Washington Times faces lawsuit over Deaver book excerpts
William Morrow & Co plans to sue the Washington Times for copyright infringement over Dec. 4 and Dec. 7 stories about Michael K. Deaver's memoir Behind the Scenes. The Times defends the reporting as timely galleys from Reagan era adviser reminiscences.
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FDA considers bans on sulfites in potatoes and stock limits
The FDA proposes banning sulfites on fresh potatoes used for hash browns and cottage fries after linking four deaths to exposure. The agency says sulfites pose health risks to up to one million people with allergies, many with asthma. A presidential stock market panel weighs limits on daily price swings to prevent chaotic trading, though some oppose it due to potential gravitational effects.
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Poindexter Retires After 29 Years in Navy
Washington AP reports former national security adviser John M. Poindexter retires from the Navy after 29 years. He delayed Oct 1 retirement to Dec 1 for personal reasons and had returned to serve in long range planning after resigning as adviser in 1986.
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Capitol Christmas Tree Illuminated at Capitol
A 78 year old Norway spruce from Ohio was lit on the Capitol lawn by House Speaker Jim Wright. The 60 foot tree from Wayne National Forest near Marietta Ohio carries 4 000 lights and 6 000 ornaments and stands on the west lawn.
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Vidalia Edges Toward Apology Over Ad Image
Vidalia, Louisiana Mayor Sam Randazzo says Drexel Burnham Lambert apologized for a TV ad that depicted Vidalia as a rundown backwoods town. He noted the image was wrong and promised correction. The firm financed Catalyst Energy Corp. hydroelectric plant project in Vidalia.
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N Reactor Restart Politics Tied to Reagan Gorbachev Pact
U S Rep Sid Morrison says the nuclear arms treaty signed by Reagan and Gorbachev could boost opponents of restarting Hanford’s N Reactor by arguing reduced need for plutonium. Opponents note treaty cuts missiles but supporters say defense needs persist while DOE plans safety upgrades at Hanford continue.
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Justice Department scraps Cuban detainee review plan
Immigration critics say the INS final decision process will be replaced by a neutral review body. Rep. Swindall and attorney Gary Leshaw press for hearings and a presumption of release with counsel. Burns to outline new format. Meese promised action during prison uprisings.
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Philippine Leader Vows Protege Defense
Opposition Senator Enrile said his firm would defend Col. Gregorio Honasan, leader of the August coup attempt, who was arrested in a Manila suburb. The arrest boosted Manila stock trading and came as bombs found near City Hall were defused.
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Bomb hits Athens Chamber of Commerce building
An explosion at the Athens Chamber of Commerce in downtown Athens injures three people, damages a 6th floor conference room, and shatters windows during a lunchtime event. Police say the blast appeared politically motivated amid elections for new chamber members.
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