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US expert coming to help Villagomez insists: track PCB-related diseases By Jojo Dass 'Nothing to hide Variety News Staff RESIDENT Representative Juan N. Babauta has asked the U.S. Department of the Interior to defray the travel expenses of on pow-er plant' a medical expert who will be coming over to help doctors in screening islanders for possible By Haidee V. Eugenio the CNMI to rrieet our needs and exposure to cancer-causing Variety News Staff to encourage investment. But we polychlorinated biphenyl COMMONWEALTH Utilities must not make the mistake of (PCB). Corporation (CUC) Executive going into more debt than we need, Babauta had earlier sought Director Timothy P. Villagomez because that will lead to higher assistance to address concerns Juan N. Babauta yesterday faced the media to re­ utility rates and or an additional about PCB contamination in fute allegations CUC is deliber­ burden on the government," Tanapag from the Agency for those with PCB-related illnesses. ately attempting to delay the Villagomez told reporters. Toxic Substance and Disease Babauta explained that PCB awarding of contract for the con­ The procurement of the project, Registry, which in turn identi­ contamination levels among troversial $120 million power which remains to be the most ex­ fied a specialist that can estab­ Tanapag villagers has never been plant project. pensive one ever proposed in the He also sought to allay concerns lish human contamination. assessed despite lOyears of gov­ "'ti CNMI, has been going on for three Problem though is that ernment awareness of the prob­ about project, saying he will wel­ years now. ATSDR has no funds to pay for lem. come a planned legislative over­ Timothy P. Villagomez "No one on the CUC Board or the specialist's travel expenses "ATSDR regional represen­ sight investigation to once and for administration has the intent, or to Saipan. tative Gwendolyn Eng has been all erase doubts over the integrity concerned on ensuring financial even the ability, to manipulate the The development, neverthe­ most helpful in finding a doctor of the bid process. capability to undertake the project award of the new power plant," less is the first concrete move to who can come out to the CNMI "We are not trying to delay or so as not to give the government Villagomez said in a letter to contain PCB contamination and help us," said Babauta in a steer the project to any one com­ and consumers additional burden House Speaker Diego T. among residents and identify Continued on page 46 pany," said Villagomez, in a 20- in the long run. Benavente (R-Saipan) and Sen­ minute press conference. "While "The goal of CUC, the Board, ate Floor Leader Pete P. Reyes the utilities agency is trying to. management and myself is to de­ (R-Saipan) dated Dec. 9. protect its integrity, it is more velop a new power resource for Continued on page 46 Fund earns $15M 1 1 in I-month period , .. : • ·:.,·.~··. •,,.':".':\•:\.,~,,::'or··, ... ,-~·,,:• .\\•":,\,\\;::,;::_'·". ."'.'''''."'"''.:H "·:'· · ·.::.."·:7:-:··;: .. :;•.,, '."•.'··.'.•·,\·'· .,,.,. '," . \ ~ .,·.· :.;.{:::,···· By Haldee V. Eugenio million each, reported their finan­ Variety News Staff cial condition for the first time. WITH A total of nine money man­ The results were favorable to the agers taking care of business, the CNMI pensioners' invested NMI Retirement Fund's off-is­ money. land investments reported earn­ First Hawaiian Bank, which ings of close to $15 million in a handles large-cap securities, one-month period. posted a 3.8 percent gain, while ment Council yesterday at,tbe · initiativeta)«mbytlieprl\.'atesec-· . l ..ightingproject,which.kicked Under the Fund's investment Gabelli Asset Management Co. Hyatt Regency Hotel &aipan. tor,'.' said Gov:; Pete P; Tenorio in offlast week: the GarapanStreet report, the stock market invest­ (small-cap securities) posted a 1.3 The mission of the private a press release. ·· · · Market, \\'hich formally opened ments for the first month of fiscal percent gain. sectorcouncil,composedofkey·· Henotedthatthebusinesscom~ last hight and others. · · year 2000 ending Oct. 31 posted a The earnings were also fuelled executives from local ·and re- munity has been very helpful in Continued on page 46 4.5 percent gain net of fees and in part by a rebound in the equity expenses. markets in October after posting Two new money managers, negative returns for the third quar- whose initial funding was $10 Continued on page 46 PSS mulls trade school to I ,; fl :teach students work skills 'i By Marian A. Maraya question is, how do we sell this ri Variety News Staff idea to parents? Kids today are :] · "ARE parents ready to accept after managerial positions," '.J . their children as "non-college" Pellegrino told his fellow board [; ; material?" members. \j ~ Board of Education (BOE) Board Chair Esther Fleming i: :/ ': member Tony Pellegrino raised said that if students are assured [i ij this question to other BOE mem­ of jobs after completing the trade ;\ 'I :: bers yesterday, in light of a pro­ program in high school, the idea (J :: posal for the Public School Sys­ has every chance of being real- 1 '.! tern (PSS) to develop a compre­ ized. (i '( fj hensive Trade School-Industrial "If we provide guarantees and ~ I I. i1 Education program for students. work with the business sector in Iii [; Pellegrino is concerned that providing them jobs, and if we ·i /1 such an idea may not sit well ask for help from the Division of . lj with parents, as they generally Labor in placing locals in certain , want their kids to have white- jobs, then we might be able to collar jobs. pull this off. "This is a good idea but the Continued on page 46 Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio (right) purchases a mug from a local vendor at last night's official opening of the Garapan Street Market. Photo by Marian Maraya ~ ·' :'. ~...... :" : ... , '. •, .·, ·' 2-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 WORLD/NATION FRIDAY, DECEMBER l 0, 1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-3 · · News. Briefs · Report: China building 2nd Taiwan ready to talk about Judge frees policema11 restoring air links with RP By Ferdie de la Torre the police and reported about bur­ Police later seized some alleged TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) - Taiwan formally agreed yesterday to Variety News Staff glary and theft at Rudolpho's. stolen items like stainless steel restart negotiations with the Philippines about restoring air links THE SUPERIOR Court yester­ The caller claimed that among pots and pans at the residence of missile base near Taiwan day allowed the release of a po­ the missing items were two IBM the Corrections officer's nephew. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A dent Lien Chan on Wednesday reported. between the two sides that were cut two months ago over a dispute lice officer who was arrested for U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency said the island must develop long­ The Defense Intelligence about passenger quotas. computers, keyboard and print­ During interview with investi­ allegedly stealing items, includ­ report said China is building a range surface-to-surface missiles Agency in a report in November The talks can begin because Manila has agreed to honor the original ers, three window-type air-condi­ gators, the nephew allegedly ad­ ing plastic chairs and tables, at the second short-range missile base capable of surviving an attack by to Pentagon officials said the two air pact that it scrapped after discussions broke down in late Septem­ tion, stainless steel pots, and sev­ mitted that Aguon invited him to nearTaiwan that ;;.ould allow it to communist China. Chinese missile bases were being ber, Foreign Ministry spokesman Henry Chen told reporters. former Rudolpho' sin Sadog Tasi. eral green and white plastic chairs go with him towards Rudolpho' s. target the island's main military "1nere' s been a lot of build-up of readied for hundreds of advanced Taiwan has complained that by unilaterally canceling the previous Associate Judge Timothy H. and tables. When they came at the estab­ bases, the Washington Times re­ tension on both sides that I think is Chinese missiles known as the agreement, the Philippines ignored international procedures that call Bellas agreed to free Officer Capt. Delbert Sablan later con­ lishment, the nephew said five ported on ~ednesday. unnecessary and counterproductive," CS S-7 Mod 2, the newspaper said. for a one-year warning before an air pact is terminated. Edwin Santos Aguon on a $5,000 ducted a thorough investigation people were already inside re­ The latest Chinese missile site Clinton said at a news conference. The report concluded the new cash unsecured bond after find­ after he received information that moving some items into a. ve­ discovered by U.S. intelligence "If you look at the Taiwanese missile bases would allow China Gates, Turner commit ing the defendant is not a flight Aguon and a nephew of a Correc­ hicle. was at Xianyou, about 135 miles investment in China, it's obvious "to target all of Taiwan's major risk. Timothy H. Bellas Masood Karimipour tions officer were involved in the Aguon allegedly stated that the from Taiwan, and is nearly ready that eventually they're going to military bases," an unnamed Pen­ $78M to ending polio Bellas initially seta$5,000cash case. government allowed to get the ·• bail for Aguon's temporary re­ case. crime scene technician also ar­ Sablan and a detective· passed items because the establishment to house a force of short-range get this worked out because tagon official who had seen the ATLANTA (AP) - Billionaires Ted Turner and Bill Gates are lease_ Chief Public Defender Arraignment was set for Dec. rived in the place. by the house of Aguon in Susupe had been abandoned. missiles, the newspaper said. - they're too interconnected by ties classified report told the news pa- · pitching in to help the World Health Organization meet its goal of Masood Karimipour, counsel for 20. When nothing was reported last Dec. 3 where they observed Court documents said the President Clinton, asked whether of family and increasingly by ties per. eradicating polio by the end of next year. in light of the second missile base he Aguon, asked the court to modify According to court records, missing, the crime technician took several green and white plastic nephew also allegedly claimed of the economy," he said. "And When the Washington Times The United Nations Foundation, a Turner charity, announced was concerned aboutAmerica's abil­ the bail yesterday. chairs and white round tables out- that some plastic chairs and tables the politics ofneitherplace should reported in November on the pre­ Tuesday it would donate $28 million toward eradication of the Department of Public Safety re­ photos of the interior and exterior ity to defend Taiwan, replied: "China Aguon' s father, retired Police side the residence. are taken to another house. lead either side into doing some­ vious sighting of missile base con­ crippling disease. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, a charity ceived a report of a possible bur­ of the establishment. is modernizing its military in a lot of Lt. Joaquin Aguon, expressed glary at the former Rudolpho's Rudolpho 's was closed at the Sablan and the detective com­ The Asian economic downturn thing rash. And I hope that this struction, China dismissed that set up by the software tycoon, will give an additional $50 million. ways, but our policy on China is will not happen." willingness to serve as third party pared the photos taken by the had apparently forced report as having "ulterior mo­ "The bottom line is polio is close to being eradicated," said Trevor last Oct. 28. time, but the building still con­ crystal clear... The Washington Times also tives." custodian. The judge, however, The 24-year-old Aguon, who crime technician earlier and found Rudolpho's, one of the most fa­ Neilson, a spokesman for the Gates Foundation, set-up by the owner tained the property of the owners, ··we believe there is one China, first reported last man th that U.S. said there's no need to have a out that the items appeared the mous bars and restaurants on A U.S. official, who spoke on of Microsoft. "There's the feeling that if a few hundred million more was a preliminary officer at the court papers said. we think it has to be resolved spy satellites had photographed condition of anonymity, said, third party custodian in Aguon's same. dollars can be found, we can say goodbye to polio." time, responded to the scene. A Last Nov. 7,a woman contacted Saipan, to close business lastJuly. throughcross-straitdialogues, and construction of another Chinese ·'Weare aware that the Chinese we oppose and would view with missile base in October. in recent months have contin­ Gov't looks to narrow Fleming marks end of grave concern any kind of violent On Wednesday the newspa­ ued to demonstrate to Taiwan DEQ now under Governor's Office action. And that hasn't changed." per said intelligence officials their ability to employ ballistic computer gap China considers Taiwan a rebel clarified that the location of the missiles and we continue to urge By Jojo Dass dated by Executive Order 94-3. The bill was introduced by her term as BOE chair province and has threatened to first base was at Yongan about both sides not to do anything to WASHINGTON (AP) - The Clinton administration is pushing Variety News Staff "The EPA has informed us that Reps. Heinz S. Hofschneider (R­ By Marian A. Maraya we are all still friends," the board invade if the island declares inde­ 220 miles from Taiwan, not destabilize the situation in the government agencies and private companies to do more to narrow a THE FEDERAL government . it believes... the current organiza­ Saipan), Jesus T. Attao (R­ Variety News Staff chair said, addressing all BOE pendence. Taiwan's Vice Presi- Yangang as it had previously region.'' growing "digital divide" in which minorities are falling behind in may finally concur with the tional structure wherein DEQ is Saipan) and David M. Apatang BOARD of Education (BOE) members at yesterday's meeting. their access to computers and the Internet. commonwealth's overall solid within DPW constitutes a con­ (R-Saipan) on Sept. 29 this year. Chair Esther Fleming is looking "We have agreed and disagreed Commerce Secretary William Daley was scheduled to preside at a .waste management program, a flict of interest, and therefore The House passed it on first forward to serving another term on some aspects, but it was all day long conference designed to bring together federal, state and local development that could cut red could not approve the CNMI's and final reading on the same in the new board come year 2000 purely on the professional level governments, private companies and nonprofit organizations to ex­ tape and eventually hasten clo­ waste management program," day while the Senate passed it as she yesterday expressed ful­ and one that is required of us, in amine what needs to be done. sure of the Puerto Rico dump. said the governor in his message on Nov. 12. fillment over having served as order to achieve our purpose as "If we don't address this issue, it will have a serious impact on the This after the administration to the Legislature transmitted The new law states that DEQ BOE head for the last two years. education leaders," Fleming said. society in the next century," Daley told The Associated Press in an put the Division of Environmen­ when he passed House Bill 11- should be reclassified as an inde­ She also thanked the present In preparation for the new mil­ board for its cooperation and hard lennium, Fleming said she wel­ interview Wednesday previewing the government's plans. tal Quality (DEQ) under the ju­ 485 and scrapped E.O. 94-3. pendent body for it to ''more appro­ work, and other education sector comes the challenge of working risdiction of the Governor's Of­ " .... this legislation is necessary priately carry out the policy and leaders for the developments in with the next board chair and set Dalai Lama urges fice with the enactment of Pub­ to rectify this problem. It further purpose of the Commonwealth CNMI's education system. of board members. China awareness lic Law 11-108. allows ... DEQ to work indepen­ Environmental Protection Act" Fleming will start another term "I promise to be on my best The new law, according to dently and effectively, carrying "A sound environmental ad­ in the board in January, topping behavior and be more tactful in CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) - Tibet's exiled leader, the Gov.PedroP. Tenorio is "neces­ its locally mandated task and ministration must consider the two other BOE candidates for addressing concerns," she said. Dalai Lama, predicted the end of totalitarian rule in China, and said sary" as it does away with what meeting the requirement of imple­ divergent interests of all govern­ Saipan, in last month's elections. Unless BOE members call for a Wednesday he could accept countries trading with China as long as EPA has described as a "conflict menting federal government pro­ ment departments, while also serv­ "I have enjoyed serving my special board meeting, yesterday's they continued to raise human rights issues. of interest" arising from DEQ grams in the commonwealth," ing the total public constituency term," said Fleming. meeting at the Public School Sys­ Speaking in ~n interview with The Associated Press, the Dalai being placed under the Depart­ Tenorio's transmittal message and the private business sector," "Through my words and actions, tem (PSS) Central Office confer­ Lama was responding to the U.S. proposal for China to enter into the ment of Public Works as man- further read. according to the new law. I know at times I have probably ence room was the last for the World Trade Organization. hurt some of you here but I know current century. He applauded the.U .S. government and Congress for raising human rights issues with Beijing. ~ NOTICE MAl114NAS~ "~TOU &VTHOIUn Pursuant to Public Law 8-41, Section 11, Governor Pedro P. Tenorio and Lt. Governor Jesus R. Sablan, through the Marianas Visitors Authority, hereby give nolice that a Board meeting will be held on Monday, December 13, 1999, at 10:00 a.m. at the lfota Resort and Country Club's Conference Room on Rota. WILLIAMS. Reyes will be having a AGENDA Christmas Carnival tomorrow, Sat­ urday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost I. Preliminary Matters of the tickets is $.50 each, the pro­ a. Meeting to Order ceeds ofwhich will be forplayground/ b. Roll Call exercise equipment c. Adoption of Agenda d. Adoption of Minutes - November 18 1999 The games are race cars, bal­ II. Committees ' loon pop, cake walk, musical a. Finance chairs, airplane ride, frisbee game. ,/ b. Policy The other activities are face paint­ c. Personnel ing, balloon sales, cotton candy, d. PR&Ad l' e. Tourist Site Development movie viewing, food and bever­ f. Visit '99 ages. r g. Legislative Affairs WSR would thanks Mayor's l III. Old Business Office, SVS, Hopwood Jr. High, ! a. Fireworks b. Peace-A-Thon 2000 PSS, San Antonio School, Pacific IV. Miscellaneous/Announcements World, WSR PTSA, Ray a. Board Ballots Quitugua, Jackies BBQ, Bolis b. Correspondence Store and others who have he! ped V. Executive Session VI. Adjournment make the children happy through the fundraising event. -I Joeten Motor Campany, Inc. For more information contact ~ AUTOMOBILE SALES. PARTS &. SERVICE . ls/David M. Sablan Ray Austin or Paz Younis at 234- Saipan Photo Lab's Jack Hardy (far left) poses with the Koo/est Kids photo contest winners (from left) Herminio Queja Jr., E.J. Camacho, and Chairman, MVA Board of Directors Jerrold Francis Calvo. Joining the kids for photo are their parents and other sponsors. . Contributed photo Tel. t870J 234-5563155631556415565 • (870) 234-5567 or 235-5557/5559 • FAX: (670) 2J.4..7948 • P.O. Box 680 SAJPAN, MP 96950, E-MAIL: [email protected] 6170 or 235-2832. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-5 4-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 ---·-·------·---~-----::---=-.:.=~~~~~~~~~~~~~;;;;:::;;:;~ cfisi) Companies get exemption 2 IlleJl .. na.bbedfor Saipan Supply, Inc. TEL. NO. (670) 235-7796 / 97 FAX NO. (670) 235-7798 from hiring moratorium !:~~tic ~~!!:1-~~w By Jojo Dass place a hiring moratorium law that Variety Ne~f ~~ > ·.. · ·•· .•·• leave forf ear th,f Pagcu will TWO MEN who under.tlfo.·. beathep.ip again ~llei:lhe comes Variety News Staff has been rendered inutile due to the were influen~ofalgilio~,Werearrested .. ho.mt:\ ). > UNIQUE MOL.AVE WOODEN BENCH, SWING, THE ADMINISTRATION has numerous exemptions being given GARDEN WHEEL BENCH, COFFEE TABLE, granted at least 13 exemptions to several companies. f~fall1g¢dlt~atin# t11¢il; v;ife.. .·.·.··•••.The WifeJatt:r r~llll"fle~. ~d· WHEEL TABLE, ALL IDEAL FOR COMMERCIAL from the hiring moratorium law Senate Vice President Thomas and girlfrieµq i~ ·. s~µrate •. i.Ilci- ...... ·.• slept with. her daughter.1-t alx>ur deriis 911 $ru.piri. · <11 p.01.; thewife was awakened AND RESIDENTIAL DECORATION ... in five working days from Nov. P. Villagomez (R-Saipan) had .. l)~f~ri~:it1tN'i.I§,M. f~gcH,39, .wherii:>agFu ;i11egedly pµnchect ALSO WE HAVE IDEAL DECOR FOR GARDEN, 7 26. himself raised concerns about the DWARF ON TREES & MUSHROOMS, This time however, the exemp­ matter during a recent Senate ses­ \va~ clµf~ci.}Vithdisturbing the hef01 the f~Ct\ . · > ··•· .· ·. <. · pe;ice~~1{'\v(}C()Uiltsofassaulf•. ·. an lll'gtl,e:~t, Pagcu.•• DECORATIVE PLANT POTS, ORCHID WALL HANG tions involve positions that may sion where he proposed that the ~tjrg & HALF MOON POTS, POTIERY, BEAUTIFUL not be filled in by U.S. citizen Upper Chamber be given proper andp~ttefy>••····•·····•>· ... <.••··•·•·•··• .•·•aglliil pn11chedppf pn the back MADE HOME BIRDS FOR GARDEN, SWAN VASE. of thpn resident workers. documents on the exemption re­ }'9~ ~fco111 '¥:terig.ant,Jamie the nepJ5,J{e leftbefore clµIrge:cl.·y1ith resporiclirigpoliceoffice~9ame. ALSO AVAILABLE: At least three of the exemptions quests. \fl\ldez, 7&,/:was ANIMAL FEED, VITAMINS, TEE PEEASSORTED were for scuba dive instructors McDonald's franchise owner Jose ~f~~IY· ;<······ >.. ·· The/fqlle>\\'it\g .. da.t,.·· poli~·· ·t.·· , ass~~lta:n~ COLORS ... f- Ayuyu, during his term as president · §§rieriot~oUrt A~l>P~Sfte w9nt.~ru;f to.the·house and .u-- for Kan Pacific Ltd. and Big Dog Pedro P. Tenorio 0 J1.1(1g~;1.)ri}gthY ~!39l!AAye:~ter • . •ff~ted•fiigsu,•.···•. i/•.•.··•.·•.••·•···>··.·• K.D. PHILIPPINE MAHOGANY LUMBER Corporation. oftheSaipan ChamberofCommerce, < i PLYWOOD EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR Exemption was also granted by For his part, Lt. Gov. Jesus R. had repeatedly assailed the local gov­ d.a.¥ ~ .a JJ,~-i.s~r .1:1#!fot ··· · • .l\1eaJ1rhHe:,pn8I'm the:pef1c­ WATER LINE, SEWER LINE, STEAM LINE PIPE & eachdeteooants. )Ilp;ya1991, Gov. Pedro P. Tenorio for Sun­ Sablan, who signed the exemp­ emrnentforgrantingexemptions'1eft The coirct will• ····· .8f1d pis gidfri~pp WELDED FITIINGS !ipi?¢i~t i¢µ#~1.•t di•.IDb··.rwC!···jt•· .·..•.... pic.~i1·~ptpt:t.~~-rtl~th9id··· BLACK STEEL PLATE, GREASE TRAP, \ rise Rehabilitation Services to hire tions in his capacity as acting gov­ and right" a registered occupational thera­ ernor during Tenorio's absence, The hiring moratorium law was f ~~Hb~. >·····.~~r·•.•fr8m.·•·1.···pitp}'.$Jtter···.rr11es- •• ... BATH TUB AND OTHER SELECTED PLUMBING e;,~~~.!·•~•·l~~0 Hanging out. MVA officials Perry Tenorio (2nd left) and David M. Sablan (foreground, left) hang out with pist; Tropical Instant Press Inc. to granted them to Aqua resort Club, put into effect in March last year FIXTURES: Passport Office's John Santos (behind Sablan) and DCCA Secretary Tom Tebuteb (right) at last night's FRENCH WINDOW BRONZE, WHITE FINISH. hire a graphic artist; Hotel Nikko Transasian Corp.; Younis Art Stu­ amid pressure from the federal P.~pc~·s)vit119fitfe.~f!o?se•·m. •·.· ).... i•.f>iti?g

