Presbyterians Move Toward Reunion Vote in February
South Presbyterians and North United Presbyterian Church near Greenville face a February ballot on reuniting after a 120 year split. Leaders say reunion is likely but hinge on a three fourths Southern vote, with swing in the Piedmont presbytery and concerns over faith confessions property and governance.
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Jim Andrews
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Datis Cole
First Presbyterian Church
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Reagan gas tax hike clears House in lame duck session
The gasoline tax would rise to 9 cents a gallon to fund $5.5 billion in highway and mass transit work. A more onerous highway user tax for large trucks would be paired with looser truck size and weight rules. The bill passed 262 to 143 after over 10 hours of debate.
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House Nears Vote On MX Missile Facing Drive
Washington AP reports the House prepared to vote on the MX missile after a White House and Capitol lobbying blitz. Administration officials and lawmakers traveled between the Capitol and White House amid concerns the program is unnecessary and destabilizing to the U.S.-Soviet balance.
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Economic Woes Seen Worldwide
Washington AP Regan warns that global economic woes may worsen unless major industrial nations meet to overhaul the international financial system. He says the monetary picture is strained and needs new measures.
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Treasury
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Clark Takes Role In Stride With New Heart
Salt Lake City AP Barney Clark, 61, longtime dentist and first recipient of a permanent artificial heart, rests on day six in the University of Utah Medical Center surgical ICU. He is listed in serious condition and focused on daily progress such as sitting up.
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Jane Steitch
University of Utah Medical Center
South Carolina National FDIC Penalty for Early Withdrawal
A South Carolina bank member of the FDIC imposes a substantial interest penalty on early withdrawals. The measure targets savings and time deposit accounts, aiming to curb rapid fund outflows amid market volatility. The policy details and effective date were announced by the institution's regulatory liaison.
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