FILE PHOTO 24DEC92 - A federal grand jury has indicted former U.S. Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy on charges of taking $35,000 in illegal gifts from firms, independent counsel Donald Smaltz announced on August 27. The 39-count indictment also accused Espy of lying to investigators, asking an Agriculture Department employee to falsify a document and having the government pay for a car that he allegedly used for personal travel in Mississippi. Espy is shown talking to the press December 24, 1992 after being appointed to the Clinton Cabinet.

ESPY INDICTMENT

Hizbollah chief, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, gives a speech in which he urged Palestinians to use arms in their five year rebellion against Israeli rule in Beirut December 20, 1992. REUTERS/Jamal Saidi (LEBANON)

An old man begs for help from a Somali gunman in the city of Baidoa December 19, 1992. More than 300,000 starving Somalis are waiting for the US led forces to open a safe route for food aid. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVE REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis YB/CMC

FILE PHOTO 18DEC92 - Russian President Boris Yeltsin (L) exchanges documents with his then Chinese counterpart Yang Shangkun in this December 18, 1992 file photo. Former Chinese President Yang Shangkun, aged 92, died on Monday of an unspecified illness, the official Xinhua news agency reported September 14. Yang was president for five years until 1993, when then paramount leader Deng Xiaoping pushed him aside. During the late 1980's and early 1990's, Yang was regarded as the second most powerful man in China behind Deng. A political hardliner, Yang played a crucial role in the bloody crackdown on the 1989 student-led pro-democracy movement.

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Yugoslav Prime Minister and presidential candidate Milos Panic (R) and Serbian opposition leader Vuk Draskovik (L) hold up hands during opposition election rally in central belgrade December 17. Elections are scheduled for December 20.

Joelle Maurel (C), mother of murdered seven-year-old French girl Celine, weeps as she leaves the courthouse, Dec 17 after the verdict which acquitted Richard Roman, one of the two men accused in the 1988 murder of her daughter.

Joelle Maurel (C), mother of murdered seven-year-old French girl Celine, weeps as she leaves the courthouse, Dec 17 after the verdict which acquitted Richard Roman, one of the two men accused in the 1988 murder of her daughter.

FILE PHOTO 17DEC92 - Former U.S. housing secretary Henry Cisneros (C) was charged on December 11 with lying to the FBI about cash payments to his onetime mistress, obstructing justice and other crimes arising from the FBI's background investigation of him, a special prosecutor said. Independent counsel David Barrett said a federal grand jury in Washington, D.C., returned a 21-count indictment against Cisneros, the former mistress and two aides who previously worked for Cisneros. Cisneros introduces his family December 17, 1992 with then President-elect Clinton (R) and Vice President-elect Gore behind him.

CRIME CISNEROS

United States Marines on alert at first light Dewcember 16 as their large military convoy rolls through this central Somali town, and arrives at the airport where several bursts of gunfire were heard.

A French paratrooper is surrounded by Somali children as he sits in a jeep and hands out packaged food to his new-found friends December 16.

Woody Allen at State Supreme Court in Manhattan December 15, after Allen won the right to see a videotape of his adopted daughter Dylan allegedly saying she was sexually abused by the director.

The Princess of Wales departs the conference of all the "caring charities" December 15.

Woody Allen at State Supreme Court in Manhattan December 15, after Allen won the right to see a videotape of his adopted daughter Dylan allegedly saying she was sexually abused by the director.

Workers at Madame Tussaud's wax museum carry a waxwork figure of movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger into the museum December 15, 1992. The figure was unveiled on Tuesday and will take its place alongside the likeness of other celebrities. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

Hillary Clinton talks with John Scully, CEO of Apple Computers during the second day of President-elect Clinton's economic conference on December 15, 1992 in Little Rock, AR. REUTERS/Calvin Hom

US President-elect Clinton (R) and Vice President-elect Al Gore (L) confer during the first session of their Economic Conference, Dec 14, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

A Somali woman tries to defend her self with a knife she picked up from a melon stand after mobs attacked her in Mogadishu December 14. She was accused of spending the night with a French soldier taking part in Operation "Restore Hope".

The new Russian Prime Minister Viktor Chernomyrdin (R) smiles as he reviews papers with Justice Minister Nikolai Fyodorov before the final vote in the Russian Congress December 14.