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Junket watch Protect,preserve IN THE movie, "Top Gun" there wealth." it comes to medical aid? our reef is a scene of Tom Cruise and These leaders still think we 're Yet, at the same time, our lead­ another pilot on the runway, head­ dumb. ers and bureaucrats always, al­ OUR REEF is too small and too about to be destroyed and even a ing for their jet fighters in which I can't think of what on earth a ways have airplane tickets in their valuable for us and also eco­ grade school student could un­ Start with clean slate they say, "I feel the need-the lawmaker could ever do to help breast pockets. nomically vital that our elected derstand that corals provide al­ need for speed!" our economy in Japan even if he Too many of our officials have leaders should be responsible for most the entire life cycle for the Whenever I read about our went as Saipartda! become addicted to junketing. its preservation and protection. reef. It is critical that legislators IF THE controversial 80 megawatt power plant project is to elected representatives' traveling, In the history of the universe, The only "cure" is to make them Local residents have cried enact laws to protect and pre­ push through in its present scope and size, government I have this movie image of them long-distance communication, be accountable to the public so we about dead corrals, poachers, serve our reef. on the jet ramp, smiling, boarding it telephone, teleconferencing, the can kick them out of office when needs to take steps in erasing once and for all whatever pollution, etc. But the reef is sti II There are some good ideas pass in hand, saying, "I feel the Internet, etc., is now at its peak. the time comes. being destroyed and nobody about designating portions of the doubts people have on the controversial project. AN ACIDIC need-the need for junketing!" Today, there simply is no need I applaud the Marianas Variety wants to admit it. The question reef off limits for an allowable Like for instance, it could push for the removal of officials BLB-iDoF Even with theresultoflastmonth 's for 90 percent of the trips that are editorial team for making the is, "Who cares enough to take period of time. who have in one way or another acted suspiciously-either 1P?lit=R SP£4Y election fresh in our memories, our taken at public expense. momentous decision to use the the initiative to protect and pre­ I cannot understand, however, leaders still boggle the mind when Many students did not continue Freedom of Information Act to by lobbying for a preferred bidder or engaging in rhetoric to EAR GAS serve our reef?" the enactment of preserving cer­ they come forth with theirridiculous their education at the Northern bring to the public knowledge of There are some individuals, tain marine fish and reptiles that steer the bidding into the fast-track mode. justificationsastowhythese$3,ooo+ Marianas College because oflack these trips. who have struggled dedicating are endangered without even Take them away from the project, and put in new players. trips were needed. of financial aid. Please calI your new column, their time, almost their life, in an thinking about saving the reef There is just too much at stake in this endeavor, so there Their attitude is, "Trust me, How many people have died as "Junket Watch!" attempt to revive the reef for the that provides basic essential life accept my lame excuses and be­ a result of our government's se­ KENNETHL.GOVENDO should be no qualms about drastic steps. benefit of all and especially for for them. lieve it was good for the common- lective excuse of taya salape when Dandan, Saipan Being one of the Commonwealth's most ambitious and lf,, the future generation to come: Some of the freshmen legisla­ My late father, David Taitano tors ought to focus on our marine biggest projects, it is essential that this be done right so as ; I Aldan, Calistro Magofna Falig resources. The general public is to repair the tattered image caused by this $120 million l. To Tom Pangelinan and former Fish and Wildlife patiently awaiting your action. fiasco. employees. ELEANOR A. CEPEDA IN MY response to the parent­ and concerns of the students, ent Teacher Student Associa­ But right now, the corals are As Lito, Saipan More than just rhetoric is needed, if the project is to bashing article published in parents, teachers and others, tion, would like to see you proceed without eliciting suspicions. Zaldy Dandan the Variety last Nov. 22, I even if we need to ruffle stop pushing your nasty po­ It is not enough that CUC Executive Director Timothy P. stated that "The school board someone's feathers to get our litical habits onto others. Autism is not should be mature enough to point across. Your bad attitudes and poor Villagomez call a press conference to assure skeptics that accept some of the fault for its By the way Mr. Pangelinan, judgment will surely be a real a mental illness the project bidding is in order, as there will still be those • Variations own actions in non-effective when the counselor asked us disability for you in your po­ who will think otherwise. communication." I stated the at the beginning of the school litical career if you do not find IN THE Dec. 8 Variety article on manner. That is why it is called a reasons with positive sugges­ year if we should continue the a more honest, constructive autism, it was stated that autism is "spectrum disorder." There is no Something more has to be done to erase whatever doubts i I tions. peace builders program or try and effective way of commu­ "a form of childhood schizophre­ specific cause for autism but it is the public have had with regards to the propriety of the \ I do apologize for describ­ to get funds for a drug free nicating and handling diffi­ nia characterized by acting out noramental illness. it is not caused power plant bid. Interview with a Muslim ing Board of Education mem­ program, the PTSA said that cult situations. and withdrawal." by bad parenting, or any other If government wants to now do the process right, it should bers with a sarcastic name for "one of the biggest problems At this point, I will refrain The way the statement was writ­ psychological influence in the ten makes it appear I said that child's life. start fresh. KHALID Adbullah Islam calls it his "special goal." says. their unjustified rude state­ in the school was that disci­ from embarrassing education ments against the CNMI par­ plining children in the class­ officials in my list of concerns autism is a form of childhood Please make the correction im- Specifically, in order to erase doubts, government should Originally from Philadelphia, Khalid (born Ken­ "We'll have workshops and seminars, and closer neth Steven) moved to Saipan in 1986 and has, since coordination with the Public School System so we ents. Recently, certain board room is reducing the amount (some of which the Office of schizophrenia. Autism is not a mediately. change the players before the project proceeds any further. then, been hearing politicians speak about the impor­ can all discuss possible solutions to the problems our members have indicated that of instructional time," thus the Public Auditor is already form ofchildhood schizophrenia. There is no way the project can proceed without eliciting tance of giving locals more opportunities in the children have in school," he says. Board of Education members hindering actual learning and involved in). Autism is considered a spectrum SUZANNE LIZAMA private sector. are not exempt from being cor­ is having an effect on students' If you would take the time disorder that affects the way a Early Childhood Program Coordinator suspicions. DOD Public School System "Problem is," he says, ''there has been no action to rected. grades and test scores. to pick up the phone or talk to child communicates, interacts And as Jong as the officials who have figured in this mess Why, I ask, is a private individual with no political back up these words from our leaders. And when you ambition could be as concerned about the commu­ We, as members of the Par­ So yes, I am very familiar me in person as I am walking with other people and how they The Variety replies: remain in positions to influence the process, the project ask them about it, they'll give you excuses. Well, we 'nity as he is? ent Teacher Student Associa­ with the program and I did into your office, I am willing perceive and react to the world could remain suspect. don't need excuses; we want solutions." "I consider it as part of my duty as a Muslim," tion, very much disagree with recommend to the counselor to assist in a more positive around them. Autism is charac­ The definition of autism men­ Khalid's "special goal" could help locals acquire Khalid says. your assumption that the pro­ that they continue keeping sta­ and constructive way for the terized by impairments of recip­ Let the credibility issue be addressed by keeping the old tioned in the article was taken from adequate training for high-paying jobs in the private We are having this interview Wednesday after­ cess always includes the par­ tistics for continued federal benefit of our students. rocal social interaction, impaired players out and some new people in. Otherwise, the specu­ the American Heritage Dictionary sector. noon in a small room that has two clocks that run on \, ticipation of teachers, parents funding. For the hard work and good communication skills· or repeti­ ofthe English Language. We prob­ lations will never end and projects will continue to be That is his special goal, incidentally-to provide two time zones, three calendars, an electric fan, a and community leaders (you To address your sarcastic re­ things that you do, may the tive behaviors. Not all children .','.·:. ably need a new one-eds. enmeshed in controversy. computer technology training. phone, a fax machine, a cot, several Islamic books failed to mention students). mark that I am putting people good Lord bless you. with autism behave in the same ' We repeat, if government intends to bring back the people's "Not many know about this, but we already have and a glossy posterof a Honda Prelude: We are in one . However, from our viewpoint, down shows me that you· are Please have a Merry Christ- state of the art computer systems in place," he says. of the sleeping quarters of the Garapan mosque, 1 the Public School System is guessing again and participat­ mas and a Happy New Year. trust and confidence in the bidding process for the SOMW I "Every business establishment and government of­ which used to be the "barracks" of the Bangladeshi ! improving in many areas, ing in gossip. RAY AUSTIN Hofschneider's the man project, it should not let the same set of officials take over fice uses computers. Maintaining and fixing them workers who constructed the modest House of Peace slowly but surely. And that you as an elected Parent Teacher Student Association again. could be something that local residents would want and Prayer. And I do agree that it seems official Mr. Pangelinan would William S. Reyes Elementary School YOU COULD consider this as a the Republican members' deci­ letter to the members of the in­ sion. Start with a clean slate. to do-it pays well." I ask Khalid, the CNMI's only Muslim mainland to be a never ending challenge, stoop to such low standard of Khalid says he already has a "team" and a site for as my family has also spent communication is ominous. coming 12th House of Represen­ The speaker's post is long over Moreover, let the joint oversight hearing proposed in the American, ifhe finds it difficult to practice a religion the computer school. 111 a place where the prevalent images of Islam arc countless unpaid hours in­ Being a school board mem­ Impressed tatives. due for 1-lofschneider. House and the Senate probe deeper and look into any pos­ "Within the next 15 months, God willing, the those of fanaticism and hatred. volved in and with PSS and ber, you should know the dif­ Rep. Heinz S. Hofschneidcr has As for the rest of the Republi­ sible acts of impropriety by any official. Anyone determined facility, the instructors and equipment will be in "Not at. all," he says. "The important thing is that the Parent Teacher Student ference between put-downs with the already secured the support of a can House members. stick to your to have done anything irreg~lar should be removed from place," he says. as a Muslim one understands that Islam means peace Association. and simply stating facts of majority of his colleagues. He commitment and give Because it is a community-oriented project, Khalid It is also an honor for us to opinions. There is a differ­ should be the next speaker. Hofschneider the chance t; be­ office and charged accordingly. and tolerance, and that true Muslims want to sit down Christmas welcomes anyone to "step forward and pitch in." in brotherhood with those of other faith. We love our serve our school and commu­ ence. Yet some so-called Republicans come the kind of speaker he could He adds, "We 're open to people who want to help Christian brothers and sisters. We 're happy forthem." nity in addressing the needs We, as members of the Par- lights are still going around trying to be. and be part of this. It's going to be done, God willing. Responsible citizenship, mutual understanding, convince these members to re­ House Democrats should also nege on their commitment to be supporting him. And when it's done, this community will thrive freedom of conscience and maintenance of human to God and to correct our behav­ I WOULD like to express my Hofschneider. JERRY C. REMUIS again." dignity-these are principles vital to Islam. Khalid Variations . . . ior,"Khalid says. "Fasting instills For Khalid, however, creating employment op­ says. deepest thanks for the beauti­ Please stop and just abide with Kagman II, Saipan discipline, it makes us more re­ ful Christmas lights glowing portunities is not enough to sustain what he calls a The Arabic word "Islam" means submission to the Continued from page 6 sponsible because it helps us re­ from above, all along Beach "thriving" community. Such a community, he says, Will of God. A "Muslim" is he or she who submits strain ourselves from doing harm­ Road. should also be concerned about drop-outs, teen preg­ to the Will of God. Islam is the name of the reli oion . 0 which will end, depending on the ful things." I am so impressed! Saipan nancy, juvenile delinquency and alcohol and drug whose followers are called Muslims. "Allah" is sighting of the moon, on Jan. 8 or For a month, Muslims all over really knows how to make the Literacyis life Ralael H. Arroyo abuse. Arabic for "The God"; it's not a ··name." Unlike the 9. the world, more than 1 billion of Zaldy Dandan holiday season a bright and Parents and good parenting are crucial in the other major religions, Islamic terms are mostly ··ge­ ./ It was during the month of them, will abstain from food, learning and Member ol cheerful one and I commend P.O. Box 231, Saipan MP 96950--0231 prevention of these social maladies, which is why neric"; they are not named after a man or a place. Ramadan, more than 1,400 years drink, "intimate intercourse" and Tel. (670) 234-6341/7578/979719272 The Associated Press (AP) all those involved in making Khalid has set up the non-profit organization CNMI Fasting during Ramadan-the ninth month of the ago, that Islam's Holy Book, the smoking from dawn till dusk. connection to Fax: (670) 234-9271 MEMBEJ1SIHCE11e it extra special this year. NATIONAL Parent-to-Parent, Inc. lunar Islamic calendar-is one of the oblioations of © 1999, Mananas Variety • 0 Quran, was revealed by the Angel Like statements expressing con­ NEWSPAPER ''I think it will help the community if we parents a Muslim. Yesterday was the first day of Ramadan, the future All Rights Reserved 0 ASSOCIATION Gabriel to a 40-year-old man, the cern for the community, faith has JOHN JENKINS get together, sharing concerns and information so we Continued on page 7 Prophet Muhammad. to be backed by deeds. Susupe, Saipan could all enhance the needs of our children," Khalid "We fast for God, to get closer I can't think of a better creed. ;

8-MARlANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10 1999 n FRIDAY, DECEMBER IO, 1999 MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-9 'Come what may,' says Palacios Miss NMI graces Guam event Outgoing legislator Faisao report interests Japan By Rene P. Acosta to be affected other than the main­ and plutonium from Europe was and even saw the need to board Variety News Staff land if the NMI prohibits move­ among the center of discussions ships just to prevent them from THE RECENTLY released re­ ment of ships carrying nuclear when leaders of South Pacific is­ passing. starts packing up port on the dangers and potential lands gathered recently in Palau. Faisao said he is waiting for a waste within its territory and con­ impact of nuclear waste to the sider further actions near its They have considered totally reply from the Japanese consulate, leaves, the practice is being ob­ By Jojo Dass CNMI in cases of sea accidents boundary. banning the passage of Japanese sinceJapan'sMOXshipmentswere served in the private sector. Variety News Staff has raised interest among offi­ Japan's shipments of MOX fuel shipments within their territories included in the report. "Government employees are SA YING he '"Jives by the day," a cials of the Japanese Consulate the workhorse of the adminis­ relenting Rep. Herman T. Palacios on Saipan. tration. They keep the govern­ yesterday started packing up his According to Rep. Melvin ment in operation. Thus, they belongings at the Legislature say­ Faisao (R-Saipan), Consulate of­ deserve a birthday leave," said ,, ing '"come what may." ficials have already asked for a Palacios in an earlier interview. t hristmas Sale~ ··1 have always survived doing r copy of the report and told the Melvin Faisao something here and there. I live Palacios became congressman December "15:, "1 999 legislator that they would be com­ .------J... ~~ in the Eighth Legislature from by the day and I am prepared to ti. municating. interested over the report since Pioneer face what's ahead," said the chair 1992 to 1994. He won re-elec­ .·.·.. ·/··'· Japanese officials are eagerly Japan would be the first country DVD/VCD/CD Player tion in the Ninth; did not make it J of the House Committee on La­ ·, HOME THEATRE bor and Immigration. to the I 0th and made a come­ f··l Palacios may be opting for an Herman T. Palacios back one the present one. · early retirement though as he Other defeated incumbents that said he has to ··straighten up my The bill was filed shortly be­ havelatelybeenpackingup,mak­ ' retirement records" to see how fore the recent midterm elections ing their room virtually bare ex­ much money is in the hat. where the representative was de­ cept for the swivel chair and desk Palacios has anumberof pend­ feated in precinct one, along with include Sen. Juan P. Tenorio (R­ ing proposed measures at the three other GOP colleagues, by Saipan) House Roar Leader Ana I I th Legislature among which Democrat contenders. S. Teregeyo (R-Saipan), Ways include one seeking to grant paid In filing the bill, Palacios noted and Means Chair Karl T. Reyes Japan Consul General Takashi Hirokawa and Lt. Gov. Madeleine Z. L. Borda/lo smile with 1999 Miss NM/ Universe Cherlyn Cabrera at the birthday leaves to government that while government has not 9R-Saipan), and Rep. Maximo recent Consul of Japan's celebration of the Emperor's birthday at the workers. been granting paid birthday Olopai (D-Saipan). Palace Hotel. Photo by Lalla c. Younis

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Aside from agency or organization's telephone number and address, other information included in the directory are SOUP source of funding, type of service Ir or program, purpose of the pro­ ! gram, and a listing of national and . local laws designed to offer assis­ '1 tance, benefits and protection to I individuals with disabilities. Date: December 10 -31 • Time: 4:00PM - 8:00PM I sponsored by The resource directory was gift items for your friends and loved ones made possible by funds made available from the Developmen­ Hurry! Limited Iri i =I PACIFI~~ tal Disabilities Assistance & Bill Offer only of Rights Act of 1994, through Visit the GTE Pacifica table to receive your free gift for each new sign up of Digital Cellular, Internet or WorldPass Extra the U.S. Department of Health Companies and individuals yesterday presented first lady Sophie and Human Services' Adminis­ Tenorio with donations. Those who took part were Saipan Shipping Savings programs. Also receive a free gift with the purchase of WorldPass Prepaid Phonecards, Always a Great Value. tration on Developmental Dis­ Co., Union Bank, LSG Lufthansa, Eurotex, Saipan Pacific Micronesian Tours, Ernst& Young, Hakubotan, TasiToursandJapanSaipan Travel abilities. Association. contributed photo '., - . ' . : : ... FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-11 10-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 COMMUNITY Hyatt to host music Red Cross issues tips on MHS gyrri project Help Foundation raffle slated set to take off soon By Marian A. Maraya Variety News Staff school perfonnances how to be Y2K-prepared A NEWLY organized non-profit By Marian A. Maraya fantastic June 20th target. It is ex­ What you can do to be pre­ Variety News Staff pected that the gym will be in full corporation dubbed as the Help would be a wonderful way for THE Hyatt Regency Saipan pared? A NOTICE to proceed (NTP) will blossom by August 2000," Foundation, Inc., is sponsoring people to enjoy some special will get into the Christmas be issued to the Marianas High Pellegrino said, in an earlier inter­ its first sweepstakes raffle to be holiday music and at the same spirit in a big way this week­ • Check with manufacturers School (MHS) gymnasium con­ view. held annually for the benefit of time help out a really good end as it hosts a special per­ of any essential computer con­ tractor any time soon so it can Some six contractors vied for the the needy. formance by students of the cause." trolled electronic equipment in continue what has been started in project contract. Brand new cars are at stake for According to Issa, each per­ Do Re Mi School of Music on your home to see if that equip­ the project long ago, Board of Edu­ The Request for Proposals' the first two grand winners. Sunday, December I 2 at 2 p.m. son who attends will also re­ ment maybe affected such as cation member Tony Pellegrino (RFP) deadline expired October A Hyundai model 2000 and a in Gilligan's. ceive a ticket for the "Chil­ security alarm systems, appli­ yesterday said. 26, 1999, according to PSS CIP Sonata model 2000will be given Described as an afternoon dren of the World Charity ances, electronic locks and any Philippine Goods, the contractor Coordinator Chris Fryling. away to the luckiest raffle ticket dedicated to children, pro­ Sweepstakes." The ticket is the electronic equipment in named to expedite construction of The project is expected to reach holders, the foundation said. included in the $10 admission which an "embedded chip" may ceeds will help the Hyatt Re­ the long-delayed project has yet to completion within 320 days from The organization, established fee for the concert. Prizes for control its operation. The Help Foundation is set to give away this brand new car (one of two) gency Saipan and Hyatt Ho­ Red Cross volunteers preparing for disasters and checking the Y2K be issued the NTP, according to the date of construction. by a group of concerned citi­ • Stock disaster supplies to at the First Annual Sweepstakes in April 2000. Photo by Mar•an Maraya tels International meet their the charity promotion include list. Contributed photo Pellegrino. The plan to build the gym for zens, aims to help people in need round trip airline tickets and last several days to week for goals of raising $2 million to "But we are awarding the con­ MHS started way back in 1991, of assistance going by its motto, !amities. We help people individu- island hospital for treatment, to overnight hotel accommoda­ yourself and those who live with to use alternatives cooking devices. about where shelters will be av ail­ assist orphaned, underprivi­ tractor today, hopefully," said MHS Principal James De night. "help us help the needy." ally," said Pangelinan. extend financial or in-kind a~sis- leged. and sick children tions to such places as Bali, you. Don't use open flames or char­ able. Help Foundation (HF) Presi­ Formed in November 1999, the tance to families as a result of This includes having canned • If you plan to use a portable· Pellegrino told reporters yester­ With about 1,800 students at throughout the world. Part of Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, coal grills inside your home. dent Benny K. Pangelinan said foundationisdulylicenseandsanc- disaster due to fire, typhoons, goods, stored drinking water, generator, connectwhatyou want day. MHS, the gym is deemed a neces­ the proceeds will also benefit Hawaii, Guam and Saipan. Protect