Dad and Daughter Face College Aid and Political Solicitation
A reader tale recounts a father's refusal to fund a daughter's college education while supporting a new family and a trust for his other child. Abby counsels self-reliance via loans and work, urging forgiveness and moving on. The second letter criticizes a distant relative running for U S senator for soliciting donations outside his home state.
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Dear Abby column on political fundraising and party etiquette
Dear Abby explains that candidates may solicit out of state campaign contributions and that readers should give or withhold based on their view of the candidate. The columnist also notes no harm in asking who attends parties and supports choosing comfort over unwanted company. Universal Press Syndicate
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Garuda DC-9 crash in Medan kills at least 34
A Garuda DC-9 jet crashed while landing at Medan airport in Sumatra. State television says at least 34 people died, with five passengers and four crew members surviving. The plane was struck by lightning and burst into flames. The flight originated from Banda Aceh.
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Reagan and Mulroney weigh acid rain pact aims
The article notes a $20 billion U S Canada trade deficit and says President Reagan and Prime Minister Mulroney back their envoys report on acid rain. Mulroney faces pressure to push tougher U S action including a 50 percent cut in emissions from coal plants. Some lawmakers dismiss the $2.5 billion plan as delaying action and call for immediate steps.
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