South Korea Purge Dismisses 232 Senior Officials
South Korea's military rulers fired 232 senior officials, about 17 percent of the top bureaucracy, in a sweeping purge. Fifteen involved in alleged flagrant misconduct were seized for investigation as the Special Committee for National Security Measures, led by Lt. Gen. Chun Doo Hwan, announced the moves under martial law.
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Anderson escapes unhurt after hotel crash in Jerusalem
Independent presidential candidate John Anderson was shaken but not hurt when his official car was hit as it pulled away from Jerusalem's King David Hotel. Witnesses disputed whether bodyguards drew weapons. no injuries were reported though vehicles were damaged.
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Quakes Rock Greece Killing One Injuring Seventeen
Three strong earthquakes hit eastern Greece early today, killing one and injuring 17 while causing widespread damage in Volos area. The most powerful quake registered 6.3 and centered 93 miles northwest of Athens with aftershocks continuing.
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Pope Calls for Justice at Brazilian Eucharistic Conference
In Fortaleza the Pope urged justice for all as he opened a nationwide eucharistic conference during a 12 day Brazil visit. He highlighted rural migration to cities from Ceara and Rio de Janeiro with Cardinal Lorscheider noting the need for peace and secure futures.
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Six Die as Crowd Tramples for Pope Welcome in Brazil
In Fortaleza ahead of John Paul II's arrival, at least six people were killed and about 100 injured as crowds surged toward a stadium door. The pope's 12 day visit continued after a prior stop in Belem. Officials investigated the stampede at Castelao Stadium two hours before he was to enter.
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Senate Move Surprises Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United States says he is astonished by a 68 senator letter urging President Carter not to sell equipment that could turn F-15 jets from defensive to offensive use. The 1978 agreement allows jets with limits. Saudis seek larger fuel tanks and bomb racks for 60 jets not yet delivered.
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