your home from fire. that what separates the group tioned by the CNMI government and flood that do not have insur- and an ample supply of pre­ to power directly to the generator; Pellegrino, who also heads the sity in improving the high school's the Commonwealth Health The grand prize, which will • Have plenty of flashlights and as a non-profit corporation. ance coverage, and others. scription and non-prescription do not connect the generator to Capital Improvement Projects P.E. (Physical Education) and from other non-profit organiza­ Center (CHC) Volunteers As­ be drawn on December 31, is extra batteries on hand. medications that you regularly your home's electrical system. (CIP) Committee, expressed opti­ sports programs. tions like the American Red Some ofits functions include: to HF officers are as follows: sociation. a 1999 Volkswagen Bug, a As much as possible don't use use. Also, be sure to keep a genera­ mism that the gymnasium will be Denight further expressed opti­ Cross is that it helps people "in­ extendfinanciaiassistancetoafam- Donicia I. Kapileo, Vice Presi- Attendees can expect to hear special purchase from Triple J candles for emergency lighting to • As you would in preparation tor in a well-ventilated area­ available in time for the first new mism that PSS will finally finish dividually." ily in need should a member of the dent; Barbara Duenas, Secretary; musicians of all ages perform­ Motors. The vehicle is cur­ prevent structure fire. for a storm of any kind, have • Examine your smoke alarms eitheroutsideorin a garage, keep­ millennium high school graduates' construction for the long-awaited "Red Cross responds to people family pass away, to finance a bona- and Sheannamae Pangelinan, ing a wide variety of violin rently on display in the hotel's some extra cash or traveler's now. Ifyou have smoke alarms that ing the door open. commencement exercises. gym, this time around, after a pre­ who are victims of disasters. But fide individual who is being re- Treasurer. music, including a number of lobby. Anyone who enters the checks on hand in case elec­ are hard-wired into your home's Don 'tputagenerator anywhere "June 20th, 2000 is the high vious contractor failed to complete the Help Foundation will help, ferred by the Commonwealth The raffle draw is scheduled solo performances. As part of sweepstakes will have a tronic transactions involving electrical system (mostnewerones inside your home. school graduation, there will be a the project. ' with or without disasters or ca- Health Center (CHC) to an off- Continued on page 43 their repertoire for the after­ chance to win the car, which ATM cards, Credits cards, and are), check to see if they have bat­ • Check with the emergency graduation ceremony in the gym," noon, the 19 performers will has a retail value of more than the like cannot be processed. tery back-ups. service providers such as Emer­ said Pellegrino. include a substantial selection $28,000. gency management Office to see Plan to keep cash or traveler's Replace all batteries in all smoke "If all goes well, come Monday, of Christmas music, in addi­ For more information on the if there is more information avail­ checks in a safe place, and with­ alarms annual! y as a general fire we will see full work in there if not tion to classical selections by Do Re Mi concert or the Hyatt draw money from your bank in able about how your community safety precaution. Tuesday. To beat the June20dead­ Bach, Mozart, Corelli, and Regency Saipan 's ''Children small amounts well in advance is preparing problems. • Be prepared to relocate to a line, the contractor has been asked Wieniawski. of the World Charity Sweep­ of 12/31/99. Be an advocate and support shelter if necessary or if for any toworkevenduringholidays,"said ··Normally, the school per­ stakes," call 234-123.4 or visit • As you would in preparation other reason local officials request efforts by your local police, fire, Pellegrino. forms a recital once a year," the hotel in Garapan. Concert for a storm, keep your automo­ or require that you leave your home. and emergency management of­ "The contractorworks on Christ­ said Hyatt General Manager tickets are currently on sale bile gas tank above half full. Listen to a battery-operated ra­ ficials to ensure that their systems mas since we are shooting for the Mustafa Issa ... We thought this for $IO each. • In case the power fails, plan dio or television for information will be able to operate at all times. NMHCtakes on projects cJlreey r8Rrisfmas and a Jeappg c9few !¥ear funded under CDBG program By Ferdie de la Torre Variety News Staff THE NORTHERN Marianas STEAK & LOBSTER SEAFOOD DINNER. EGGNOG LUNC:ft: Housing Corporation has been ag­ NIGHT BUFFET BUFFET gressive with its efforts to com­ at Costa Restaurant AT COSTA from 6:30pm- RESTAURANT plete its various projects for the 9:30pm from 6:30PM-9:30PM from 11:00AM to 2:00PM islands of Rota and Tinian, accord­ CAB Steak ~- Lobster Adult: $22.00 Adult $18.00 / Kids: ing to NMHC executive director priced by ounces and Child: $11.00 $10.00 MaryLou Ada. includes: Ada said the Pinatang Park's Salad Bar with your CHRISTMAS GALA CHRISTMAS DINNER AQUA RESORT CLUB swimming pool in Rota is com­ choice of Dressings DINNER BUFFET Saipan and Tempting SIT-DOWN at Costa Restaurant pleted and in fact it was officially Desserts DINNER from 6:30PM - 9:30PM inaugurated during the island's fi­ A great place to be ... at Raraina Adult: $22.00 / Kids: esta. Restaurant $11.00 ··111e waterslide is work.ing ... the Tel: (670) 322-1234 ° Fax: (670) 322-1220 Adult: $55.00 / community there is now utilizing E-mail: [email protected] TRADITIONAL Kids: $30.00 CHRISTMAS DINNER and en joy.i ng it," Ada said in r~ at Raralna (Fine Dining) inte1view. SIT-DOWN DINNER from 6:30PM - 9:30PM Funding for Rota gym's renova­ Adult $55.00 / Kids: tion, Ada said, is all under the Com­ $30.00 munity Development Block Pro­ k gram (CDBG) and the project is )]f near in completion. ForTinian, she said, NMHC has SOUTH OF THE . NEW YEARS ~Jt HANG-OVER renovated the gym because it was BORDER GALA DINNER BRUNCH leaking very badly and there are (MEXICAN STYLE} at Raraina Restaurant at the Costa and some tiles that popped up. DINNER BUFFET Adult: $65.00 I Raraina Restaurant "So all the gyms that we have from 11:00 a.m. to from 6:30pm to Kids: $35.00 funded under CDBG underwent 9:30pm From 6:00PM - 2:00 p.m. major renovations," Ada said. Adult: $22.00 10:00PM ADULT: $22.00 Child: $11.00 CHILD: $11.00 Other project, Ada said, is the 27 28 29 NEW YEARS EVE Tinian Teen Center which was pat­ 26 GALA DINNER AT STEAK & LOBSTER terned after the Kagman Center CHAMPAGNE STEAK & LOBSTER ITALIAN NIGHT CHAMORRO FIESTA THE POOLSIDE NIGHT where the community can get to­ SUNDAY BRUNCH NIGHT DINNER BUFFET DINNER BUFFET Adult: $70.00 / from 6:30PM-9:30PM gether, socialize, or do other social from 6:30 p.m. to from 11:00AM - from 6:30PM-9:30PM from 6:30pm - 9:30 Kids: $35.00 CAB Steak & Lobster functions. pm 9:30 p.m. 2:00PM CAB Steak & Lobster from 6:30PM - priced by ounces and. At the Center, she said, teenag­ priced by ounces and ADULT: $22.00 ADULT: $22.00 Adult: $20.00 1:00AM includes: ers can get together by playing pool includes; CHILD: $11.00 CHILD: $11.00 Child: $10.00 Salad Bar with your or having other school activities . Salad Bar with your choice of Dressings DINNER choice of Dressings and Tempting NMHC said CDBG's goal is to A 'LA CARTE' and Tempting Desserts. build a better and stronger commu­ Desserts. nity to provide a foundation for as sense of neighborhood . .-- .-- . ,. ,- .. ·:·,- ~ .. MICRONESIA 12-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-13 OnNMI, Guam New political party's goal: President's award launched 'Clean up Marshalls gov't' By Giff Johnson cies and operations. government to oversee their opera­ lowances. One of the perks for By Theresa R. Gutierrez yesterday launched the President's The President's Student Service between 5 to 25 years ofage while the set arnoumofhours within a 12 For the Variety Still, second term UDP Senator tions, not government ministers, cabinet ministers has always been Variety News Staff Srudent Service Award Program Awards (PSSA) Program has two the Silver program honors youths month period qualify. MAJURO - The opposition Witten Philippa, a former chief J acklick said. the $750 monthly housing allow­ HAGATNA - llie Western Pa­ on Guam and the Northern levels. between 5 to. The individual does not have to United Democratic Party-which justice of the high court, said re­ • Cabinet ministers who already ance, regardless of whether or not cific Region Committee (WPRC) Marianas. llieGold program honors youths Under the Sliver program, one be a student. He or she simply must is expected to throw off the "oppo­ cently he was happy to see at a have homes in Majuro will no the representative is from Majuro has to complete 50 hours of com­ be in the age bracket and has met all sition" monicker by fanning the UDP meeting earlier this month longer be eligible for housing al- Continued on page 43 •~•~•~•W•~•W•~•~•W•W•~•W•W•W• munity service in a 12-month pe· other specifications. government in the Marshall Islands four other members hammering riod. So far, the Lions Club Interna­ when parliament convenes in early away in support of ministers and t MONIKA'S GALLERY ! The Gold program requires I 00 tional District 204 and National .I anuary-campaigned on an anti­ the president being required to di. is having a A-11,&1A•a.ar11A A1I AIA,IA•,1• Aillrl elll E hours of completed community Office Supply have joined the conuption, reform-oriented plat. vest themselves of all business in­ Why is "cold" startup E 1a~,U;UI.F1ttna111::F !Oil !atalall\Illl!I tF/11!1 L • service in a 12-month period. WPRC, making them the official form. UDP spokesman Senator terests, or otherwise not take the • ti .in:ftfl~tl ilWIU~ lft'I tlfl;.tlMilllltl ll ~U'.I IS" Each individual can be nomi­ national partners. AlvinJacklicksays it's now time to posts. "For once it wasn't me do­ Q: protection important s nated by any individual, including The WPRC will over see all ac­ make words a reality. In a country ing the talking," he said. even. in o·ur climate? : \YJJJJJ~lJ tJJJJiJ~ lWtl!il'\JlY~~ I ti'HIP:l!a A community service providers, tivities and facilitate the PSSA. It where politicians have become used Jacklick said that while the UDP L L school principals or other compa­ will work as a liaison between to special privilege and conflict of hasn't yet completed its specific E E nies on Guam or the CNML Guam the CNMI and the national interest, his words may come as a plan of action for the January ses­ Even in this climate, • • All youths who have completed headquarters. shock. sion of parliament these are the s 30% OFF 40% OFF s Jacklick won reelection for his leading items on its agenda as it • motor oil thickens and OF ALL HANDMADE STERLING SILVER A A A ALL CLOTHING: third tenn in the Nitijela during the moves toward fanning a govern­ L MENS SHIRTS, SURF SHORTS FOR MEN AND WOMEN, L November election. While the Alvin Jack/ick ment in January: settles in a cool engine. E PANTS SETS, SHORT SETS, MATIRNDY DRESSES, E mayor of Kwajalein Atoll in the for our organization." • To restore people's confidence Metal to metal wear can • SUMMER DRESSES LONG/SHORT AND SARONGS • I 980s,J acklick successfully estab­ llie UDP claims to have an 18 in government, Cabinet Ministers 30% OFF s lished functioning community ser­ senator majority in the 33 member and the President need to divest occur until the oil is hot : ALL HANDICRAns: A vices for the first time on over­ Nitijela (parliament). themselves of business interests L POITTRY, PAINTINGS, STATUES, BASKETS, MIRRORS, CANDLE L crowded Ebeye Island, which led llie UDP's challenge is its com­ before taking the posts so that there enough to circulate E HOLDERS, ROCKING HORSES, !KATS, WALL HANGINGS, 60% OFF E to a new look and new community bination of whatJ acklick describes is no conflict of interest 6 and per· DOLPHINS, MASKS HANDBAGS AND MUCH MUCH MORE Of All BEACH BAGS • spirit for an island long called the as "newcomers" -those senators, sonal gain - in their implementa· throughout the engine. • "slum of the Pacific." even second or third tenners, a S ~M~W~~ S tion of government policies. "We asked the people to vote for group that includes Jacklick who Mcobil D OW-40 is designed A ·sale begins Saturday 11th-19th, 1999 • Across DFS Garapan A • All laws that currently place L • Hotel Street next to Chamorro House L us," Jacklick said of the aggressive have never been in cabinet-and cabinet ministers on boards of di. to flow faster at startup. E. STORE HOURS: 10:00am-10:00pm Monday·Sunday ~m~ E UDP campaign prior to the No­ the "old timers," the senators who rectors need to be amended to elimi­ •W•W•W•W•OO•~•~•W•W•~•W•W•W•W• vember 15 election that saw the served in both President Amata nate ministers' presence on the defeat of four-of-six incumbent Kabua's and lmata Kabua's cabi­ boards of statutory agencies. Util­ cabinet ministers. "Now that net. While the party is led by old ity companies such as the National they've done that, we have to fulfill timer Senator Litokwa Tomeing, it Telecommunications Authority, ourobligation. 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A round­ has welcomed the Papua New logging and wood trading compa­ day of Manila's new dlrs 655 culty climbing a long flight of trip fare card, emblazoned Guinea (PNG) Government's an­ nies are controlling and destroying million elevated train system, stairs to a station and ordered with Estrada's picture and the PM nouncement that it will impose a the world's remaining ancient for­ designed to fight some of that all be equipped with es­ words "EDSA for the masses,., sacks his deputy moratorium on all new forest con­ ests, including those of the South Asia's worst traffic jams. calators, which are now under costs up to 68 pesos($ 1.70). cession, extensions and plantations. Pacific. "The system is ready," Rob­ order from Japan. more than a third of the mini­ PORT MORESBY leaders of other coalition part­ ··rt is no secret that the coa­ Greenpeace's Sydney-based The report profiles 150 logging ert John Sobrepena, chairman Manila has another elevated mum daily wage for workers Forests Specialist, Brian Brunton, and wood trading companies ac­ (Pacnews) - Papua New ners and make an announce­ lition was stitched together at of the Metro Rail Transit train line that was built during in the capital. described the announcement as a tive in the forests of PNG, Solomon Guinea's (PNG) Prime Min­ ment soon. the 11th hour and since then Corp., told reporters during a Marcos' administration in an ··we're the ones who built "major development" in the Islands and other forested coun­ ister. Sir Mekere Morauta Sir Mekere told journalists attempts to destabilise the test of a portion of the I 6.8- older part of the metropolis of this beautiful railway but we has sacked his deputy, John coalition have not stopped. I struggle to protect the world's an­ tries of the world. the decision to sack Pundari kilometer ( 1Cl-mile) rail sys­ more than 8 million people can't ride on it because it's Pundari. was made in order to provide have been ·watching and as­ cient forests and bio-aiversiiy. It said in PNG, Malaysia's tem built over one of the but does. not serve the areas of too expensive," said civil en­ In a shock move, a day greater stability to the current sessing various moves and According to Greenpeace, PNG Rimbunan Hijau, is estimated to capital's busiest streets. recent development. gineer Asentista Bevejune, after the year 2000 budget political situation. will continue to do so," Sir has the largest intact tropical an­ control around halfof the country's The street, Epifania de Jos Aside from monstrous traf­ who worked for one year on was passed, Sir Mekere an­ Yesterday, oppos1t1on Mekere said. cient forests in the Asia-Pacific total timber production. Malaysian Christopher Dita operates one of the coaches of the Metrostar Express, Santos Avenue - more popu­ fic jams caused by construc­ the project. "I'll still' take the nounced that Pundari had leader, Bill Skate also sacked "For the People's Demo­ region and the third largest on the interests are reported to control 96 Manila's latest overhead commuter train system, during its test run also been dismissed as Min­ Eastern Highlands Governor, cratic Movement (PDM), its planet. percent of PNG Jogging conces­ larly called EDSA - is well­ tion of the Metros tar Express, Wednesday. AP bus," he said. i st er for Home Affairs. Peti Lafanama from his party important for us to forge a It said almost half of PNG 'sac­ sions. known for its giant shopping Women, Youth and for voting with the Govern­ coalition with leaders and par­ cessible forests are already com­ Hijau is also present in Vanuatu, malls, ritzy walled communi­ Churches and his 21-mem­ ment to pass the budget. ties with whom we are com­ mitted to industrial logging. Solomon Islands, Brazil and Gabon ties for the wealthy elite, and ber Advance PNG Party Sir Mekere said the deci­ fortable and who we can rely Greenpeace has urged the inter­ in South Africa. . for being the site of a popular ousted from Government. sion to "withdraw" the on." national community to help the Greenpeace spokesman, Grant revolt in 1986 that overthrew No new deputy or an act­ deputy's post and the ministry Sir Mekere said the deci­ PNG Government achieve this Rosoman has called on the govern­ dictator Ferdinand Marcos. ''. ing appointment has been from Pundari had not been sion to sack Pundari and his · transformation of forest manage­ ments of Solomon Islands and ' The train, the Metrostar Ex­ announced but Sir Mekere easy and had not been taken party was made with the full ment. Papua New Guinea to come down \ press, is scheduled to begin ' said he would consult with lightly. support of the PDM caucus. Meanwhile, a report just released hard on "these huge companies regular service on Dec. 15. It by the environmental group titled" that are threatening the livelihoods travels more than 50 kilome­ Buying Destruction: A Greenpeace of future generations." ) ters (30 miles) per hour, much faster than the 5-7 kilometer Vanuatu gets (3-5 mile) per hour average speed of traffic along EDSA, British grant which carries more than 300,000 vehicles a day. 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Rosario and the British Monetary Fund precautionary with this year's budget deficit get of a 62.5 bill ion peso ($ l .5 The twin-engine Asian passport holder as Robert borrowing program which is set because 1999 is nearly over," billion) deficit in 2000 and fur­ Spirit plane to;k off from Sinnaott. Further details were to expire next March, an official Buenaventura said. "What con­ ther delay payments from the Manila Tuesday morning and not immediately available. said Wednesday. cerns the IMF is whether or nor IMF. was bound for Cauayan in Military officials said the Central Bank Governor Rafael we can meet our budget deficit The government recently said Isabela province. about 280 plane slammed into the side Buenaventura said the govern­ targets for the coming years." it will delay to 2003 its target of kilometers (175 miles) to the of a mountain and plunged ment is expected to fail to meet its The government posted a bud­ achieving a balanced budget from north. when it disappeared. into a ravine. 1999 budget deficit target of 85.3 get deficit of 96.804 billion pesos the initial 2002 goal. The Philip­ Soldiers located the plane's billion pesos ($ 2. I billion). The ($ 2.4 billion) in the first IO months pine has so far drawn $ 733 mil­ wreckage late Tuesday on the budget target is one of the key of 1999, well over the full-year lion from the IMF standby credit Protesters gathernext to a cone-shaped U.S. flag during a rally outside side of a mountain in Kasibu indicators watched by the IMF target, largely because of weak program. the U.S. Embassy in Mam,a Tuesday. AP in Nueva Vizcaya province under the Philippine loan pro­ after nearby vi 11 agers reported gram. seeing a crash. "Clearly, we need to extend the Working through the night, program in order to complete the they were able to recover all requirements," Buenaventura said •,: .® of bodies as of early Wednes­ The Czechoslovakian-made Let L-410 passenger plane of Asian Spirit Airlines upon landing in Manila last on the sidelines of a conference HAll=A ADAI DELI BAKERY'S day, Asian Spirit spokes­ Tuesday, Dec. 7, 1999. A similar plane with 15 passengers and two crew members on board, crashed in hosted by the Philippine Central ,.. efl woman Nanette Tero! said. northern Philippines due to bad weather. AP Bank and the IMF, attended by ,,;0 ~}·. ' The bodies were being carried "The initial description was with the route, which goes and has nine planes, including senior central bank officials from down the mountain by hand that the wreckage looked like over a mountain range, Asian the one that crashed. the Asia-Pacific region. because helicopters were un­ it had burned," said General Spirit officials said. Rain and Several of the country's new The Philippines has been un­ ~-}±:/ able to land due to bad Rodolfo Garcia, commander cloudy weather were reported airlines have been dogged with able to avail itself of at least dlrs · •.. $ weather, airline officials said. of the army's 5th Infantry. along the way, and Cauayan 's safety- and maintenance-re­ 300 million from the dlrs 1.4 bil­ i\f>:< <,.:=): .. ··.:..:: if! The 15 passengers and two In its last radio contact, the airport was temporarily closed lated problems. lion standby credit under the IMF ~() '< )· ' crew members aboard the plane reported it was about 95 Tuesday morning because of Last year, a Cebu Pacific program. ~··® Czech-built Let L-410 in­ kilometers (60 miles) out of bad visibility. DC-9 jet crashed near the top Buenaventura said the delay in ~)~ cluded a Japanese. a British Manila, said Florante Morales Asian Spirit began operat­ of a fog-shrouded mountain accessing the funds was due to ihe cv(;, /© passport holder from Hong An unidentified sister (left) of Capt. of Manila's Air Transporta­ ing in 1996 after the liberal­ in the southern Philippines, IMF's concerns over the impact \'> Rolando Sa/andanan, the pilot of :> Kong, and the plane's Fili­ tion Office. Nothing appeared of the country's deteriorating bud- the ill-fated Asian Spirit plane, is ization of the Philippine air­ killing all 104 people aboard • 18 TO 20 lbs. TURKEYW/ \iil:® pino-American co-pilot, the abnormal at that time, he said. ,f'if comforted by an Asian Spirit offi­ line industry. It specializes in in the Philippines' worst air STUFFING & GRAVY airline said. cial Wednesday. AP The pilots were experienced low-volume domestic routes disaster. Man withdraws . ':':':.' • 9 inch PUMPKIN PIE Y···\ life savings due.·. - • 1 DOZEN DINNER ROLL to Y2K, butloses · ,~;;; all to robbers ·.,iw'>, MANILA, Philippines (AP) 0 @?: -A retired Filipino withdrew ~-+~ ·@ his life's savings from the ©/ bank because he feared losing it to the Y2K bug, but lost it instead to robbers, police said Roast Ham with Glaze We are selling Wednesday. Roasted Pig (Lechon) Faustino Timbol reported to police that two men slipped 16 to 1Bibs $69·99 ORDER TWO DAYS IN ADVANCE into his house early Wednes­ day in Navotas, part of metro­ ·<'~ :.->/ ,., ·-. HAM from25 /lb. ; ' to 40 lbs $3.50 politan Manila, and robbed s; .. PROVIDED '-o him of his 2 million peso ($ :·o BYUS 0 50,000) in cash plus 300,000 , .... © pesos (£ 7,500) in jewelry. Chopped/ Cut-up lechon ®·, . '·e Timbol, 61, who retired re­ cently as a supervisor in the 6 Department of Public Works $4099 /Iba and Highways, told police he Q, G withdrew all his savings be­ IQ.·. 0 cause he feared losing it if the : elJ millennium bug affected his ~.: i, ©, bank. '3 ·_; Police said one of the sus­ pects resembled a resident of Turkey w/ Stuffing Ham with Glaze Timbol's neighborhood. ~./., 1 Oto 141bs ·.. ·IW The Y2 K bug can cause .® $14·99 .I computers programed to read 15 to 171bs s19.s9 @ r only the last two digits of a 15 to 1 ?lbs $19·99 I year to malfunction when the ©,@ calendar changes to 2000, pos­ 18 to 201bs s24.99 si b, y damaging financial 18 to 201bs $24·99 i ® records. I The government says the ' Philippine banking sector is HAFA ADAI DELI BAKERY ··©® fully prepared for the millen­ Hafa Adai Shopping Center, Garapan nium change. It has advised the public not to panic and prepare like "a Tel_: 234-6406 typhoon is coming," with enough cash and supplies for about two weeks' needs.

