The Post: September 14, 1998

Monday, September 14, 1998
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Rob Ostermaier/THE POST
As members of Congress and other Washington insiders discuss the fate of President Clinton in the wake of Kenneth Starr's recently released report, the debate in Athens between the president's supporters and those calling for his resignation is equally unsettled.

Congress continues review

THE POST

WASHINGTON (AP) - The House of Representatives is increasingly more likely to vote for a formal impeachment inquiry in the next few weeks, congressional officials said Sunday, a step that could ratchet up the political jeopardy confronting President Clinton.

Fire damages Canterbury Street home, investigation under way
by Amelia Bizzaro
THE POST

A fire at 34 Canterbury St., off Richland Avenue, destroyed the home's kitchen and garage, said Athens County Fire Department Lt. Doug Ford.

Microfridge company apologizes for installation error, comments
by Laura Donnelly
FOR THE POST

After an unexpected entry into an occupied student room and inappropriate comments to resident life staff members, some workers who installed microfridges in September have had their jobs terminated.

Associate provost hired
by Emily Swartzlander
THE POST

As part of an increased interest in international education and a reorganization of Ohio University's international study offices, one OU faculty member is going a little more global.

Josep Rota, former director for the Center for International Studies, took the position as associate provost for international programs earlier this summer.

Interim dean begins new reign in College of Health and Human services, replaces Chapman
by Emily Swartzlander
THE POST

In August, The College of Health and Human Services switched to temporary leadership when Judith Matthews, former director of Human and Consumer Sciences, took over as interim dean.

Reactions mixed in Athens
by Aaron Flicker
THE POST

As members of Congress and other Washington insiders discuss the fate of President Clinton in the wake of Kenneth Starr's recently released report, the debate in Athens between the president's supporters and those calling for his resignation is equally unsettled.

Study shows number of binge drinkers remains high
by Christiana Diak
THE POST

While fewer students drink on college campuses, those that do are consuming more aggressively, according to a study released by the Harvard School of Public Health Thursday.

Barn Raisin' attracts local artists
by Sara Groves
THE POST

Rodziah and Roger Josephson's tie-dye art was just one of ten displays by Athens artists featured at the 18th Annual Barn Raisin' Community Arts Festival held at the Dairy Barn Cultural Arts Center yesterday.

Athens dogs to get new home by spring
by Lisa Johnson
THE POST

Homeless hounds will have a different place to rest their heads when the new Athens County Dog Shelter is completed next spring.

The new shelter will house strays, provide euthanasia services for sick or unwanted dogs and provide crematorium services for pet owners.

Briefly
compiled from staff and wire reports

Glenn is older, slower than other astronauts
Minnesota politician, vice president's son get campaign funding from Hollywood celebrities
Clinton to host reception despite Starr's report
Campaign limits might raise group funding costs
Ohio gasoline prioces expected to remain low
Jesse Jackson to attend Ohio celebration
Student Senate has new meeting time, place
Bomb threat results in evacuation of hospital


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FOOTBALL
Wisconsin badgers Bobcats 45-0 in Madison
by Christopher Ostrowski
THE POST

MADISON, Wisc. - The word "hike" meant one simple thing Saturday at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisc.

It meant that in the seconds following the pronunciation of the word, Wisconsin players moved forward, Ohio players moved backwards, and the football moved anywhere Wisconsin wanted it to go. As if it was personally choreographed by Wisconsin head coach Barry Alvarez, this happened throughout the entire game, and the Bobcats lost to the Badgers 45-0.

VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball wins three of four
by Chris Foreman
THE POST

Despite losing to Oregon State Sunday at The Convo, the Ohio volleyball team evened its season record at 4-4 this weekend with three victories over Friday and Saturday to win the Ohio Volleyball Bromley Classic.

BASEBALL
Sosa hits 62nd home run

AP

CHICAGO (AP) - Not so fast, Mark. Slammin' Sammy may win the race for the home run record after all.

Sammy Sosa tied Mark McGwire on Sunday, connecting twice against the Milwaukee Brewers to raise his total to 62.

FIELD HOCKEY
Field hockey team splits in Virginia
by Paul Warner
THE POST

The Ohio field hockey team defeated Virginia Commonwealth 3-2 in overtime Sunday in Richmond, Va., to follow up a 2-1 loss to William and Mary Saturday in Williamsburg, Va.

SOCCER
Ohio takes pair of 6-0 victories
by Jay Cohen
THE POST

The Ohio soccer team kept the inaugural Bromley Classic Soccer Championship at home by beating Wofford College 6-0 Saturday and Youngstown State 6-0 Sunday.

Ohio (4-2) placed four players on the all-tournament team, including the tournament's most valuable player, forward Carley Knox. Knox had four goals over the weekend.

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