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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Milestones

Ten years ago: African National Congress leader Nelson Mandela, on a U.S. tour, received a tumultuous welcome in Boston .

Five years ago: Dr. Jonas Salk, the medical pioneer who developed the first vaccine against polio, died in La Jolla, Calif., at age 80.

One year ago: A divided Supreme Court dramatically enhanced states’ rights in three decisions that eroded Congress’ power. U.S. Marines in Kosovo killed one person and wounded two others after coming under fire; no Marines were injured.