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20-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 . BUSINESS & TRADE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-21 Japan stocks, dollar down Pokemon steals Christmas TOKYO (AP)-Like just about TOKYO (AP) - Profit-tak­ Sales of Pokemon stuff in Ja­ cent, to 18,401.20 at the end looking to take money off the High-flying stocks of 1999 closed down 0.66 points, or every other I 0-year-old in Japan, ing and worry over the yen's pan alone added up to $5.85 bil­ of afternoon trading. On Tues­ table as we go through the Y2K that gave up ground included 0.04 percent, the day before. Yasuyo Nakatani 's son is addicted rise against the U.S. dollar day, the average closed up Retreats outnumbered ad­ lion last year. And the expansion period." Sony, Kyocera, Hitachi, to Pikachu. For an hour or two drove Tokyo share prices 86.76 points, or 0.47 percent. vances 793 to 431, while 122 of the Pokemon menagerie to for­ Early in the session, many Toshiba and Mitsubishi Elec­ each day, the Pokemon character down on Wednesday. The eign markets - it already has a The U.S. dollar bought l 02.80 investors retreated to the side­ tric. Rising were shares of issues were unchanged. Vol­ has him under its spell. She fears greenback slipped slightly yen at 5 p.m. (0800 GMT) lines amid worry over the di­ NEC, which said Wednesday ume on the First Section of billion-dollar niche in the United it will hurt his eyes or stunt his against the Japanese currency. Wednesday, down 0.04 yen rection of the Japanese cur­ it will lease some of its semi­ the Tokyo Stock Exchange States - has been closely watched, education. But what is a mother at The benchmark 225-issue from I 02. 84 yen Tuesday, but rency against the dollar. conductor production equip­ was estimated at 591 million and loudly cheered, by many Japa­ the epicenter of the Pokemon Nikkei Stock Average shed above its late New York level Finance Minister Kiichi ment, and Fujitsu. shares, only slightly below the nese. empire to do? 192. 76 points. or 1.04 per- of 102.32 yen overnight. The Miyazawa said Wednesday News from Wall Street put a 605 million shares traded But the true significance of That's easy - stock up before dollar traded in a tight range morning that Japan is ready to damper on Tokyo trading. The Tuesday. Pokemon may transcend mere Christmas. "Ifhe plays too much, of 102.32 yen to I 02.85 yen. take action to prevent a pre­ Dow Jones industrial average In other currencies, the euro sales figures. Just now getting out his eyes hurt and he doesn't In stock trading, prices m at ure and disruptive fell 118.36 points, or 1 per­ was traded in late afternoon from under its worst slowdown study," Nakatani said, her arms moved lower following falls strengthening in the yen. cent, to 11,106.65 at dealings at 105.70 yen, up since World War II, Japan's loaded with a bag full of presents in New York stocks on Tues­ Japanese officials have said Tuesday's close. The decline from 105. JO yen late Tuesday economy - and fabled corporate from Tokyo's Pokemon Center. competitiveness - has lost the day. the rapid surge in the yen's wanhe Dow's steepest since in Tokyo. The yield on the "But ifhe leaves home without shine it once had. Investors may have been value will make the country's Oct. 25. benchmark I 0-year Japanese his Pokemon Game Boy, he gets So Pokemon's invasion of motivated to sell to lock in exports too expensive over­ The broader Tokyo Stock government bond fell to bored." Since its debut in 1996 as America is seen by many as evi­ $10 PHONE CARDS profits after big share price seas, hampering Japan's bud­ Price Index of all issues listed 1.7400 percent from a software game by Nintendo Co., dence that Japan may be down, rises this year, especially in ding recovery from its worst on the first section fell 11.07 Tuesday's finish of 1.7800 the Pokemon phenomenon has but certainly isn't out. technology stocks. Others may economic slowdown in de­ points, or 0.68 percent, to percent. Its price rose 0.35 for $7 swollen intoa$7 billion multime­ And more is in store. Pokemon simply have been closing po­ cades. close at 1,621.07. The TO PIX point to 101.3 6. dia juggernaut that spans every­ sitions ahead of the year end. fans inJapan started reserving cop­ Selling Limited Quantities thing from television shows to "Many investors are look­ ies of the latest Pokemon game, 30 minutes to the Philippines >«)' Japanese parents try to get their son to finish playing at the Pokemon Center in Tokyo. SJnce its deby~ in ing to end trading by the end trading cards, and is spreading ''Kingin," two months before its 23 minutes to Japan across the globe. 1996 as a software game by Nintendo Co., the Pokemon phenomenon has turned into a $7 b1//1on Nov. 21 debut, grabbing all 1.8 of this week or next week," international empire. AP 40 minutes to Mainland USA, said David Shirt, an equity In Japan, it is already defining million copies at $37 a piece. the end of the millennium for Guam & Canada salesman at Jardine Fleming easily identifiable by the lines monster - a misnomer actually, game wouldn't do as well in the The company is now rushing millions of kids. And, for adults, Call 233-3990 Securities. "Investors are outside- stretching 400people or since most of the characters are United States as in Japan because out more copies to meet the Christ­ Pokemon's success has become so deep on weekends. deliberately cute - has its own it requires so much concentra­ mas crush. Nintendo spokesmen something of a matter of national Along with the standard soft­ powers, which can be enhanced tion, Gail Tilden, vice president say the game will hit shelves in pride. "Pokemon is the place to ware, trading cards and action fig­ or changed to battle its opponents. of Nintendo America, said at a the United States just in time for be," said Lisa Spicer, an analyst at ures, the store carries Pokemon That means kids have to recent news conference in Tokyo. next year's holiday season. West LB Securities Pacific, Ltd. mouse pads, strategize. And therein lies a large So much for that fear. Pokemon This summer, Warner Brothers "It's definitely the dominant force Pokemon cookies, Pokemon part of the game's appeal: It makes is expected to account for 20 per­ will release a new Pokemon movie in the toy industry." spatulas, Pokemon chopsticks. kids think. And they seem to like cent of all Christmas toy sales in in the United States. The third Nowhere is that more obvious There are 151 Pokemon charac­ it, even trading cards to get differ­ the United States this year. Its movie, "Pichu and Pikachu," will CARS O PLATE NO. . COLOR RETAIL PRICE I thanatthePokemonCenter, which ters, ranging from Diglett, a tiny ent monsters so they can try out star, the cuddly but deadly be launched in Japan at the same though tucked away on a back mole-like character, toOnix, with new combat techniques. Pikachu, has graced the covers of time and probably make its way JEEP street behind Tokyo Station is a face that looks like a rock. Each There were concerns that the both Time and the New Yorker. to the United States in 200 I.

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ASIA 22-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY" DECEMBER 10, 1999 Mongolia, South Korea sign defense cooperation OECD: Japan must SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - four-day visit. He planned to Mongolia and South Korea signed pay a courtesy call on Foreign an agreement Wednesday that Minister Hong Soon-young calls for cooperation in military and visit military bases and increase sales tax training and other exchanges, the weapons plants. Defense Ministry said. The visit, the first by TOKYO (AP)-Three years cent in the fiscal year ending product, a measure of all goods The agreement was signed by Mongolia's defense chief, fol­ after a consumption tax hike March 31, as consumer spend­ and services produced in a Mongolian Defense Minister lows that of Mongolian Prime sank the Japanese economy, ing starts to rebound and con­ country. Sharavdorj Tuvdendorj and his Minister R. Amarjargal, who the government may have to tinued growth in the United Yet any attempt to increase South Korean counterpart, Cho came to Seoul last month to raise the levy again to pay for States and Europe increases the consumption tax would Sung-tae. at the end of a two-hour strengthen economic and trade its stimulus packages, an Or­ demand for Japanese goods probably meet stiff resistance meeting. . links. ganization of Economic Co­ such as cars and stereos. in Parliament. The govern­ Cho also explained South The two countries have agreed operation and· Development Japan's debt this year will ment boosted the tax to 5 per­ on joint development of some Korea's policy of engaging the official said Wednesday. balloon to a record 3 8. 6 tri I­ cent from 3 percent in April isolated communist N011h Korea of Mongolia's rich natural re­ "The deficit isn't going to lion yen ($374.8 billion) with 1997, spiking consumer de­ and Tuvdendorj expressed sources and to establish regular come down by itself, so it's the expected passage this week mand and sending Japan into flights between Seoul and Ulan Mongolia's full support, the min­ necessary to cut spending and of an 18-trillion-yen spending its worst recession in decades. istry said. Bator. plan to help the economy grow Larger taxes on cons ump-. Mongolia and North Korea have increase taxes, including the ··The peace and stability on 0.5 percent. tion will become increas­ had diplomatic relations since consumption tax," said Yutaka the Korean peninsula should South Korean labor union workers scuffle with riot police officers after their anti-government rally demanding The government has increas­ ingly necessary as the aging 1948, when Mongolia was still Imai, a senior OECD econo­ be kept. Mongolia will do what freer labor activity, near the Natioanal Assembly in Seoul Wednesday. AP ingly had to borrow to pay for of Japan's population cu ts it can for that," the ministry communist. But their relations mist. the additional public works into the number of wage earn­ quoted Tuvdendorj as telling have soured since Ulan Bator es­ While Japan's economy has and other projects because ers, reducing income tax re­ Cho. Tuvdendorj arrived in tablished formal ties with Seoul started to rebound, growth high unemployment has ceipts, said Andrew Shipley, South Korea on Tuesday for a in 1990. Head of Islamic group to won't be strong enough to gen­ erate enough cash to repay the sapped tax revenues. senior economist at debt, Imai said. The OECD Japan's debt is among the Schroders (Japan) Ltd. Any Watch & Sunglo,ss Outlet Store tax increase isn't likely soon, Singaporean Prime Minister ~oh Cho~ Tong (left) shak_e~ hanqs with lead Malaysia opposition forecasts that Japan's highest in the world as a per­ his Japanese counterpart Ke1zo Obuch1 at the latter's offlc1al residence economy will grow 1.5 per- centage of gross domestic though. in Tokyo Wednesday. Goh is on a five-day visit to Japan. AP KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia for the first time won another state, gambling and entertainment cen­ 'ticARONEL (AP) - The head of a fundamen­ neighboring Terengganu. ters in Terengganu and ban the Indonesia to Quality Timepieces &: Accessories talist Islamic party that achieved PAS more than tripled its par­ sale oflottery tickets and alcohol. ' ' PAS has also sparked fury over unprecedented success in the re­ liamentary seats from eight to 27 C% cent general elections was chosen in the vote. its latest move to impose a new opentrad~- ITTIN BUSINESS to the top opposition post in Par­ Its yield outnumbered the total tax of up to 10 percent, called liament, an opposition leader said number of seats garnered by the "kharaj," on non-Muslim busi­ office in Gaza Wednesday. other parties in the Alternative nesses in the northeastern state. EVERYTHING GOES Dec. 10-14, 1999 Fadzil Noor, the president of Front, including the predomi­ Mahathir allies have capitalized the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party, nantly Chinese Democratic Ac­ on the furor by claiming that PAS JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) Shop Early for Best Selection or PAS, was given the post after a tion Party, Azizah 's Nationa!Jus­ would harm all non-Muslims. - Indonesia is to strengthen three-hour meeting held by lead­ tice Party, and a small multiethnic On Wednesday, Azizah said the economic ties with the Pales­ ', .... .:-. •': ers of the four-party Alternative group called the Malaysian issue had been "blown out of pro­ tinian Authority and will open Save Now on Christmas Gifts Esprit all $49 Swatch all $19 Front. People's Party. portion" by coverage from the a trade office in Gaza, Presi­ Joe Boxer all $19 Boy London all $19 Azizah, who chaired the three­ government-friendly newspapers. 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Last month Wahid toured the 24-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 ASIA T FRIDAY, DECEMBER I 0, 1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-25 In Thailand 30,000 to get royal pardon yacht into Thailand, and was BANGKOK, Thailand (AP)­ ers, reported the newspaperThe charges and would thus not be and others have their sentences imprisoned when he failed to The first of about 30,000 con­ Nation, quotingPrakitKrissana, eligible for release. Prisoners reduced to mark the birthdays pay a 79 million baht ($ 2.1 victs eligible for a royal amnesty chief legal counselor of the cor­ convicted of serious crime are of Thailand's highly popular million) fine. will be released from jail Friday, rections department. also not eligible for release, but king. Ullrich was at the center of a Thai prison officials announced. Many if not most of the for­ could have their sentences re­ The categories of prisoners political scandal early this year The mass release will include eigners in Thai prisons have duced, he said. eligible for release is tightly de­ when he was accused of paying drug abusers but not drug deal- been convicted of trafficking On a case-by-case basis, con­ fined, and each case will be victs on death row could have screened by special review com­ bribes to officials to be allowed their sentences changed to life mittees set up at each of the to enter Thailand freely, despite imprisonment, and those facing country's more than I 00 pris­ being on a blacklist because of life in jail have their terms com­ ons, Prakit said. suspected underworld connec­ muted to 40 years. One high-profile foreigner, a tions. The amnesty marks the 72nd German businessman at the cen­ The German government has birthday of King Bhumibol ter of a bribery scandal, is among reportedly begun extradition Adulyadej this past Sunday, and those expected to be released, proceedings against UMrich be­ came into effect the same day. according to newspaper reports. cause it wants to try him on .. " It is a tradition for large num­ Wolfgang Ullrich was con­ charges of swindling and em­ bers of prisoners to be released victed of illegally importing a bezzling in a charity scam. The l:!ttention-drawing signboard at the entrance of Juannet Torres' total image parlor shop.

By Rene P. Acosta Nov. 4, 1994, but had its grand Juanny's Hair Salon owner Juannet Torres, is flanked by four assistants inside her beauty shop in As Uta. Variety News Staff opening on Dec. 11 of the same Photos by Rene P. Acosta WHEN you put up a business, year. there sometimes is a reason for it Torres, 35, said the growth of other than money. her business for the past five years For Juannet Torres, or Juanny was amazing, as it continues to as she's more popularly known pick up and attract more custom­ by friends and customers, it is ers. community service. "When they (customers) come, This is why after five years, they don't know what to do with Juanny'sHairSalon, Torres's first themselves, but when they go out and only shop on As Lito, Saipan of the parlor, they are already 10-14 LB. is stronger than ever, still con­ completely different persons," tinuing to attract a growing num­ said Juanny. In Celebration of our 5th Year Anniversary ber of clientele. Looking back, Juanny says that We would like t? thank all our valued customers, friends, and family "It's my way of community like any other budding entrepre­ service," saysJuannyon why she neur, she was fearful that her busi­ for your continued patronage and support that you have given SMOKED put up the salon. One lady cus­ ness will not succeed. us for the past 5 years. tomer, whom the owner was per­ Now, the owner says she wants 'i We will continue to provide the quality service and satisfaction sonally servicing when the beauty the business to still grow as it that you deserve as our customer. HAM(Of., shop was visited agreed. further upgrades its services and "Community service. It's her products. -;i \ 20-25 LB. service to the community," she The salon business is not new said. to Juanny. Back in Guam, she Thank You and Si Yu'us Ma' ase. Torres believes that thrust also had a beauty parlor which which continuously serves as the she co-owned with a niece. guiding light of her business is the Juanny, thedaughterofMr. and PICNIC reason why the beauty salon has Mrs. Francisco and Dorothea become successful. Garrido of Mangilao, Guam, is Juanny's Hair Salon, which is married to Commonwealth Ports HAM complimented by four beauty ex­ Authority Fire Chief Stanley C. perts including the owner, who is Torres Jr., son of Congressman- 8-12 LB. herself a great stylist, opened on elect Stanley Sr. ~

Villagers from ~uy Xuyen district trudge through flooded waters carrying the food relief they received from RP to receive $10-M in TURKEY the Red Cross m Duy Vmh village m Quang Nam province, central Vietnam Tuesday. AP 1 US military assistance :~~~ : !Ffi2/!fl} With Stuffing _ ~.,. .::./" ~/ .r-· 1, .. ~. A, '\'I r!-~, Cambodian official resigns By Rene P. Acosta couraged Clinton to transfer to ' ~ •/ ' [\, Variety News Staff RP on a grant basis military chop­ ·--.1, 12-14 LB. PHNOM PENH, Cambodia Norodom Ranariddh, in 1997. next year unless signi fie ant PHILIPPINE Ambassador to the pers. aircraft, and naval vessels r (AP) - A controversial He was later named the roy­ changes were made to the United States Ernesto Maceda has that "may become available un­ member of Cambodia's Na­ alists' NEC representative election committee. disclosed that the Philippines is to der the excess defense articles tional Election Committee while the party's core leader­ If the election is held, it will receive from the U.S. some $10 program." announced his resignation \ ship was living in exile. dismantle the last single-party million in security assistance for It explicitly stated that for the Wednesday, a week after the Opposition leaders cried governing structure left over the next two years including the naval ships, the US may give opposition threatened to boy­ FROM NOW UNTIL DECEMBER 31 ST l foul, saying the selection of a from the communist government current fiscal yearaside from vari­ amphibious landing craft, naval cott local-level polls if the royalist defector was an obvi­ that stepped down from power ous types of military equipment. patrol vessels (including those 15% OFF ON COLORS AND PERMS. committee remained stacked ous effort by Hun Sen 's ruling in 1991 after a U .N .-brokered The cash and defense equip­ types of ships that are being used with ruling party loyalists. 35% OFF ON THE FIRST SET OF FIBER GLASS OR party to stack the NEC with peace agreement. ment including UH- IH type heli­ by the coast guard), and other Committee member Tea its loyalists ahead of last Election monitoring groups copters, A-4 aircrafts, amphibi­ naval vessels such as frigates "if ACRYLIC NAILS (A $40 VALUE FOR ONLY $25). Chamrath, a former defense year's national election. have urged the government ous landing craft or other types of such vessels are available." minister, said in a statement HOLIDAY PACKAGE DEAL WORTH $125 FOR ONLY $90: Hun Sen' s party won the to replace the current 1 !­ naval vessels, will be given to the Likewise, it said thatthe "United that he was stepping down to election - declared "reason­ member NEC with a new Philippines following the passage States should not oppose the trans­ HAIRCUT, STYLE, MANICURE, PEDICURE, embark on an unspecified ably free and fair" by foreign five-member committee. of the State Department Authori­ ferofF-5 aircraft by a third world 1-HOUR FULL BODY MASSAGE, AND A ··new mission." observers - but the opposi­ Under the proposal, King zation Act. country to the Government of the He did not elaborate and 1-HOUR DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL. tion accused the NEC of con­ · Norodom Sihanouk would se­ Section 1308, or the security Philippines." could not be reached for com­ spiring to magnify a narrow lect the committee president, assistance to the Philippines, es­ A related Non-Binding "State­ ment. Tea Chamrath broke victory into an absolute ma­ non-political organizations tablished the US policy to trans­ mentofManagers" which accom­ from the royalist jority in parliament. would choose the vice presi­ fer excess defense articles to the panied the Fiscal Year 2000 For­ FUNCINPEC party after Opposition leader Sam dent and the remainino- mem­ country and authorized $5 mil­ eign Operations Appropriations strongman Hun Sen 's coup Rainsy declared last week that bers would be draw~ from lion in foreign military financing Bill said that "the renewed secu­ against his co-premier and the his party would boycott local­ the three political parties with for fiscal years 2000 and 200 I . rity relationship between the Phil- party's leader, Prince level elections planned for seats in parliament. The governing section also en- Contmued on page 42 ASIA 26-MARIANAS V ARJETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10. 1999 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10,.1999 -MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-27 Border alert for bin Laden Despite WTO debacle, says !LO BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - ficer near the border, speaking on officer said ...It can be a rumor, Cambodia and planning a strike Worker rights still top priority A1111y units in northeastern Thai­ condition of anonymity, said there but we must be on alert and watch against the U.S. Embassy in land have been put on alert to had been no sign of bin Laden or for him." Phnom Penh. PHNOM PENH, Cambodia The end result has been that longer talking about whether manageable when you accept Cambodia is one of only two watch for terror suspect Osama his followers in the area, where Under the rumored scenario, Security has been stepped up at (AP) - International Labor Asian countries are taking a you should have different stan­ that you have a problem." Southeast Asian countries that bin Laden following reports he rumors last month suggested they bin Laden, whom the United the embassy, but there is no indi­ Organization officials insisted more progressive view toward dards for different regions," Cambodia was chosen to has signed all seven ILO con­ may be planning to attack the may be setting up a training base States accuses of bombing U.S. cation the rumors are true. U.S. Wednesday that workers' labor - especially child la­ Tapiola said. host the conference because ventions, and it has an unprec­ U.S. Embassy in neighboring with help from Thai Muslim sepa­ embassies in Africa in 1998, Embassy officials in Bangkok said rights remain a top priority bor - as long as their econo­ "Countries with problems of of its efforts to improve poor edented trade agreement with Cambodia. ratists. would be setting up a base near on condition of anonymity that for Asian economies despite mies can develop alongside child labor accept to deal with working conditions in an the United States that links A Thai a1111y intelligence of- "'We don't know for sure," the the borders of Thailand, Laos and there was no new info1111ation to clashes over the issue during the rights of workers. the problems," Tapiola said. economy built on cheap. un­ garment exports to improve­ the World Trade Organization "I am optimistic. We are no "The issue becomes much more skilled labor. ments in labor conditions. summit in Seattle. 'With dedication and perseverance, any dream is possible. Massive demonstrations and U.S. President Bill Clinton Bin Laden could not convince develop­ ceongratulations ing countries to put workers' confi1111 that bin Laden was in the rights on the WTO agenda last region. week. but they did succeed in "It's just best to take precau­ bringing the issue to the fore­ tions," said Col. Somkuan front, said Kari Tapiola, a Saenpattaranettr, spokesman for rights specialist with the ILO. the Thai a1111y. Bin Laden, a Saudi '"If there is frustration that exile believed to be living in Af­ the current mechanism that we ghanistan, is accused by the have for dealing with labor United States of masterminding rights ... is not sufficiently last year's U.S. embassy bomb­ strong, by all means it is logi­ ings in Kenya and Tanzania. The cal to try to strengthen it," r explosions killed 224 people. Tapiola said in an interview. The Thai-Cambodian border Wealthy nations such as the has been the historical base of United States contend that Cambodian gueffilla groups. tougher labor regulations are Though none are operational now, needed in world trade agree­ the border remains a remote, law­ ments because developing less area strewn with land mines countries' lax standards and exploited by smugglers. amount to an unfair trade ad­ and 'Warm 'Wishes .from all of us. Thailand's Muslim separatists vantage. occasionally explode small Developing countries be­ bombs, but their operations are lieve that cheap labor is one ~ t~ - confined to the extreme south of their few comparative ad­ along the border with Malaysia, vantages and do not want the From the staff and management of: -= where they have ethnic and reli­ issue taken from the ILO and International ~ gious ties. put under the purview of the MARIANAS Tel.: 234-7888 WTO, which can impose sanc­ Airlines,~ Fax: (670) 234-6939 Opium.now tions on trade violations. INT-ERNATIONAL e~mail: [email protected] . A proposal for the WTO and Travel ' . . the ILO to form a joint com­ ~ Beach Road, Garapan, P.O. Box 501217 Agent ~ ~ TRAVEL AGENCY Saipan MP 96950 grown1n mission on labor-trade issues went nowhere when talks col­ P.O. Box 331; Sa!pan, MP 96950. Network V (MITA) lapsed in Seattle, but Tapiola Telepliorie: 234-7658 : . . .. Thailand insisted that the shortcomings . Fax: 234-8720 of the WTO summit have not year-round hampered the work of the Geneva-based ILO. :JI smile, a compfimenf, andfrufy s.hooHn!J you care is a business's BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - "Independent of whatever Modem farming methods now happens on the trade side of allow the opium poppy, once cul­ the multilateral system, the formula for success. tivated only in winter, to grow all ILO will continue the promo­ year round, a Thai army drug ex­ tion of core labor standards," J.hank°you, pert said Wednesday. he said. Lt. Col. Charnchai "The fact that there is not . Noppawongse, head of the army's agreement in Seattle, if any­ ' special opium destruction center thing, it underlines the impor­ ~ based in northern Thailand, told tuncc of us doing this work The Associated Press that better properly in the ILO ... S A L O n irrigation systems and fertilizers !LO officials have gathered SALON have enabled hill tribes in the area in the Cambodian capital this to grow opium poppies year­ week along with government. ON YOUR round. business and labor represen­ MAYJ SUCCESS··.: . Mainland Southeast Asia is one tatives from more than 20 of the leading sources for opium, Asian nations for a regional ,: / AN'o the raw ingredient of heroin. seminar on workers' rights. ·.···G/4~ Thailand's opium production is ILO Regional Director relatively low compared to its Mitsuko Horiuchi said at the neighbor, Myanmar, also known opening of the seminar that ·. PROSPERIIY.:FdLLOW as Burma, one of the world's big­ the financial crisis thaterupled gest producers of opium and in Asia in 1997 gave an unex­ heroin. pected boost to workers' rights tyau ALW~YS~ Eradication and crop substitu­ as governments moved away tion programs mean less -land is from the cronyism and nepo­ used to grow opium, Charnchai tism in business. said, but production has not L· '1or leaders are reemerg­ dba: Esco's Bake House & Market dropped at the same rate because ing from the ashes of the cri­ (located on Capitol Hill) of the increase in yield. si; as countries such as Indo­ Lt. Col. Thawee Chaleewamn. nesia and South Korea liber­ PENA HOUSE BOUTIQUE CHECK our NEW ARRIVALS heud of the survey team at the alize the labor sector as part ''HoME OF THE PANT UBA" anti-drug center. said the army of economic reform plans SABLAN BLDG. 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'•,I'. ASIA 28-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY-DECEMBER 10. 1999 ______-·-- ____ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10. 1999 -MARI~NAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIE\l/~-29 Gov't defends grip on Suu Kyi According to Taiwan's Lee: BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - in the Dec. 17 issue of Asiaweek twice stopped for days on a road Wednesday. Daw is an honor­ US, Japan want Nationalist win A senior member of Myanmar's magazine as citing unspecified outside the capital last year when ific. military regime has told a news "terrorist threats" for the reason she tried to visit supporters "I have no personal animosity TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP)-The name in his speech to a large Lee also discounted the sur­ talk about them," Lee said. tion. The third main candidate magazine that the government the regime refuses to let Suu Kyi upcountry. toward her and it is my earnest United States, Japan and other crowd of flag-waving Nation­ veys that show the National­ "They (the polls) are just fool­ vying to replace him is former regards opposition leader Aung leave Myanmar's capital, Yangon. ''We regard Daw AungSan Suu hope that she will change her nations are worried that if illists dressed in matching red ists far behind. ing people." Taipei Mayor Chen Shui-bian San Suu Kyi as a ''little sister" and Suu Kyi, winner of the 1991 Kyi as a younger sister," Khin totally negative and confronta­ Taiwan's ruling Nationalist and white jackets. Instead, he "Everybody is so worried The 76-year-old president is of the Democratic Progressive said she should stop confronting Nobel Peace Prize, lives under Nyunt was quoted as telling tional attitude against us, which Party loses the presidential repeatedly referred to the can­ about the polls and afraid to retiring after the March elec- Party. authorities. tight restrictions in her homeland, Asiaweek. Extracts of the inter­ is also negatively affecting the election, Asia and the entire didate as "some person" and Lt. Gen. Khin Nyunt was quoted also known as Burma, and was view sent to news organizations entire nation," Khin Nyunt was world could become less criticized him for being vague stable, Taiwanese President about the key issues. Lee Teng-hui said Wednes­ Soong spokesman Yen day. Rong-chang said the candidate The president made his com­ didn't care about the Aung San Suu Kyi ments in a fiery speech at a president's criticisms. rally as pressure grows on his "We '11 let the voters decide quoted as saying. party to improve its what kind of person Song is," Suu Kyi, daughter of indepen-., candidate's showing in the Yen said. dence hero Aung San, was vaulted polls. Lee said that the United into the forefront of Myanmar's With about three months be­ States, Japan and other nations pro-democracy movement in fore the vote, Nationalist Vice consider the Nationalists, who 1988 when the army gmmed down President Lien Chan has been have ruled Taiwan for more thousands of protesters demand­ lagging in second or third than 50 years, to be a source ing an end to military rule. place in most surveys, far be­ of stability in the region. The military regards her as a hind the front-running inde­ He said that foreign govern­ traitor. Western countries have pendent candidate James ments are concerned that "if imposed sanctions against Soong. the Nationalist Party doesn't on your Myanmar, but the generals refuse Soong, once a top-ranking win the election, the stability all demands to hold a dialogue Nationalist, was expelled from and development of the entire with her. Human-rights groups the party last month for cam­ world and the Asian region" say hundreds of her supporters paigning against Lien. The could suffer. have been jailed .. Nationalists on Wednesday The United States has said it "There are no political prison­ purged 21 members who have would not endorse a candi­ ers in our country," Khin Nyunt supported Soong, a former date, and Lee did not say how l claimed. "Wedo not put people in Taiwan provincial governor. he knew that other nations .f prison because of their political Lee did not mention Soong's were backing his party. f beliefs .... That is an exaggerated number." When asked, the military typi­ 17 killed in gunbattles cally does not acknowledge put­ ting people in jail for, say, hand­ in east Sri Lankan town ing out leaflets but instead says they have violated a catchall na­ AMPARA, Sri Lanka (AP) Ampara in eastern Sri Lanka tional security act. - A bomb hidden in a motor­ is the region's main town, The army seized power in 1962 cycle exploded in an eastern about 200 kilometers ( 124 Sri Lankan town Wednesday, miles) east of Colombo. Garapan CentraJ Park and created a socialist state that injuring at least IO people, The rebels want to carve out Taiwanese President Lee Teng-hui (center) raises the arms of presidential candidate Lien Chan (left) and Tel. 233-4000 turned Myanmar into one of police and eyewitnesses said. a separate nation from the east­ his running mate Vincent Siew at the Nationalist Party rally Wednesday Taipei. Lee explained that the United Asia's poorest countries. TI1e cur­ States, Japan and other nations are worried that if Taiwan's ruling Nationalist Party loses the presidential Fax: 233-4002 ern and northern parts of the rent ruling generals have tried Seventeen others were ki lied election, instability will grow in Asia. AP market reforms, but a recent in gunbattles. country. World Bank report said the Those killed in the northern economy is mismanaged. battle zone included 13 guer­ Khin Nyunt reiterated the rillas and four soldiers who Your commitment and dedication is reflected in the service you provide to the community. military's long-standing line that died routine fighting between it has "no intention of holding on Tamil rebels and government to power for a long time." troops, military spokesman "Democracy would also come Nishantha Wadugodapitiya sooner rather than later if outside said in the capita! 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Clinton trade talks include the is;ue of called the market-opening deal workerrights and blamed the fail­ his administration reached last ure of last week's Seattle confer­ month with China "'a huge eco­ ence on wide differences between nomic benefit for the United the United States and its trading States." partners on other issues. But for.U .S. exporters to real­ In a wide-ranging news confer­ ize the benefits of China's offer ence Wednesday, Clinton prom­ to lower trade barriers, Con­ ised to wage an "all-out effort"' gress must make China's nor­ next year to win congressional mal trade status with the United approval of a measure granting Bill Clinton States permanent, removing the '-\ China permanent normal trading requirement that it be renewed The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. stands with other civil rights leaders on relations with the United States. over including U.S. insistence annually. \ the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tenn., on April 3, 1968, !; The president rejected the sug­ on environmental safeguards While AFL-CIO President Joh~ a day before he was assassinated at approximately the same spot. gestion that his insistence on in­ and worker rights in future talks Sweeney has pledged to work hard From left are Hosea Williams, Jesse Jackson, King, and Ralph Abernathy. AP clusion of worker rights in future did not cause the failure of the to defeat the China measure, U.S. trade negotiations was done to Seattle talks. He said negotia­ ChamberofCommerce President MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A win the backing of labor unions tors never got to those issues Thomas Donohue said business jury hearing a wrongful death law­ for Vice President Al Gore's presi­ because of big differences in groups would be engaged in their suit filed by the Rev. Martin dential campaign. other areas including agricul­ own lobbying campaign in sup­ Luther King Jr. 's family found The l 35-nation World Trade ture, anti-dumping provisions port the administration. Wednesday that the civil rights Organization was unable to and the Third World's unhappi­ Donohue said it would be made Workers con~truct scaffolding for a structure to be used in celebrations leader was the victim of a vast launch a new round of global ness at the speed with which very clear to lawmakers that cor­ of Macau's return to Chinese sovereignty, in Beijing's Tiananmen murder conspiracy, not a lone as­ trade talks in Seattle du;ing a they were being required to porate campaign donors will be Square Wednesday. Macau, currently a Portuguese territory, will be sassm. conference overshadowed \y lower their trade barriers. watching how this vote turns out. returned to China on December 20. AP The family had sued Loyd huge street demonstrations '"It's very important that you "If you are absent on the China Jowers, a retired Memphis busi­ against the WTO. understand that there were real vote, it will get very expensive nessman who claimed six years Clinton said disagreements differences that we thought we politically," Donohue said. Activist wants ago that he paid someone other than James Earl Ray to kill King. The family's lawyer claimed that Martin Luther King Jr. Beijing out of WTO the government, the Mafia and the military were involved. complex to be carried out by one WASHINGTON (AP)-China will not bring openness to China. After three hours of delibera­ person. "We all thought it was would make an unreliable partner "The Chinese Communist Party tions, the jury of six blacks and kind of a cut-and-dried case, with in the World Trade Organization is fundamentally threatened by six whites awarded the Kings just the evidence that Pepper brought and does not deserve permanent any popular group," he said, even $ I 00 in damages. forth that there were a lot of people Telephone (670): 235-1888 normal trade status with the United by ''middle-age women orga­ The family had asked for a to­ involved, everyone from the CIA, States, fonner Chinese political nized to practice meditation ex­ ken amount because what they military involvement in it-Jowers prisoner Harry Wu told a con­ ercises in the park." wanted most was for the jury to was involved in it, we felt," he All product direct from U.S.A. gressional panel Wednesday. Wu said democracy protesters find evidence of a conspiracy and said. Harry Wu also accused the are not the only ones subject to lend support to their call fora new Lewis Garrison, Jowers' law­ Assorted Clinton administration of ignor­ arrest and torture. He said ac­ investigation into the killing. yer, told the jurors that while they Design ing human rights in favor of trade cepting China into the trading 'Tm just so happy to see that could reasonably conclude King T-Shirt and foreign investment. agreement and granting Beijing the people have spoken," King's was the victim of a conspiracy, "Perhaps one day the United pennanent normal trade status son Dexter said. "This is what his client's role was minor at best. States will try to promote human with the United States would be ., we've always asked for." Ray In 1993, Jowers said on ABC­ 3 for rights in China with the same zeal giving communist leaders ··a '\ confessed to killing King and was TV that he hired King's killeras a it seeks market access," Wu said green light to abuse their citi­ sentenced to 99 years in prison. favortoanunderworldfigurewho at a hearing of the House Interna­ zens." ' S10.oo He spent the rest of his life -=-,1 tional Relations subcommittee on The White House is working to claiming to be innocent and try­ human rights. "I hope so." win congressional approval for ing to get a trial. He died from The hearing was intended to China's acceptance into the liver disease last year. Ray's guilty l give Congress an early start on WTO. But all the witnesses at the plea was upheld eight times by 1 what is likely to be one of next hearing opposed the idea. state and federal courts. A con­ j year's most contentious issues, A Asked why no free-trade ad­ gressional committee concluded WTO opponent, Lori Wallach, vocates testified, the subcommit­ in 1978 that Ray was the killer but president of Global Trade Watch, tee chairman, Republican Rep. he may have had help before or Embroidered told lawmakers that nothing in Chris Smith of New Jersey, said. after the assassination. WTO rules requires that Congress ·They could have come if they The committee did not find any wanted." He said the committee Tank Top give China permanent normal government involvement in the would schedule administrations trade status. murder. William Pepper, the Kings' The classification, once known witnesses at future sessions. $9.00 lawyer, told the jury that Jowers, as "most-favored nation" status, Few committee members at­ 73, was part of a conspiracy in­ /ea. now is granted on an annual basis. tended the hearing, held during volving the Mafiaand agentsof the Wu, organizer of a campaign the congressionat year-end re~ federal government to kill King against Chinese slave labor cess as a follow-up to the col­ Children Shirts because of his opposition to the camps, said economic progress lapsed WTO talks in Seattle. 1 w/Print Vietnam War and plans for a huge ..