A starving Somali child is given water near a refugee camp December 14.

A young Somali displays a leaflet dropped by US planes showing an American soldier shaking hands with a Somali ma in peace gesture December 14. US marines are expected to arrive in Baidoa within the next couple of days.

A young Somali smokes and holds a weapon as he and his friends sit on a car December 14, 1992 in Baidoa, Somalia. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVE REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis YB/CMC

An armed policeman stands against a backdrop of the dome of St Paul's Cathedral in London, guarding colleagues who are checking vehicles, December 13, 1992. Security forces have mounted an unprecedented security operation to try to thwart the IRA who are escalating their Christmas bombing blitz. REUTERS/Russell Boyce

An armed policeman stands in front of a Christmas tree while colleagues check vehicles in London, December 13, 1992. Security forces have mounted an unprecedented security operation to try to thwart the IRA who are escalating their Christmas bombing blitz. REUTERS/Russell Boyce

Football Soccer - English Premier League - Wimbledon vs Oldham Athletic - Selhurst Park, London, UK - December 12, 1992 WImbledon's Vinnie Jones in action REUTERS/Action Images

Members of the Royal family depart from Crathie Church after the wedding of the Princess Royal to Commander Tim Laurence, in Balmoral, Scotland December 12, 1992. (L-R) The Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Queen, the Queen Mother. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez (BRITAIN - Tags: ROYALS SOCIETY)

Commander Tim Laurence drives Princess Anne away from their wedding at Crathie Church December 12, 1992. In a simple service lasting 25 minutes and featuring Scottish pipers the couple exchanged rings.

Members of the Royal family depart from Crathie Church after wedding of Princess Anne to Commander Tim laurence December 12. L-R: The Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Queen, the Queen Mother.

American pop star Michael Jackson performs at the Tokyo Dome in the opening show of his Japanese tour December 12. Japan is the last leg of his world "Dangerous Tour".

MALNOURISHED SOMALI CHILD CRIES, SURROUNDED BY STRONGER CHILDREN, WHILE WAITING FOR FOOD AT FEEDING CENTRE NEAR BAIDOA IN SOMALIA. A malnourished Somali child cries, surrounded by stronger children, all of which are awaiting food at the feeding centre near Baidoa in Somalia December 12, 1992. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVE REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis

French President Francois Mitterrand holds on to his hat as he gets into his car during the lunch-break at the EC summit in Edinburg, December 11.

Queen Elizabeth II chats to French President Francois Mitterrand aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia with European leaders attending the EC summit in Edinburgh december 11.

1992 Formula 1 World Champion Nigel Mansell of Great Britain leans on crutches as he hold his award during the ceremony at the International Automobile federation, December 11.

1992 Formula 1 World Champion Nigel Mansell of Great Britain (R) leans on his crutches as he bends over to speak to Formula 1 constructors world champion Frank Williams of Great Britain during the awards ceremony at the International Automobile federation in Paris, Dec 11.

President Bush presents Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Colin Powell with a Congressional Gold Medal at the White House December 10, 1992. The Los Angeles Times reported today that Powell was receiving increasingly serious consideration by President-Elect Bill Clinton for the post of Secretary of State. REUTERS/Gary Cameron (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS) BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE

President-Elect Bill Clinton (Center) takes questions from the media after announcing the economic team for his administration, December 10, 1992 in Little Rock, Arkansas. The appointees are (L-R) Alice Riwlin, Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget, Robert Rubin, Chairman of National Economic Council, Vice President-Elect Al Gore, President-Elect Clinton, Leon Patta, Office of Management and Budget, Lloyd Bentsen, Secretary of the Treasury, and Roger Altman, Department of the Treasury. REUTERS/Gary Hershorn (UNITED STATES POLITICS) BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE

President of the EC Commission Jacques Delors holds a University of Edinburgh sweatshirt, presented to him after he was awarded an honorary doctorate at the university, in Edinburgh, Scotland December 10, 1992. Delors will attend the EC summit starting in Edinburgh December 11. REUTERS/KEVIN COOMBS (BRITAIN - Tags: SOCIETY POLITICS BUSINESS)

Former East German Leader Erich Honecker changes his glasses prior the trial against him and three other top communist leader starts in Berlin December 10.

