of a colder, snowier season, though no guarantees are offered.
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University of North Carolina At Asheville
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Ingle execution plan outlined by corrections official
Patty McQuillan of the state Department of Correction describes precautions for Ingle before his execution. The piece explains methods of lethal injection and gas chamber, including process steps and equipment, and notes personal crisis watch as well as historical context on North Carolina death penalty methods.
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Wu questions US trade status for China at Duke talk
Human rights activist Harry Wu questioned why the United States grants China most favored trading status while rights abuses persist. He noted the Soviet Union and South Africa faced different treatment, addressing about 600 people at Duke University.
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Chien Hsin Wagner
Balkans peace move creates Bosnia state for Serbs within unity
Nations in the Balkans agree to establish a Serb autonomous state inside Bosnia while preserving Bosnia and Herzegovina’s unity. Separately, U S Senate actions and federal inquiries touch on resignations, base closures, and high profile legal matters.
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Lawyer for Bakker admits misappropriating funds
The attorney for fallen evangelist Jim Bakker admits misappropriating more than $1.5 million from clients in an affidavit filed with the North Carolina State Bar.
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North Carolina State Bar
Carolina Country spotlights Andy Griffith Show legacy
The September issue honors 50 years of Carolina Country and features a cover story on The Andy Griffith Show, highlighting the NC icons beloved by 350 000 readers. In unrelated note, George Stephanopoulos faces a mild rebuke after a traffic incident. Unionization could reshape Gaston County plant.
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Local readers face future planning amid politics and growth
Brothers Robert and Norman Sirotek escape daily toil in fantasy worlds as communities like Gastonia and Monroe must plan for the future or risk remaining in Charlotte’s developmental dust. College freshmen gain options while computer choice tightens. Irvan eyes a NASCAR return with Yates preparing for No. 28 and No. 88 cars. Panthers reunion sends Reich and ex teammates to Buffalo. ACC clash pacts loom as NC State plays Virginia with potential conference impact while Clemson meets Florida State and UNC faces Maryland.
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Weather snapshot for Greater Gaston region today
Partly cloudy conditions with a high near 87 and a low around 64. Sunset at 7:40 p.m. Sunrise tomorrow at 7:02 a.m. Carolina edition dated September 7, 1995 lists regional highs from 83 to 85 and lows from 61 to 69 with trace to 0.06 inches of precipitation. Wilmington and Greensboro show 0.0 inches. extended forecast notes Sunday 80/60 and Monday.
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Record high and low temperatures for Gaston dated 1995
The Gaston record shows the day’s high and low temperatures tied to historical benchmarks with precipitation notes. September 9, 1995 entries reference prior record values from 1939 and 1951 and 1943 precipitation.
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