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by raising $5,000 in 20 different states in contributions of no more than $250- butas a Republican. search for bodies Now that he's seeking the Reform Party nomination. the WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) - question is whether he is still Firefighters sifted ash and soot eligible for matching funds, or through a screen Wednesday in must he repeat the qualification hopes of finding anything - a but­ process. ton, a badge, a body part - that And. if he must requalify for could lead them to the bodies of matching funds, can his previ­ their comrades, still missing in the ous contributors donate again? smoldering ruins of an abandoned Many already have given the warehouse. Pat Buchanan maximum $1,000 to his now­ For days, around the clock, they defunct GOP campaign. have been engaged in the dirty, WASHINGTON (AP) - Pat Buchanan's co-chairwoman and grim and tedious task in the shadow Buchanan's decision to run for treasurer, Bay Buchanan, said of the five-story building, where president as a Reform Party can­ she expected the FEC to grant Sen. John McCain addresses supporters with a model of an A-1 Skyraider hanging overhead, aboard the six firefighters perished Friday .. didate has raised doubts as to the campaign all of its matching USS Intrepid Tuesday in New York. AP Only two bodies have been recov­ whether he will receive the hun­ funds. ered. Behind the men Wednesday dreds of thousands of dollars in "The key is the matching funds was a 10-footpileof soot still need­ taxpayer funds he was entitled to all go to the candidate, not to the ing to be sifted. Firefighters continue the search for missing firefighters in the fire­ party," she said. "You can't have McCain denies donations "We still have four of our broth­ as a Republican contender. gutted Worcester Cold Storage & Warehouse building in Worcester, The issue is before the Federal candidates just changing parties ers in there," fire Lt Don Courtney Mass. Tuesday. AP Election Commission, which is and picking up additional con­ said. "We want them back." Two expected to reach a decision this tributions." tied to vote on mergers of the firefighters were killed in day to involuntary manslaughter a hand-written placard in the win­ month, in time to tell the Trea­ On the Democratic side, Friday night's blaze after going and were ordered held on $ I mil­ dow, "Families." sury Department how much former Sen. Bill Bradley already NEW HA VEN, Conn. (AP) - mergers. Spokesman Howard on May 26 and within two weeks, inside to rescue any homeless lion bail. The area around the Volunteers from the Salvation money to distribute afterthe first has reached his fund-raising Republican presidential candidate Opinsky said McCain indicated 10 AT&T executives had made people who might have been in­ charred warehouse has sprung to Army and the Red Cross provide of the year to candidates accept­ goal, collecting $25 million for John McCain denied Wednesday he had made up his mind on the maximum $1,000 contributions side. After the firefighters became life, with a tent city in a parking lot hot meals and snacks for the hun­ ing federal matching funds. his presidential campaign that donations from telecommu­ issue long before the donations each to McCain's presidential engulfed in black smoke, they radi­ to support the search by hundreds dreds offirefighters who have been Buchanan campaign officials against Vice President Al Gore nications executives influenced were made. McCain was respond­ campaign. oed "Mayday!" of firefighters. at the scene around the clock. Other said they expect to get the same with less than a month remain­ legislation he introduced that ing to a citizen-watchdog study Employees of two Baby The four otr,er firefighters died The crisp blue and white tents tents offer counseling and mas­ amount of money they would ing before the end of the year. would strip the Federal Commu­ Tuesday that questioned his ties Bells, US West and BellSouth, coming to their aid. Authorities give the area the look of a summer sages. have gotten had he remained a More than $1 million of the nication Commission ofits power to AT&T. are among McCain's top five believe a homeless couple who festival. But the mood is somber. There are cots for napping, but Republican, but FEC officials amount came from contributions to approve telecom mergers. The Center for Public Integrity contributors, according to the lived in the warehouse started the The workers wear black ribbons. rest does not come easy. "lnis huge and election law experts say via the Internet. "The position that I took was noted that former Rep. Vin We­ Center for Responsive Poli­ fire when they knocked over a A sign posted on one tent reads city has developed," said District they don't know what the six­ The campaign also expects to long before I received the contri­ ber, a McCain campaign adviser tics, which studies political candle during an argument. "Search Dogs." And a red Fire Fire Chief James Callery. "It's a member commission will de­ qualify for $1 D million in fed­ butions. That's a fact," said the who lobbies for AT&T, was co­ giving. The two pleaded i1U1ocent Tues- Department bus parked nearby has miracle. cide. eral matching funds by year's Arizona senator, chairman of the host for a $120,000 fund-raising The biggest contributors are the ··It's not a slam dunk," said end. Senate Commerce Committee, event for the senator two months employees of Viacom, which is election lawyer Kenneth Gross. "In particular, the increase in which oversees the communica­ before he introduced the legisla­ waiting for government permis­ .. The bottom line is that the regu­ donations at the grassroots level tions industry. tion. Two days after that event, sion to merge with CBS. AT&T lations simply did not contem­ has really pushed our fund rais­ The McCain campaign could McCain hinted he would try to employees rank eighth. "I did not plate this situation and there's ing to help us meet our goal atan not immediately say when he first strip the FCC of its role in approv­ take the position a.s a result of no clear answer." Buchanan earlier time," Bradley spokes­ took the position that the FCC ing mergers. those contributions," he told re­ qualified for the matching funds man Tony Wyche said. should no longer approve the He introduced the legislation porters. "It's simply not true." Opinsky said McCain has taken many po­ sitions favored and opposed by the telecom industry and any at­ tempt to tie a donation to a legis­ e lative action by the senator has no merit. Although contributions came soon after introduction of the leg­ islation, Opinsky said the senator "indicated that he made up his I YCO CORPORATION mind long before he received the contributions." 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(670) 234-9083/9084 President Clinton said Wednes­ day he opposes cutting off U.S. Fax No. (670) 234-1240 aid to Russia because of its mili­ GUAM 477°7861•5 • SAIPAN 322-1212 tary campaign in Chechnya. • t • • • • I ' • 1, ,o.,' • • • •• • • ...,. ~ I NORTH/LATIN AMERICA FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-35 34-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY-DECEMBER 10, 1999 \ Clinton discusses Chavez won't temper rhetoric MATURIN, Venezuela(AP)­ tween millions of poor people who in the economy. Chavez says it many who swarmed around and }APPY BIRTHDAYJ Comparing his opponents to see Chavez as a sa.vior and wealthy will strengthen Venezuela's dis­ tried to touch him. screaming pigs, President Hugo elites who fear he wants to im­ credited democracy, help clean up Chavez's arms and hands were Cuban boy custody Chavez said Wednesday that he pose a communist regime. some of the world's worst conup­ covered with scratches inflicted by won't tone down his fiery rheto­ Critics say the constitution will tion, protect human rights and en­ admirers during rallies over the last WASHINGTON (AP) - Presi­ ric and that his "peaceful revolu­ concentrate power in Chavez's courage economic development. few days. Nearby in the large open dent Clinton said he hopes U.S. tion" is marching ahead. hands, reduce civilian control of Dressed in combat fatigues, lot, soldiers ran a "people's mar­ MIKO&GUA and Cuban officials will not allow With a national referendum on the military and lead to censor­ Chavez addressed thousands of ket" selling meat, potatoes, onions, "politics or threats" to decide the the centerpiece of his radical re­ ship and heavy state intervention supporters Wednesday, including carrots and other products. fate of a 6-year-old Cuban boy form program - a new constitu­ caught in an international custody tion - a week away, Chavez has dispute. been stepping up attacks on oppo­ He rejected cutting off Ameri­ nents. That has stoked criticism can aid to Russia in retaliation for TICKETS- A.RE ON SALE NOW! that he is polarizing the country. Hugo Chavez its brutal campaign against the At a rally in this oil-producing Chechen rebels. town in eastern Venezuela, He contends that a "rancid oli­ In an hour-long news confer­ Chavez said of his opponents, garchy" of politicians, business­ ence, Clinton summed up the "They're the abusers and now men, media owners and church - achievements and disappointments they're screaming like a truck­ officials have turned this oil-rich of a year that began with the im­ load of pigs." Chavez, a former nation into a wasteland of poverty ·~e~~~;~"·~~;a-~. peachment trial and neared its close paratrooper who led a failed 1992 andcorruption. Theproposedcon­ VolkSW01i:er(Bqg · · · ·· · with demonstrators rioting in Se­ coup in the name of the poor, was ,J stitution was drawn up by his sup­ attle against his trade policies. elected president a year ago in a porters. Of the failed attempt by Repub­ landslide. It has set off fierce debate be- 1st Prize: . licans in Congress to remove him 2 Rouncl Trip tickets to Bali on Continental because of his involvement with a Elain Gonzalez, 6, is led by a relative as he leaves the home where he Airlines.and 3-night stay at Bali Hyatt 6th Prize: from:OCTOPUSARMYSTAFF 2-night sray at Hyatt Regency is staying in Miami Wednesday. Elian has become the center of 2nd Prize: young intern, Clinton said, "The controversy in a diplomatic tug-of-war between Cuba and the United · Saipan's Presidential Suite mistake I made was self-inflicted." Five acquitted in Round Trip ticket to Hong Kong on Asiana airlines (tommonllmltl) of tl)e ~ortl)em :ffiariana 3li,lanl.lli States. AP and 3-night stay at Nyatt Regency Hong Kong 7th Prize: As for 1999, he said he was 3-nighr stay at Grand liyalt COMMONWEALTH DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY decide the boy's fate. Clinton said. 3rd Prize: Fukuoka, Japan Wakin's Bldg .. Gualo Rai. Tel. 234-7\4517146'6293 "profoundly disappointed" that Round Trip. ticker to.Korea on Asi;ina Airlines and Saipan, MP 96950 --Saidthecountry'sracialprob­ alleged Castro plot 8th Prize: Congress rejected some of his ini­ He suggested that officials in J-night stay at Grand Hyatt Seoul " ]-night stay ,11 Hyall Regency Cheju, Kore;, tiatives, but overall, 'Tm gratified both nations "try to take as much Iems "will stay at the center of my dents against Castro's commu­ 4th PUBLIC NOTICE Prize: · 9th Prize: 0 December 7, 1999 political steam out ofit as possible" concerns," even though he has yet Round Trip ticket to Japan on Japan Airlin~.s and by what was accomplished." nist government. J-night st,,y at Hyatt Regency Pusan, Korea for the child's sake. Discussing a to release the report on race that he 3-night stay at Hyatt Regency Osak,1 PURSUANT TO PUBLIC LAW 8-41, SECTION 11, GOVERNOR PEDRO P. He cited: an agreement under Cleared of conspiracy charges 10th TENORIO AND LT. GOVERNOR JESUS R. SABLAN, THROUGH THE CDA promised more than a year ago. He 5th Prize: Prize: which China could enter the World variety of topics, Clinton also: Wednesday were Jose Antonio ]-night stay at Hyalt Regency Manila, Philippines BOARD OF DIRECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVING NOTICE THAT THE BOARD said he is rewriting the draft. "I 2 Round Trip tickets to Guam on Continental Airlines OF DIRECTORS OF THE COMMONWEALTH DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Trade Organization, the start of --Said that even though Vice Llamas, a director of the influen­ and 3-night stay at Nyatt Regency Guam And more ... (CDA) WILL RECONVENE ITS MEETING OF NOVEMBER 23. 1999 ON FRI­ peace talks on thefutureof Cyprus, President Al Gore is away a lot don't want to put it out unless I tial Miami-based Cuban Ameri­ DAY, DECEMBER I 0, 1999 AT I 0:00 A.M. AT THE CDA CONFERENCE ROOM, think it can make a difference." - WAKIN'S BUILDING, GUALORAI, SAIPAN. a conventional forces agreement pursuing the Democratic presiden­ can National Foundation; Angel with Moscow, and "debt relief for tial nomination, he remains an ac­ Seemed genuinely surprised when Manuel Alfonso; Angel AGENDA: a reporter pointed out that, despite I. PRELIMINARY MATfERS the poorest countries of the world." tive player in Clinton administra­ Hernandez Rojo; Francisco I. Roll Call Clinton also seized the opportu­ tion decisions. --Said he is look­ his administration's record for hir­ Secundino Cordova and Jose Hyatt Regency Saipan Presents II. ADOPTION OF AGENDA nity to announce that Israel and ing forward to living in the new ing minorities, only whites had Ill. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Rodriguez Sosa. $10 EACH IV. REPORTS home he and first lady Hillary filled the top seven jobs on his : Syria have agreed to resume peace If convicted, the men could HYATI INTERNATIONAL BOOKLllSO~fifURIVS1 S.5U.UU ,_ - I. Fund's Availability Report negotiations. Rodham Clinton purchased in White House staff. have faced up to life in prison. 2. Chairman's.'Executive Director's Report The Myall Regency S.1ip.111 in ,iccordnncu Chappaqua, N.Y. "I never thought about those CHARITY EVENT: 1 3. Comminees' Report Talks are set to start next week in Although there have been many with Hy.Ht International I fotels, is r,1ising S2 million 4. Manager's Report · - which she referred to as "my seven jobs to the exclusion of oth­ Fidel Castro V. OLD BUSINESS Washington. Asked about the Cu­ reported attempts on Castro's life 11 to build 1hc Chi)dren's Village for orph.11wd, I. Loan Guaranty Agreement ban boy, Clinton said there are house" when she confirmed that ers," Clinton said. Clinton prom­ SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - including some allegedly spon­ Children of the World underprivileged ;rnd sick children oi lht• world, 2. FY '99 Financial Audit difficult decisions that must be she would run for the U.S. Senate. ised to pursue in 2000 one legisla­ Every child deservlis a cl1,rnn•, a~ till• Lhildrc11 SBA Micro Loan Program -A federal jury on Wednesday sored by the U.S. government - it 11 of today wi II bccomt• 1he l1•,1ders of tnrnmrow 3. He said he is reconciled to living tive goal he failed to attain in 1999: Charity Sweepstakes VI. NEW BUSINESS made on whether Elian Gonzalez acquitted five Cuban exiles of was the first trial in the United With every purchasl~ of ,l S\\·eC'p~takcs lickc1, I. CPA Loan will live in the United States with apart from his wife temporarily. tighter gun restrictions. charges that they conspired to States for an alleged plot against yuu will help ,l child rl.!ach their potenti.11. VII. DCDMATTERS The president said his adminis­ Tidct~ m,1y !it• 11urcl1,1~l'tl .11 all liy,11! rL'SIJur,111ts, !·kip build the Children's Village wilh a purchase 1. Loan Status his late mother's relatives or in "It's not the best arrangement in assassinate Fidel Castro. It was him. DJ's CornN .rnd front Dl"il... ,\l5n :1v.1il,1hle of ,1 ticket tod.1y. VIII. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS Cuba with his biological father. the world, but it is something we tration is considering a lawsuit the first time that such charges Three of the accused were on a ;H lhL• Cl-I( Vol11ntl'l'f~ Giit Sliup. IX. OTHER MATTERS against gun manufacturers to re­ X. ADJOURNMENT "I think all fathers would be sym­ can live with for a year,"he said. - had ever been brought in the yacht stopped by the U.S. Coast pathetic" to sentiments of Elian' s Sought to assure Americans that cover costs ofgun violence in pub­ United States. Guard off Puerto Rico on Oct. 27, All interested persons are welcome to attend and to submit wrinen or oral testimony be lic housing in hopes of getting the on the above agenda items. (Note: Pursuant to Public Law 8-41, Section I 3(a)(7) and father, Juan Miguel Gonzalez, U.S. interests would not hurt The jury of eight women and 1997. Section 13(c), the Board may vote to meet in executive session). Clinton said, but "what is best for when the Panama Canal's opera­ industry to "stop irresponsible mar­ four men delivered its verdict in Prosecutors say three other men the child" is the highest concern. tions are taken over by the govern­ keting practices." its second day of deliberations, helped organize the plot in Mi­ ls/JUAN S. TENORIO Chairman, CDA Board of Directors "I don't think that politics or ment of Panama, with help from a He noted that one company was dealing a blow to U.S. prosecu­ ami, but U.S. DistrictJudge Hec­ threats should have anything to do company in Hong Kong. "I feel marketing a weapon by touting the tors who claimed the defendants tor Laffitte dismissed charges with it and, if I have my way, it comfortable that our commercial fact it is difficult to get fingerprints had conspired to kill Castro dur­ against one of them. A fourth STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION won't," Clinton said, but he also and security interests can be pro­ off it. "You don't have to be all ing a 1997 summit in Venezuela. man on the boat will be tried PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM said he did not think he should tected under this arrangement," broke out with brilliance to figure The decision drew cheers from later because he has cancer. out what the message is there," the defendants' supporters at a When the Coast Guard Clinton said. crowded U.S. courthouse in Sm1 searched the yacht, La Clinton also said he thought it Juan. Defense lawyers had ,u-­ faperanza, they found two .50- would be a mistake for the United gued during the three-week trial . caliber sniper rifles, ammuni­ States to cut off aid to Russia be­ The CNMI Public School System is sol1ciling lrom firms inlerested in providi,1g to the Public School To all MAFEAns, that the men wanted to help mem­ tion, night-vision goggles, ra­ Systems Speech and Language Pathology Services lor children from birth to 5 years old, Occupa­ cause of its military campaign in bers ofCastro's entourage defect dios and satellite navigation lional Therapy Services for children from birth to 21 years old, and Educational Psychology Ser­ Chechnya. vices lor children from 6 to 21 years old who are eligible to receive Special Education and Related from the summit. equipment. The men claimed Services. The Prc,posal package requirements is now available at the PSS Procurement & Supply The Marianas Association of Filipino Engineers and Architects He said most U.S. assistance fi­ Repeatedly, they emphasized they needed the weapons to pro­ Office situated on the 3rd floor of the Nauru Building, Susupe, Saipan, MP during regular worl