FILE PHOTO APRIL 92 - After the announcement yesterday of the separation between [Princess Diana and the Prince of Wales, there is a speculation that their eldest son William (seen here at an Eastern Sunday Service) will take the throne after Prince Charles steps aside].

FILE PHOTO APRIL 92 - After the announcement yesterday of the separation between [Princess Diana and the Prince of Wales], there is a speculation that their eldest son Prince William (seen here at an Eastern Sunday Service) will take the throne after Prince-Charles steps aside.

The Princess of Wales and Lord Healey dressed in a Santa Claus costume smile as they leave a lunch for the Headway National Nead Injuries Association sponsored by the American Chamber of Commerce December 10.

The Princess Royal waves to onlookers during her visit to Castleton House in East London, December 9, 1992. The Princess marries Commander Tim Laurence at Balmoral in Scotland on Saturday. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez (BRITAIN - Tags: SOCIETY ROYALS)

Princess Anne waves to onlookers during her visit to Casttleton House in east London December 9. The Princess marries Commander Tim Laurence at Balmoral in Scotland on Saturday.

Actress Demi Moore starring in the film "A Few Good Men" arrives at the film's Los Angeles premiere with her husband and fellow actor Bruce Willis on December 9, 1992. REUTERS/Fred Prouser (UNITED STATES)

The Queen Mother listens to speeches at a reception at London's Guildhall December 8.

A Somali uses a UNICEF wheelbarrow to steal several sacks of American grains that were being loaded into trucks at the port in Mogadishu, Somalia on 8 December 1992. United States Marines on a humanitarian mission are expected to land in Mogadishu tomorrow. REUTERSYannis Behrakis

Football Soccer - FA Cup Second Round - Wycombe vs West Bromich Albion - Adams Park, Wycombe, UK - December 7, 1992 West Bromich Albion Manager Ossie Ardiles REUTERS/Action Images

Two thousand farmers aboard 700 tractors spread several tons of potatoes while straw and tyres burn in the streets of downtown Bethune, Northern France, Dec7. They were protesting against the low rates of potates.

Two thousand farmers aboard 700 tractors spread several tons of potatoes and burn straw and tyres in the streets of downtown Bethune, northern France, Dec 7. They were protesting againgst the low rates of potatoes.

President-elect Clinton and spouse Hillary get off a airplane holding hands December 7, 1992. Clinton will address students at Wright Community College. Reuters/Gary Hershorn

Future First Lady Hillary Clinton arrives for the Peace Links dinner in Washinton December 7, 1992. Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was honored with the Living World Award for her philanthropic endeavors. Reuters/Mike Theiler

A Somali teenager listens to music through earphones as he rides in the back of a pick up truck carrying an AK-47 asssault rifle December 7, 1992 in Mogadishu. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVES. REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis PN

A Somali teenager listens to music through earphones as he rides in the back of a "technical" carrying an assault rifle in Mogadishu December 7, 1992. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVE REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis CMC

A Somali teenager listens to music through earphones as he rides in the back of a pick up truck carrying an assault rifle December 7, 1992 in Mogadishu. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVES. REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis PN

A seagull is trapped in crude oil spilled from Greek tanker Egean Sea near Ferrol is norhern Spain December 6. The tanker spilled 80,000 tonnes of crude destroying fish and animals.

Hindu militants storm a disputed mosque-temple site December 6, 1992
climbing atop the building's dome as they demolish it to clear the site
for a Hindu temple. REUTERS/Sunil Malhotra

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Fashion designer Pierre Cardin was admitted into France's Academy of Fine Arts on December 2.

President-elect Bill Clinton hugs people in the streets of Little Rock December 3.

President-elect Bill Clinton with Vice President Al Gore (R).

Marvin Marshall, CEO of Bramalea Ltd, a Canadian real estate firm, is pictured in Toronto December 3, 1992. In 1993 Bramalea lost near to $90 million while in the same year Marshall was paid nearly $1 milion in salary, $971,225. Bramalea filed for bankruptcy in 1995. SCANNED FROM NEGATIVE REUTERS/Mike Blake PN/CMC

The space shuttle Discovery lifts off from the Kennedy Space Center in Orlando, Florida December 2, 1992. The craft carried a crew of five into space for a six-day mission to deploy a spy satellite. REUTERS/Joe Skipper/LANDOV (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRANSPORT) BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE