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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1981
Page
4
President Reagan orders the firing of all striking air traffic controllers. About 12,000 qualified workers face job loss with no chance to reapply. The move upholds public safety over labor power, promising higher costs and possible flight disruptions but safer skies.
The piece argues over MX basing modes with Sen. Tower opposing air based deployment and favoring land based plans. It considers space based ABM concepts and the potential of laser weapons and space stations within a decade, tied to Reagan Weinberger deliberations.
A reader asks why excitement fades after embracing Christianity. The reply notes emotional responses vary. the key is belonging to Jesus Christ through true trust. Focus on Christ and his redemptive work, maintain faith regardless of feelings.
Egypt's President Sadat calls for the United States to begin negotiations with the PLO and says a separate Palestinian nation must be created for peace in the Middle East. Israel strongly opposes talks with the PLO and the idea of a Palestinian homeland.
The article portrays the Palestine Liberation Organization as a rising multi-group insurgency led by Yasser Arafat, with de facto recognition by many nations. It notes the PLO's wealth and arms, its eight guerrilla factions, and a shared Arab hatred of Israel, while suggesting peace requires engaging with rather than ignoring the group.
Ashley Cooper defends air controller concerns while readers offer counterpoints on stress and retirement. A London censoring anecdote from The Economist highlights James Bond ads altered for decency. Gerry Meyerson shares a World War era tale of a Paris tailor and a lost pants claim check.
President Carter signed an order to form the President's Commission on Hostage Compensation to decide if and how the government should award damages to Americans held abroad. The 52 Iranian hostages would be first in line, with potential payouts of about 444,000 dollars per family if paid per day.
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