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/sl jOSEPH P. ROSARIO isl DR. JOAQUIN TENORIO isl HERMANS. SABLAN Acting fecretary of Public Works Secretary of Lands & Nat. Resources Director, Procurement & Supply MIDDLE EAST VIEWS-39 38-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 1D, J999 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1999-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND Bar m1gers settlers Iraq evicts thousm1ds JERUSALEM (AP) - Finally, Palestinians said that gesrure a National Religious Party legis­ cut a deal with the Palestinians. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) - Au­ lished in the state-run weekly, AI­ Public utilities in Baghdad are forces out of Kuwait. Many opt for residence in the While Baghdad suffers power Palestinians and Jewish settlers was all but meaningless, since it lator, told army radio. Barak deliberately put together thorities have evicted from Ilam. relatively better than in other parts capital because of\ack of security \l can agree on something: They're would have no effect on the con­ Later, the party appeared to a broad-based coalition to Baghdad more than 4,000 fami­ The statement did not say when of the country - particularly the outages of just four hours a day, in their areas particularly in the both plenty mad at Israeli Prime struction spree now under way. back away from its threat after strengthen his position in antici­ lies who migrated to the capital the deportations started nor how battered provinces in the south, the blackouts may last up to 20 south, where the United States Minister Ehud Barak. "It is impossible to continue Barak met with party leader pation of eventually bringing a after fleeing their southern towns many people 4,000 families con­ which bore the brunt of Iraq's hours in the provinces. U.N. trade and Britain police a no-fly zone A settler-backed party briefly with these negotiations ... while Yitzhak Levy and reassured him peace treaty for parliamentary during the 1991 PersianGulfWar, stituted. 1980-1988 war with Iran and the sanctions, imposed.for Iraq's 1990 ostensibly toprotectthecountry's threatened Wednesday to bolt settlement (building) still goes that building in the settlements approval. the Interior Ministry said in a state­ It said eight committees, made 1991 Persian Gulf War against a invasion of Kuwait, have crippled Shiite minority from attacks by from Barak's governing coalition on," said Faisal Husseini, the top would continue. Even if the party The government and its critics ment published Wednesday. up of officials from the security U.S.-led coalition that drove Iraqi the country's infrastructure. Iraqi armed force. because he has pledged to slow PLO official in Jerusalem. carried out its threat, it would not do not even agree on the amount Thousands more are expected to forces and the ruling Baath party, furure settlement expansions in Even as Palestinians rejected be enough to bring down Barak' s of new construction going on. be forced to leave the city, the have been set up to survey the West Bank and Gaza Strip. Barak's offer, the pro-settlement coalition, which holds 68 seats in Barak says he has authorized the statement said. It gave no figures Baghdad's nearly 5.4 million And the Palesti,nians - who had National Religious Party raised the 120-member Knesset. building of 1,800 new apartments, and did not give a timeframe. people to see who is eligible to already walked away from the the prospect of pulling out of But such a defection would but the Israeli watchdog group The migrant families had stay. bargaining table to protest a spurt Barak's coalition. "If ... we are leave the prime minister more Peace Now puts the figure at3,l 96 moved to the capital illegally and Under a 1994 law, only those Ehud Barak of settlement construction since talking about a near-total freeze, vulnerable to pressure from other units - more than the yearly aver­ their presence "has had an obvi­ people who came to Baghdad be­ ous impact on Baghdad's eco­ fore 1991 have the right to stay. A the prime minister took office - ernment over the emotionally we will not be able to stay in such small parties in his government - age under Barak's hard-line pre­ rebuffed that promise as inad­ charged issue of settlements had a government," Sh~1.Ii Yahalom, and perhaps curtail his freedom to decessor, Benjamin Netimyahu. nomic and social situation," a round of deportations was held in equate, instead demanding an been months in the making. ministry spokesman was quoted 1995 but authorities say thousands immediate and total building Almost daily, bulldozers can as saying in the statement pub- of families sneaked back. USED CARS SALE freeze. be seen carving up tacky West.:·· The flap was all the more em­ Bank hillsides on the outskirts of barrassing because it came as sprawling, red-roofed Jewish 1991 BUICK CENTURY ABA-217 1995 ?':t'.'1 Barak was playing host to Secre­ settlements. 1991 BUICK REGAL AAT-097 2sr Qo..:,.~= tary of State Madeleine Albright, For Palestinians, the din of ham­ 1991 FORD CROWN VICTORIA AAV-213 on a visit he had hoped would 259~.~-- mering and sawing heralds a threat 19d9 BMW AB0-853 3595 showcase the peacemaking efforts to their aspirations for statehood 1995 TAURUS WAGON ABC-366 6595 that have been the centerpiece of even as they try to negotiate its CADILLAC FLEETWOOD ABF-878 9995 his 5-month-old administration. terms. But the outbreak of hos ti Ii ties over On Monday - the day after TOYOTA SEDANS settlements wasn't all that sur­ Barak' s government infuriated the 1997 CAMRY ABL-095 prising. Palestinians by announcing the 1996 CAMRY ABU-852 From the very day he was approval of another 500 homes in 1995 CAMRYXLE ABA-877 12995 elected. Barak has walkeo a tight­ two large West Bank settlements 1994 CAMRYXLE AAX-869 10495 rope on the issue. On the one - the senior Palestinian negotiator 1992 CAMRYXLE ABL-341 6495 hand, he longs to become the Is­ for wide-ranging so-called final 1992 CAMRYXLE AB0-173 6995 raeli leader who at last makes status talks said his team would 1991 CAMRY LE AAZ-411 2595 peace with the Palestinians, who no longer discuss anything ex­ 1991 CAMRY ABB-471 .W95 insist that the 144 Jewish settle­ cept settlements. 1991 CAMRY AAW-175 2995 ments in the West Bank and Gaza That effectively brought those 1990 CAMRY TAXI-756 J.195 Strip -home to more than 200,000 negotiations to a halt, and threw 1990 CAMRY TAXl-639 3995 settlers - are illegal. into doubt the prospects for meet­ 1996 CELICA GT IJB ABF-248 13495 On the other, the prime minis­ ing an ambitious Feb. 13 deadline 1994 CELI CA GT IJB AB0-002 10995 ter has made settler advocates an for agreeing on the broad outlines C99-001 1996 COROLLA ACA-232 9995 important political partner - and of an overall peace treaty. U99-208 1995 COROLLA ABU-921 6995 acknowledges that he findsitpain­ The next day, seeking to bring OTHER SEDANS ful to part with any of the biblical the Palestinians back to the nego­ Land of Israel. Although the cur­ tiations, Barak promised to hold 1991 NISSAN 240SX 2llR COUPE AAZ-392 6595 rent crisis blew up only hours off on approving any new build­ 1991 NISSAN SENTRA ABD-123 2995 US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright (left) shakes the hand of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat during 1996 ACCORD EX ABD-747 before Albright's arrival in the ing until March. But he said their meeting Wednesday in the West bank town of Ramal/ah. Secretary Albright announced to the press 12495 region, a confrontation between projects already in progress would that Israel and Syria have agreed to resume peace negotiations. AP 1995 HONDA CIVIC TAXI-642 5695 Palestinians and the Barak gov- continue. 1990 HONDA ACCORD ABD-992 3995 1992 DIAMANTE AAX-706 4595 1992 DIAMANTE AAW-358 7495 Israel, Syria to hold talks in D.C. 1991 PRELUDE 6995 WASHINGTON (AP) - Israel to see progress on Israeli-Pales­ Clinton said the Israeli-Syr­ 1996 INTREPID ABW-502 9995 and Syria have agreed to resume tinian peace talks. During ian talks would resume in Wash­ 1996 SO'.'IATA ABD-517 7495 peace negotiations, President Albright's Mideast mission, she ington for one or two days next 1997 MIRAGE ACA-651 7495 Clinton announced, cautioning brought Barak a clarification of week between Barak and Syrian PICK-UP TRUCKS that "success is not inevitable" the Syrian position on a broad Foreign Minister Farouk al­ 1993 4,2 EX-CAB but that peace appeared to be range of issues. Sharaa, and then return to the re­ Iraqis d?ing their daily shopping normally on Monday at al-Shorja ABH-917 -1695 "within our grasp." '"There clearly is a unique op­ gion. market m Baghdad, regardless of the halt of oil exports by their 1991 4,.1 EX-CAB AAS-327 4995 I907 Tl00-h2 !J(Jt),5 Clinton said the talks, to start pornmity," the Israeli prime min­ .. These negotiations will be government. Iraq suspended exports in reaction to a U.N. decision ABC-490 extending its oil-for-food deal for only one week. AP next week in Washington, will ister said today. "We have so many high-level, comprehensive, and S rP

FRANCISCO MANALO . . . . U.S. and European leaders criticiz­ Putin did not say whether the too afraid to leave their homes, and .Enzyme cure. planned attack had been called off some refugees who fled said that ~ ...... ~ ing the plan as inhumane and urg­ for autism . . . CABRERA ing Russia to back down. and did not deny that the leaflets many who remained hadn't even :may not work Interior Minister _Vladimir had been dropped. 'The statement seen the leaflets. DEATHandFUNERALANNOUNCEMENT Cordially invite our family, Rushailo visited the village of aims to avert civilian casualties Larisa Khutsiyeva, a refugee relatives and friends to join us Pervomaiskaya, northwest of and to lessen the federal losses as from Al khan-Yurt outside Grozny, (AP)-An enzyme hailed by par­ m prayers as we commemorate Grozny, and said Wednesday that a much as possible," he said described Tuesday how Russian ents of some autistic children as a the 1st Anniversary Rosary of conidor was being established and Gen. Viktor Kazantsev, troops advanced on her village, possible miracle cure worked no BLAND INA MUNA DELA CRUZ Better Known as our beloved husbana, father and grandfather. would open Saturday. The route Russia's military commander in seizing fighting-age men. better than a placebo in its first two will remain open as long as needed, Chechnya, said Tuesday that the Most people were living in base­ rigorous studies. But just being part "Blandinan Manet Lasso" of Tinian Guam Nightly Rosary Schedule: without any deadlines, Rushailo leaflets were aimed at the Chechen ments, with dead relatives piled in of a study helped some of the chil­ Santa Teresita Church, Mangilao at 7:00 p.m. beginning said. militants, not civilians. He indi­ corners, she said. Women and chil­ dren greatly. Boru: June 02, 1924-Saipan Died: December 06, 1999-Tinian Sunday Dec. 5, 1999 through Dec. 13, 1999. Memorial Mass Meanwhile, Prime Minister cated the deadline was still set for dren tried to shield the men from 'There seems to be a significant 13, at 6:30 placebo effect, but no difference on De~. 1999 p.m., at Santa Teresita Church, Vladimir Putin said the warning Saturday. Russian soldiers. In her passing, she now joins her: Mangilao. Dinner will be served nightly. was intended to save civilians still "This is a warning to bandits; Russian bombs frequently rain betweensecretinandplacebo,"said Father & Mother: Vicente Sablan & Soledad Cabrera Muna in Grozny and criticized Western the deadline was set for them," down on Grozny and the surround­ Dr. Adrian D. Sandler, lead author Father & Mother-In-Law: Pedro S:ilas & Dolores Lizama Dela Cruz Tinian Nightly Rosary Schedule: nations for questioning Russia's Kazantsev said Tuesday, without ing villages, so "people can't even of a study published in Thursday's Daughters: Ignacia M. Dela Cruz, Soledad DLC. Santos & Dolores M. Dela Cruz Petra & Henry Cabrera Residence at 8:00 p.m., Dec. 5-12. motives. indicating how the civilians in walk from one house to the next," New England Journal ofMedicine. 1999. Mass of Intention, Dec. 13. San Jose Church at 6:00 a.m. Grandchildren: Ray Anthony DLC. Santos; Joseph DLC. Santos; "I have not heard of any ultima­ Grozny would escape harm in a she said after reaching the nearby The findings "strongly suggest Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at Petra & Henry Cahrera Residence. Elpedia DLC. Santos & John DLC. Santos. massive bombing raid. town of Achkoi-Martan. that secretin should not be recom­ Son-In-Law: Henry C. Santos Dinner will bt: served after the rosary. tums made to the Chechen popula­ tion of G.rozny. I have heard of a Grozny has an estimated 6,000 Putin said Russia would not seek mended to treat autism until the Brothers & Sisters-In-Law: Juan C. & Ana Q. Mendiola; Vicente C. & statement of our military concern­ militants and anywhere from a political solution with the results ofour other ongoing studies Rosa Mendiola; Jose C. & Cannen G. Muna; Kindly Join Us 15,000 to 40,000 civilians. Many Chechens unless they tum over are known," said Dr. Duane Gabina M. Muna; Ramon C. Muan; Soledad DLC. & ing the future of civilians remain­ Francisco Cabrera; Ana DLC. & Jesus Manalo; Vicente Cruz; THE FAMILY ing there," he said Tuesday. of the noncombatants have been some militant leaders. Alexander, director of the National Maria DLC. Semes & Magdalena Lieto Institute of Child Health and Hu­ man Development, which spon­ Her Loving Memories will remain in the Hearts of Her: sored that study. Husband: Manuel Lizama Dela Cruz (Lasso) ofTinian Thousands of parents have Children & Spouses, Grandchildren, (Great-Grandchildren:) & Great-Great Grandchild: Soledad DLC. & Henry C. Santos (deceased); G2briel & Grace Santos ofTinian-(Tara, Savana, Genevie & Gabriel, Jr.); Henry & Marian Santos of hunted for doctors willing to give Tin!an; Josephine & Walter Alvarez of Sinajana, Guam (Walter, Jr., Henry John, Neil, Carlina & Soledad Blandina); Josepha & Jesse C. Perez of their autistic children intravenous M~1te, Guam-(Warrcn John & _Renae '?.bagu-Rya_n, Wayne Jennaine, Wally, Wells & Wa~n Jr.); Ra~ond ~ Nita Santos of Sinajana, Guam­ MESSAGE OF APPRECIATION doses of secretin - a digestive en­ (N11Jisha, Rayann, Ryan & Regma); .Lms1~nn & Michael Guerrero of Mongmong, Guam-(M1chell, Me lame, Michael II, Mathew, Mark & Miranda) zyme that costs $180 per vial - Carmen DLC. & Don A. Farrel, Tmmn: Richard DLC. Farrell & Celina Q. Castro ofTinian - (Tiona, Anthony, Richecna, Rikkie & Richard We, llw tk Ide since a New Hampshire woman Junior); Shary & Jason Yingling ofOklahoma; Darcy & Joseph Unpingco ofHawaii-(Jade & Isa) funil.t oJ Antonio M. & Rosa T. Dela CruzofTinian: McliS&1; Vicky; Rose; John; Christopher; Sandra-(Nashia Gcnora & Raynandra)· John· Rozabel· Wish to extend our heartfelt appreciation to said in 1997 that one dose given Connie; Antonio, Jr.; Robert; Daniel; Mariano; Ton yo; Randy & Ashia ' ' ' ' our families and friends, all co-workers and during a diagnostic test had brought Ramon M. & Dolores T. Dela Cruz ofTinian: Valerie T. Dela Cruz & Robert Reyes, Jr-(Raina & Robin); Raymond T. Dela Cruz-(JoeRay, Emiliana her son out of autistic isolation. & Lou Kani); Peter T. Dela Cruz & Elaine Reyes; Sheila T. Dela Cruz & Henry M. San Nicolas-(Hilary & Stephanie); Marian T. Dela Cruz & especially to our Techa, Helen T. Sablan There were reports of a black Alfonso Reyes, Jr.-(Ha'ane & Noah); Eugene-(Quinn); Mathew T. Dela Cruz & Lucille Aldan-(Melton); Peter John; Eva • Francisco M. Dela Cruz, Sr. & Anita Atoigue ofTinian: Laura Lyn Dela Cruz-(Stephen Jr.); Francisco M. Dela Cruz, Jr. & Ann Shai-(Kaisha for the compassion shown us during market and exorbitant prices. That Frank II, Juhn & Linli); Manel Dela Cruz & Vanessa San Nicolas-(Ircna, Anika, Mane! Jr. & Jesus Francisco); Luke Dela Cruz & Linda A~isais­ our time of sorrow. prompted a series of studies to test (Anicia & Frank Thomas); Antonoitte-(Anton); Jesse; Doris Ann secretin against a placebo, since it Cynthia DLC. & Marciano N. Takasi ofTinian: Mario D. Brigette T. Alo-(Alana, Mario Jr. & Cindy); Marcian Takasi· Tcruko DLC. Takasi & has long been known that simply Christopher King-(Man:iano Esteven & Thia Liana); Jessica ' beingtreatedcanhelpmanypeople, Vicente M. Dela Cruz & Cannelita Quitugua ofTinian: Jennifer Weger ofGuam-(Janice, Deanna, Benjamin & Jerome); Daniel Edward Quitugua Your prayers, comfort, support and and Diedra Rivera of Guam-(Darien); Lucrecia L. Quitugua & Bryan Blas of Saipan-(Joe Ray); Lawrence; Carla & Victoria whether or not the treatment has Jose M. & Enriquita (Kay) S. Dela Cruz orTinian: Marjorie, Joanna & Soledad acts of grace have touched us all any medical effect. On! y two of the Edward M. Dela Cruz ofTinian: Kevin; Edilena; Edward II; Jason & Reggae and we will always remember studies are complete. Lucia M. Dela Cru:,/J'herese Acosta ofTinian: Lenae One study, involving 60 chil­ Brother!/Sister & In-Laws: Tobias C. Muna ofSaipan; Bonifacio C, & Sal Muna ofSaipan; Joaquin P. & Felomenia M. Sanchez ofSaipan your kindness. She is additionally survived by numerous Cousins, Uncles, Aunties, Nephews and Nieces. dren, .; detailed in the New En­ gland Journal of Medicine. A study MARYM. Rosary is said daily at 12:00 noon and nightly at 8:00 p.m. at the Tinian Health Center Morgue by her Goddaughter Mrs. Maria c. of20children was described by Dr. Masga of Tinian. Her remains will be taken from the Tinian Health Center Morgue at 4:00 p.m., Monda¥ December 13 1999 to Edwin H. Cook of the University the residence of Mr. Don A. & Carmen DLC. Farrell at Marpo Heights for Wake Services. Mass of lntent1~n will be at 10:00 a.m., /Waif QoJ. Bl&u 'I/CUI, IJLt of Chicago in an article published Tuesday, December 14, 1999 and funeral services will be at San Jose Village Cemetery immediately after the mass. on the Medscape Internet site in HANLEY Kay, Garry, Becky and the Reyes Family October. Neither found any benefit from secrctin. The Family Appreciates Your Prayers The larger study, though, found that both children who got the en­ zyme and those who got a placebo 42-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10, 1999 FRIDAY,. DECEMBER I 0, 1999 -MARIANAS. VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-43 Clean- ... Help ... 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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE 1992 NISSAN P/UP NEW PAINT KING CAB V = $5,500.00 OBO Base, Saipan, MP 96950. The opening will be on 12/22/99 at 10:30 by signing the Visiting Forces COMMONWEALTH OF THE ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENT. tials to President Clinton last Aug. Philippines owns several num­ NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS REFRIGERATORS./STOVE RECONDITION a.m. at the Division of Procurement and Supply, Lower Base, Saipan. Agreement (VFA). I 0, He announced a new era in ber of World War II vintage UH­ PLEASE LEAVE YOUR NAME AND Any proposals received after the deadline will not be accepted. The US Congress viewed the TRIPI.El. MITTORS. HEATING ELEMENTS FOR ELECTRIC RANGE Philippine-US relations on the eve IH (Huey) helicopters along with Plaintiff, TELEPHONE NUMBER AT passage of Section 1308 as a way of the new millennium: He told a handful of ageing F-4s (Phan­ ·V· TELEPHONE NO. 235-1839 CALL: 234-2467 Selection shall be made in accordance with CNMI Procurement Regu­ of expressing its support to the me that the United States will KAZUE INTERNATIONAL, lations. Proposals will be evaluated on the ba~is of the following: tom jet) which it still considered Defendant. as its primary aircrafts in securing IN THE SUPERIOR COURT SMALL CLAIM NO. 99-363 FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF IN THE SUPERIOR COURTOFTI-ffi ,;£"~ its air defense. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE A. Technical Proposal THE NORTHERN MARIANA COMMONWEALTH OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN NORTHERN MARIANAS HOUSING CORPOMJlON SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION MARIANA ISLANDS a. 40% Experience in similar or ~ It used to have the most modern ISLANDS NORTH.ERN MARIANA ISLANDS IN RE THE ESTATE OF defense among its neighbors in TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: MARIA QUICHOCHO CRUZ re lated proe jets · · . PUBLIC: NOTIC::E Plainliff, NORTHERN MARIANAS HOUSING GREGORIO SANTOS SABLAN b. 25% Demonstrated understanding the South East Asia but this has vs. CORPORATION, Deceased. ····· · .·. . ., :' . . · . December 09, 1999 . .. · . . . . YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and PJ::iimiff. Civil Action No. 99-0734D degenerated following years of notified lo file any answer you wish to make lo SI HYOUNJO, of requirements Dendanl. Pursuant to Public Law 8-41, Governor Pedro P. Tenorio and Lieutenant Gover­ neglect and reliance to the United ihe Complaint, a copy of which is served upoil MARIA LG. GUZ.\f,\N .:ind EDDIEC. GUZMAN, NOT!CE OF HEARli'iG c. 20% Technical expertise of principals and you hereby, within twcnty·onc (21) days after Defi!nd.,nis. nor Jesus R. Sablan, through the Northern Marianas Housing Corporation States which used to maintained CIVIL ACTION NO. 99-0656A proposed staff (NMHC) Board of Directors. are hereby giving notice that the regular meeting of the fourth publication of this Summons, and lo TO: Creditor.; and Interested Cluimnnts the Board, recessed on November 23 1999, will reconvene on Wednesday, De­ both air and naval bases in the CIVILACTlON NO. 99,690D d. 159c Approach to the project. 1 deliver or mai I a copy of your answer to White, SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION cember 15, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at the CDA Conference Room in Gualo Rai, Saipan. country. Pierce, Mailman & Nuning, the Plaintiff's At~ No1icc is hereby given thal Rita Manibusan The agenda follows, at the public is welcome to submit written or oral comments 1orneys, whose address is P.O. Box 5222, SUMMONS FOR P\JBLICAIION regarding agenda it.ems. Individuals interested in attending U1e meeting and Maceda said Philippine Presi­ Keep FROM: The Superior Court ollhe Sablan Celis of Saipan, Commonwealth of the B. Cost Proposal Saipan, MP 96950, ns soon as practicable after Commonweallh ol lhe Northern Mariana Islands Nonhern Mariana Islands, has filed a petilion in Price is also a factor for consideration and price will be evaluated in needing special assistance or accommodations are requested to contact NMHC dent Joseph Estrada sent letters filing your lll1Swer or sending Jt to the Clerk of TO THE ABOVE-NAMED the Superior Coun of the Commonwealth of the in advance. Couns for filing. DEFENDANTS: comparison with overall merit of proposals. Technical merit is more of appreciation to Sens. Richard TO: The above-named Defendants Nonhem Mariana islands lo be appointed as fa. 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Deadline for the Continued from page 48 timeouts, his young teammates mother and said, "Well guys, I Continued from page 48 entrance fee for the tournament is smiled as they watched old high­ guess this means sex is out of the on Thursday, December 16, at 6 Sugar Ray boxer of century Sixers coach L'UT)' Brown and lights ofBarkley soaring through question tonight." coaches, managers and/or team p.m. at the Gilbert C. Ada Gym­ assistant Maurice Cheeks - Barkley was drafted fifth over­ the air and dunking at the old representatives that there will be nasium Conference Room. NEWYORK(AP)-SugarRay title defenses. Each of them re­ Barkley's former teammate -were Spectrum across the street from all by the Sixers out of Auburn in a meeting on Wednesday, De­ For more information, you may Robinson, poetry with a punch, is ceived two first-place votes. among those who hugged Barkley the First Union Center. 