Soviet Union detonates 11th underground nuclear test
The Tass news agency reported the Soviet Union detonated its 11th underground nuclear test since ending a unilateral freeze. The blast occurred at Semipalatinsk in Kazakhstan at 5:20 a.m. Moscow time with an estimated yield of 20 to 150 kilotons.
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Thatcher Sees Reagan As Leader Pushes for Arms Pact
British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, in Washington, expresses confidence in President Reagan amid Iran-Contra scrutiny. She says Reagan remains a world leader and supports pursuing a verifiable Soviet arms reduction pact, noting U S leadership is crucial for free world interests. She cites South Korea unrest and U N ceasefire push as examples of his leadership. Thatcher also says verification challenges slow missile talks and that Gorbachev seeks a pact as reforms continue.
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Baker cites progress on deficit as revenues rise
Treasury Secretary James A. Baker III says the federal deficit may shrink about 20 billion more than expected, to roughly 155 billion, due to higher revenues from the tax overhaul and other developments. He spoke after a Cabinet budget meeting, noting the decline versus last year and the administration’s tax changes.
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Administration Defends Nuclear Waste Disposal Plan
Ben C. Rusche of the Energy Department told the Senate committee that the approach for disposing of highly radioactive waste is valid and urgent. He cited 1982 legislation establishing a permanent deep underground depot for 10,000 year storage and urged backing despite opposition seeking to derail progress.
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Reagan extends specialty steel import protections
President Reagan extends quotas and tariffs on specialty steel for another 26 months beyond the Sunday expiration date. He cites ongoing widespread trade problems faced by U.S. manufacturers.
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News media warned to stay clear of Gulf war vessels
The Defense Department issues a Notice to Airmen requiring media to keep five nautical miles from U S Navy ships and 2000 feet altitude in the Persian Gulf. Pentagon spokesman Robert Sims cited international reporting that reporters are gathering in expectation of possible developments.
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Housing Construction Falls For 4th Consecutive Month
The Commerce Department reports housing construction declined 0.7 percent in June to a 1.59 million unit annual rate, the slowest since August 1984. It marks four straight monthly declines, a first since mid 1981, amid rising mortgage rates that reached near 11 percent by mid May.
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Former White House Aide Indicted in Wedtech Scandal
Former White House political director Lyn Nofziger is indicted for alleged federal conflict of interest violations tied to lobbying for Wedtech Corp. The case also involves Attorney General Meese and Rep. Biaggi as authorities probe Wedtech’s bid for defense contracts and allegations of bribery.
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Rebels strike San Jose de Bocay in pre-dawn attack
Contra rebels attacked the northern town of San Jose de Bocay with rockets and mortars injuring 19 militiamen and six civilians, according to Nicaragua's Defense Ministry. The insurgents overran the town and damaged a Sandinista airstrip and the nearby San Jacinto cooperative, with details disputed by authorities.
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Jet near miss over Scotland involves BA 238
London to Los Angeles flight BA 238 carrying about 300 passengers nearly collided with a Royal Air Force Hercules over Carlisle Scotland. The Boeing 747 swerved to avoid the tail of the Hercules and passed within 200 yards at 26 000 feet.
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Aiken Standard Classified Ads and Contact Info
Contact numbers for subscription and classified ads are listed. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays with Sunday hours 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The office address is 124 Rutland Drive and mailing address is P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29802.
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Emergency Numbers Listing From Aiken Standard
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