Beirut Battle Expands as Army Attacks Militia Strongholds
Lebanese army tanks rolled through downtown Beirut as 10,000 troops backed by heavy fire pressed three-pronged strikes on Druze and Shiite militia strongholds. At least 18 killed, 37 wounded. overall toll 72 dead, 275 wounded. Marines on alert with no injuries.
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Hijackers Surrender In Tehran Free Hostages Unharmed
Four hijackers surrendered at Tehran airport ending the Air France jetliner standoff. Fifteen hostages held since Saturday were released unharmed. A French embassy spokesman said the hijackers sought political asylum in Iran. remaining on board were ten passengers and a seven member crew. A French couple were released later to tend the woman exhausted.
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Lobster Shift Astronauts Launch 3-In-1 Satellite
At Cape Canaveral the Challenger crew launched a 3-in-1 satellite for India to boost weather forecasting and provide telephone and television service to isolated regions. Guion Bluford confirmed the deployment on time and noted a slight clunk as the payload released, marking the sixth successful communications satellite launch for a shuttle crew.
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Riot police mobilize in Poland on Solitary Anniversary
Riot police moved into Gdansk and Nowa Huta to head off protests on the third anniversary of the Solidarity movement in Poland.
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Shamir Secures Sharon Backing in Israeli Leadership Fight
Israel's foreign minister Yitzhak Shamir gains support from former defense minister Ariel Sharon as he vies to replace resigning Prime Minister Menachem Begin. Rival David Levy faces pressure from Herut ministers to withdraw, while Begin plans resignation with no clear timetable.
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Presbyterian Leader Leaves Denomination for ARP Pastoral Post
Rev. Cecil D. Brearley Jr longtime executive presbyter of Congaree Presbytery resigns from the PCUSA after 23 years to lead a new ARP mission church near Irma. He preaches at Dutch Fork ARP near Irmo, receives a $5,000 gift from the presbytery and departs amid cordial farewell.
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Speculation on Surge in Lebanon Attacks Raises Debate
Washington experts grapple with why U S Marines and French soldiers face a spike in attacks in Lebanon. Some fear efforts to deter movement and pressure U S pullout, others see rival militia violence as the root cause. many doubt central coordination. Congress ponders withdrawal as Weinberger warns of growing fighting.
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Aiken Standard Subscription and Ad Office Hours
The Aiken Standard lists contact numbers for subscriptions and classifieds and notes news tips. Display ads and classified advertising can be arranged by calling 648 2311 or 649 1555, with offices at 124 Rutland Drive open 8 30 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Emergency Numbers Aiken Area Public Safety Contacts
A list of emergency and public safety numbers for Aiken and surrounding communities including Aiken Community Hospital, various fire departments, sheriff and police departments, EMS, deaf emergency line, poison control, SC Highway Patrol, and related police units in Graniteville New Ellenton North Augusta Wagoner and Salley.
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