1984 and led them to the playoffs cember 15 at 6 p.m. regarding the contact Liz Palacios at 235-9890/ the Fighter of the Century. "When I consider I was selected the game. Barkley stayed after This is the city where Barkley six times in eight years. 1999 Christmas Day Tournament 9892 or Robert A. Guerrero at He also was voted the greatest out of a category that included around fora few minutes and signed transformed himself from a scheduled to take place Decem- 235-1580/1581. welterweight and middleweight boxing's greats - Joe Louis, Jack autographs before going to the chubby kid into one of the best boxer of the century by a five­ Dempsey, Rocky Marciano, Jack locker room for the last time. players in NBA history. It is where Reyes . .. Aldan; and hole no. 11, Ray open fornew membership for the member panel of experts as­ Johnson and Gene Tunney, it re­ "I knew the way my knee was one of the most charismatic - and Continued from page 48 Santos. association for the year2000. Diaz sembled by The Associated Press. ally gives this honor a very spe­ that there was something dead like his autobiography says, "Out­ Most accurate drive for Laolao may be reached at 234-5997 for Muhammad Ali, the century's cial meaning," Ali said. serious wrong with it and I wasn't rageous" - personalities in sports. hole no. 18, Norbert Sablan. Bay for 9 & 18 was awarded to more information. top heavyweight, was the runner­ going to play again,"Barkleysaid. Henry Armstrong, the only Of course, Barkley couldn't go At Laolao Bay, closest to the Joe Camacho. 1999 members are also asked up in the overall category. Ali and boxer to hold three world titles Barkley had been reveling in out without one more headline­ pin contest at hole nos. 4 & 15, SGA President Ray Diaz an­ to contact Diaz for membership Robinson each received twofirst­ simultaneously (featherweight, his final Philadelphia appearance, grabbing quote. He walked into Brian Reyes; hole no. 6, Joseph nounced that registration is now re-newal for next year. place votes. lightweight and welterweight), "I have always been a great fan finished third as Fighter of the lie service, industry, and trade oc­ nity - to train our people to be "Right now, we have Marianas in people in the community who of Sugar Ray Robinson," Ali said Century. PSS ... cupations through a sequence of contributing members of society," High School and we have one of can teach them on site whether through his wife, Lonnie. "I Rounding out the top 10 were: that would be welding, plumbing, Continued from page 1 learning experiences. he said. the best vocational programs that looked up to him throughout my Louis, Willie Pep - who got the "This proposal is building on the Fleming believes there would be we provide for our students there. automotive repair and things like career. I know Sugar Ray's fam­ other first-place vote and was se­ "Of course we need to prepare concept of starting from something a lot of CNMI students who would But what we're trying is to make that," said Fleming. ily will be especially proud that so lected as the No. I featherweight the kids by training them and mak­ small to achieve something big," benefit from the trade program. it work to ensure that kids can get The board yesterday made a many held him in such high re­ - Dempsey, Roberto Duran, ing them observe proper work eth­ said Pangelinan. 'This is to ensure that at the end the apprenticeship that they need motion to adapt Pangelinan 's pro­ gard and he was selected as the Benny Leonard, Billy Conn and ics," said Fleming. "This is for students who have of the our students' senior year, to get and retain jobs. posal, withplanstogetontheproject AP Fighter of the Century." Harry Greb. She conceded that parents are decided not to go beyond high they are able to find a job, if they "And one area would be to bring as quick! y as possible. Robinson was a world welter­ Marciano was third among reluctant to have their kids in such school. This is basically a school are not capable of providing the weight champion and five-time heavyweights and received one kind of trade jobs, but that parent­ which would specialize in survival resources for them to go and pur­ Bjurman and Associates, which middleweight champion, with a first-place vote in the category. teacherconferences provide teach­ skills such as mechanics, automo­ sue a college education," said Fund.· .. gained +6.0percent for the month. 175-19-6 record and 109 knock­ Rounding out the top IO heavy­ ers the best opportunity make par­ tive, catering, small engine repair Fleming. All other money managers outs.from 1940-65. Fourteen loses weights were: Dempsey, Johnson ents realize it is OK for their kids to and such," he ad The proposal. is aiming to offer Continued from page 1 posted positive returns for the first and four draws came after he and Larry Holmes in a tie for fifth, go into these fields. "These are for kids who have a Certificate of Initial Mastery for month of FY 2000: Invesco Asia turned 36. He held his last middle­ Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier, and Authored by board memberTom made up their minds to work with students who have mastered the ter. The S&P 500 gained six posted a 2.3 percent gain; Credit weight title at 38. Sam Langford and Jersey Joe Pangelinan, the program is de­ their hands. And this is a develop­ skills required of the occupational percent, while Renaissance and Suisse Asset Management had a '.'He would have been ecstatic," Walcott in a tie for ninth. signed to prepare students for pub- ing partriership with the commu- program they participated in. Provident-the Fund's balanced +5.5 percent earning; and Invesco Ray Robinson II said of his father Ali (56-5, 37 knockouts) was fund managers-gained only 1.7 Management and Research had being voted the century's top the first man to win the heavy­ "But I am more concerned in sion, CUC must reassess both need percent and 3.1 percent, respec­ +0.50 percent. boxer. "I'm tired of hearing how weight championship three times. 'Nothing. .. making sure the public is well­ for power and · the tively. The value of the Fund's stock great everybody else was and how He had three legendary fights with Atalanta, the Fund's large-cap market investments was pegged they could have beaten Dad. No, Frazier, two with Liston and one Sugar Ray Robinson (right) battles Jake LaMotta for the middleweight championship at Chicago Stadium, Continued from page 1 protected and the investments that Commonwealth's ability to pay in this Feb. 14, 1951 photo. Robinson was chosen Fighter of the Century beating out Muhammad Aliin voting the CNMI are undertaking is not for expansion of power," said manager, posted an impressive at $333.2 million for the closure they couldn't have." with George Foreman. by the AP panel. AP He stressed CUC's willingness an investment that's going to Villagomez. +8.6 return for the month. of FY 1999. These earnings still Robinson never lost to a wel­ Although a heavyweight, Ali to cooperate with legislators on bounce back at our face and so we In 1997, CUC evaluated 13 Small capitalization issues, as excludes the Fund investments terweight. When he gave up the often was compared to Robinson 1952. He was far ahead of Joey Kid Gavilan (No. 9) twice and weight classes were Archie the planned joint Senate and made a mistake," he said. original proposals, and went on to measured by the Russell 2000had funnelled on-island. Together, 147-pound title to challenge Jake because of his boxing ability and at Maxim when he collapsed from split two fights with Carmen Moore, light heavyweight; Aaron House oversight investigation on The cue official also brushed a second round of evaluation of a positive month returning +0.31 these two sources comprise the LaMotta for the middleweight his peak he had a middleweight's tlie heat on a boiling New York Basilio (No. 6). The two matches Pryor, junior welterweight; } the 80 megawatt power plant aside allegations that some CUC the top seven proposals. percent but was outpaced by the amount available for pensioners' championship in 1951, his record speed. He retired in 1981. night and could not come out for with Basilio, however, were for Roberto Duran of Panama, light­ project. officials "may be on the take," as Due to protests filed, and the Fund's small-cap manager, G.D. benefits. was 121-1-2, with the loss (to Robinson, who died in I 989 at the 14th round. the middleweight title, and both weight; Alexis Arguello of Nica­ "I am open to any oversight indicated in a sealed protest from Office of Public Auditor's (OP A) LaMotta) and both draws coming age 68, was picked over Armstrong It was as a welterweight that were decided on split decisions. ragua, junior lightweight; Mexi­ hearing. There's nothing to hide the Alsons, Tomen, Singapore recommendation of a reevalua­ "I am committing government in non-title fights against middle­ as the best welterweight. As top Robinson was at his best. He was Robinson also is remembered cans Ruben Olivares and Carlos since the very beginning. Power, Tan Holdings Consortium tion of the original 13 proposals, New... resources to do everything pos­ weights. middleweight, he was chosen over champion from 1946-50 and was for his six fights against LaMotta, Zarate, bantamweight, and Ali was selected the top heavy­ Greb, a star of the 1920s. 5-1 against three other top JO the No.7-ranked middleweight. Pancho Villa of Philippines and "CUC has been cautious only based on a damning affidavit CUC hired Bums & McDonnel Continued from page 1 sible to strengthen and diversify because this project will commit sworn to by the estranged wife of and did a new evaluation of the the economy. "We are working weight one point ahead of Joe Robinson almost won the light welterweights of the century. Robinson won five of them. Miguel Canto of Mexico, fly­ Louis, who made huge sums of money that must Villagomez. original 13 proposals. The results Tenorio said the meetings are closely with the Commonwealth 25 successful heavyweight championship in He beat both Armstrong and The top fighters in six other weight. come ultimately from our cus­ "I am not aware of those allega­ were almost identical to CUC's "another good example of the Development Authority and other tomers and can have a tremen­ tions, which are news to me but evaluation. excellent cooperation and support agencies for support," said the dous impact on the Common­ I'm sure that members of the board CUC then asked Burns & of the local business community." governor. wealth for the next 25 years," said or even myself have the responsi­ McDonnel to do a new, second "My administration is fully The council meeting also in­ Kings snap Lakers' 7-win streak, stay undefeated at home the cue official. bility of making sure things are round of evaluation using differ­ cluded several regional business committed to ensure that eco­ Kings 103, Lakers 91 The 115 points and 25-point assists and six turnovers. The draft report of the financial done properly and legally," said ent specifications to proposers and leaders who participated in the nomic development remains the In Sacramento, California, margin of victory were season­ Hawks 99, Clippers 81 evaluation done by the indepen­ Villagomez. received different final offers than initial planning session which will top priority of this administra­ Chris Webber had 20points and bests for Boston, which took a 10- In Atlanta, Isaiah Rider dent consulting firm Bums & Due to the nature of the allega­ submitted previously. tion." continue today. tions, cue immediately for­ cue said due to the whole 'new I 2 rebounds as the Sacramento point lead in the first 2: 10, scored a season-high 38 points McDonnel is expected to be out Kings ended the Lakers' seven­ warded the matter to the Attorney round of evaluation, both offers stretched it to 21 at halftime and as the Atlanta Hawks won their anytime soon. It was introduced to Tanapag in game winning streak General's Office and to the Board and results were different from made it 30 midway through the fifth consecutive game. The evaluation will determine electrical capacitors originally and remained unde­ third quarter. DikembeMutomboadded 16 of Directors. the first round and from the previ­ us. • • CUC's capability to fund the procured by the U.S. Army for a feated at home. Mercer, one of Boston's first­ points and 14 rebounds, all on "AGO made a determination ous "final" offers. Continued from page 1 project in these difficult times, missile program in the 1950s. Jason Williams round draft picks in 1997, was the defensive end, for Atlanta. that the accusation was baseless," Bums & McDonncl released in and whether CUC can get by the The federal government banned and Predrag traded for Danny Fortson over the The Hawks, who won for the said Villagomez, referring to the October the result of its best and project with a smaller and ex­ press release. PCB in the I 970s after establish­ Stojakovic each summer because the Celtics feared eighth time in their last I 0 result of an AGO investigation. final evaluation of bidders' pro­ "Now,"headded, "we just have pandable plant or not. ing its ham1ful effects to humans added 19 points for they wouldn't be able to sign him. games, reached the .500 mark Villagomez said the report will Assistant Attorney Gen. Sally posals where Enron to find the financial means to get and the environment. Sacramento, which Mercer leads the Nuggets in scor­ for the first time this season. help the CUC Board of Directors Pfund earlier said AGO found the International' s proposal was the doctor from the States to the PCB, according to Babauta, has had I I steals while ing, but he was rusty after missing The Clippers, who lost their make a responsible decision that allegations untrue after an inves­ ranked first, closely followed by CNMI." been linked to physical, mental running its record at Arco Arena the previous two games with a seventh straight overall and 10th will protect the customers and tigation. Tomen Power, then HEI Power The Interior, still according to and behavioral disruption affect­ to 7-0 this season. The Kings sinus infection and scored only in a row toAtlanta,got 17 points meet demand for power. Moreover, Villagomez said Corp. Babauta, has not yet responded to ing fertility, learning ability, ag­ have won 15 straight regular­ two points on l-of-6 shooting. and a career-high 20 rebounds "CUC's retention of ... Bums CUC has not yet seen a copy of a The Board has 90 days since his request, though he noted that gression, parenting and mating. season games on their home Nets 107, Bucks 90 from Michael Olowokandi. & Mc Donnel for the development Senate bill which calls for a Oct. 16 to make a final decision Insular Affairs Director Ferdinand The CNMI health department court. In East Rutherford, New Jer­ Cavaliers 107, Bulls 93 of a need and financial study has "phased" construction of a new on the power plant project. Aranza has "previously indicated has identified at least four doctors Kobe Bryant, making his first sey, Stephan Marbury showed In Cleveland, Bob Sura nothing to do with who will be power plant without CUC having During the course of the 90-day willingness to play a role in solv­ - two of them from the private start of the season, and Shaquille NBA assists leader Sam Cassell scored 24 of his 29 points in the awarded the project. It has to do to release a new request for pro­ period, CUC expanded its con­ ing the PCB problem." sector - that will be trained to O'Neal each scored 27 points some nifty passing of his own, first half as tL.: Cleveland Cava­ with what we can afford," posal (RFP). tract with Bums & McDonnel to The PCBs are man-made identify PCB-related illnesses for Los Angeles. Bryant missed handing out 14 assists as the New liers handed the Chicago Bulls Villagomez said in his letter. The CUC official pointed out conduct an evaluation to deter­ chemicals first introduced in 1929 among Tanapag villagers. tL Lakers' first 15 games with Jersey Nets won their second their I 0th straight loss. the economic situation today and mine CUC's financial ability to and was heralded for their "in­ ~c final award requires legis­ The move is part of a plan to a broken right hand, and came straight for the first time this sea­ Chicago, playing without lead­ lative approval and the approval in 1997 when the CUC Board move on with the $120 million flammability" and stability across establish an on-site clinic in the off the bench in the last four son. ing scorer Elton Brand, dropped made its original decision to size power plant project and an evalu­ a range of industrial uses. of the Commonwealth Develop­ coastal village. games. In a dominant all-around per­ to 1-15 and matched the worst ment Authority (CDA). the power plant at 80 megawatts ation of the current and future Celtics 115, Nuggets 90 formance against the player who start in franchise history. The Bulls Meanwhile, Villagomez said is different. power supply needs on Saipan. In Boston, Tony Battie had preceded him as the Nets' last began a season this poorly in CUC understands the "Consequently, it is clear that The draft report is expected to HAPPY BIRTHDAY the assumptions CUC used to size be out this month, while the final 15 points and 12 rebounds, and playmaker, Marbury finished with 1967-68, and they hadn't lost JO Legislature's concern on the in­ Bostc,n took advantage of a bad the plant at 80 megawatts in 1997 report will be out in January 2000, December 11, 1999 25 points to Cassell 's I 0. in a row since the I 976-77 sea­ tegrity 0f the utilities agency with night by former Celtic Ron Los Angeles Lakers' Shaqui/le O'Neal (right) shoots over Sacramento Cassell, who entered the game may no longer be valid in I 999 before the Board finally decides son, when they dropped a team­ regards to handling the Saipan Che-Che From Mom & Dad Mercer. Kings' Vlade Divac in the first quarter Tuesday in Sacramento, Calif. AP averaging 9.2 assists, had just five record 13 straight. power plant project. and, to make a responsible deci- on the fate of the project. 48-MARIANAS VARIETY NEWS AND VIEWS-FRIDAY- DECEMBER 10 1999 SPORTS s career over PHILADELPHIA (AP) - have left standing tall." Charles Barkley began his ca­ Hill embraced Barkley after / " reer in Philadelphia 16 years the game, wished him luck and ~ il ago. He ended it there Wednes­ thanked him for paving the way ,,~ lj day night- with a broken-down for other players. ~ ! knee and an exit that was so "He did so much for the· 1 :: surreal it could have only hap­ league, no one will really know r1 :; pened to him. how much," Hill said. (j lj With friends and family in Sixers president Pat Croce, f1 1 fa the stands to celebrate his final who was the team's' trainer ! il game in Philly, Barkley rup­ when Barkley played in Phila- I. 1 ij ~red a tendon in his knee in the delphia, said the injury could fj ll first quarter of the Houston need as much as a year of reha- t1 \J Rockets' game against the bilitation. 11 rJ 76ers. "I love Charles," Croce said. \1 ~ His mother and grandmother "When I came into the 76ers in fj r cried one moment and laughed '84, he was my 'Round Mound Ii tl the next as Barkley announced ofRebound.' ... Igothimdown ij afterward that this game was Houston Rockets' Charles from 290 pounds to the svelte iJ Barkley returns to the court on his last. 260 he is now. I was the one !J crutches after the injury. AP "I guess the big fel!a in. the who chased the pizza delivery [j itl sky wanted me to finish nght saw it," Barkley said. "I knew it guy away at 12o'clockatnight." !] ; ~ where I started," said Barkley, was over when it first happened. Barkley played with a sore !i ti the Houston forward who al­ I saw the way the kneecap was right quadriceps, but that had r1 fjl ready announced that he is re­ bulging through my leg and I nothing to do with the injury. ~ h tiring after this season. "There said, 'Well, it's been fun.'" He said he will not have sur- fJ (j were a lot of people here tonight The Sixers honored Barkley gery until after Friday, when ~ ~ who saw me play my first game before the game and flew his Bill Russell and the Boston ~

11 andsawmeplaymylastgame." mother, Charcey Glenn, and Celtics plan to honor him. /l ll Barkley broke down crying grandmother, Johnnie Mickens, "I love his enjoyment of the fj I· J H in the locker room when doc­ to the game. Glenn was in tears game," Rockets coach Rudy ti H tors told him what happened to as Barkley talked about the in­ Tomjanovich said. "He's been (i ~ his knee. He called his wife to jury and his career during a news very good for the game, added H fJ tell her his career was- over. conk; ~nee that capped a tumul­ a lot of color and excitement." ~ ) ~ "I do think it was supposed to tuous, outrageous, accomplished The crowd, which gave ~ ~ happen like this," Barkley said. basketball career. Barkley six standing ovations, ~ "It was supposed to end in Phila­ "God doesn 'tmake mistakes," reacted with loud "Ohhs" when ~ Houston Rockets' Charles Barkley is examined after an injury in the first delphia." quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday in Phildelphia. Mickens said. "He ended it right Barkley's injury was an-1 ·Jj Barkley was going up to block Barkley ruptured a tendon in his knee and will need surgery that could where it started. He said he was nounced. They rose to their feet • a shot by Tyrone Hill when he put him out for the season. AP going to retire, and I took it with when Barkley limped to the ,' r lost his balance and hit the floor a grain of salt. Now I really do Rockets' bench on crutches with ~ hard with 4:09 left in the first. requires surgery and at least six reer-threatening even for a young believe he's going out, before 1 :34 left in the second quarter, ; The tendon that attaches his months of rehabilitation. player. Bad