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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1980
Page
5
New microprocessor aided pacemakers offer programmable functions from a single device and can be reprogrammed non surgically. Lithium batteries extend life up to 10 years compared with 18 months to two years for early models. Some devices mimic natural heart rhythm and treat heart block without repeated surgeries.
On their 15th wedding anniversary Christina Ford and Henry Ford II begin a divorce trial in Wayne County Circuit Court. The case, billed as the battle of the lawyers, features 30 to 40 witnesses and a high-profile cast including Rosemarie Marcie Riviere, amid questions over a potential settlement for the 49-year-old Italian-born socialite.
In New Orleans Mardi Gras kicks off with a street party expected to attract about one million revelers. Ten parade krewes including Rex and Zulu prepare elaborate floats while debutantes attend balls, as beads and doubloons fly to awaiting crowds.
U S cattlemen vote on a proposed 40 million promotional program funded by a 20 cent per 100 dollar beef sales assessment. Supporters say funds would boost research and foreign market development while promoting beef’s nutritional benefits and countering anti meat propaganda. Opponents worry about higher prices and market impact. The measure needs a simple majority this year after a 1977 Beeferendum failed to reach two thirds.
Mayor Jane Byrne refused to bargain as Chicago firefighters continue a six day strike. She announced court action to remove picketers and reported arrests among strikers while a fatal blaze occurred. New recruits are being trained to fill vacancies.
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