Soviet Union denounces Reagan summit rhetoric
Moscow says Reagan wants to turn a Chernenko meeting into propaganda for his campaign and would require policy changes. Tass notes the Kremlin supports a summit in principle but cautions against making it a transient propaganda aim. Reagan last week said the door is always open but did not specify conditions.
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Budget Compromise Reaches General Assembly Before Adjournment
A budget compromise worth 2.6 billion dollars aims to fund Gov. Riley education package with 32 million in tax credits. House and Senate negotiators worked late to send the document to colleagues on the session's final regular day. Representative Kay Patterson predicts approval, warning of trouble if it fails.
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AIDS cases rise as nation reports nearly five thousand infections
ATLANTA AP Nearly 5 000 Americans have AIDS as federal health researchers note a continuing rise in cases. The CDC says adults see an increasing incidence though slower than early 1983 while 4 918 cases are reported and about 45 percent have died. Researchers link the illness to a virus first identified in France in 1983.
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Doctors To Fight Set Fees In Medicare War
AMA president warns against government power to mandate Medicare fees calling it war. Dr. James Sammons reports Rep. Dan Rostenkowski and Democratic leaders push for fee setting as part of a budget compromise, citing Budget Director Stockman.
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Salt and BP Link Questioned by Oregon Research
Oregon researchers report in Science that balanced intake of calcium and other nutrients may prevent high blood pressure even with unrestricted salt use. They argue hypertension relates more to nutrient deficiencies than to sodium excess.
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Mondale Hollings VP speculation denied by aides
Mondale aides deny Dan Rather report that Hollings is Mondale’s running mate. Fernandez says Hollings’ name is only speculation, while Duncan states Mondale has not picked a candidate. Hollings has been floated by several Southern Democratic chairs.
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Fritz) Hollings
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Defense Compromise Moves On To Resolve House Senate Defenses
A congressional conference committee hammers out differences between House and Senate defense bills for next year. Key clash centers on Reagan's demand for MX intercontinental missiles. Senate okayed a 291 billion package. House approved 284 billion. Both sides press ahead with negotiations through next week.
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Inflation Eases as Food Prices Fall in May
Consumer prices rose 0.2 percent in May, aided by a 0.2 percent gasoline gain and a 0.2 percent drop in food prices. Year to date inflation runs at 4.6 percent per the CPI, with energy below peak levels and overall annual rise at 4.2 percent over the last twelve months.
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Springsteen Concerts Sell Out Record Pace in New Jersey
Bruce Springsteen concert tickets at Brendan Byrne Arena sold out in 28 hours for 10 shows. About 7,200 tickets per hour moved at $16 each, yielding about $3.2 million in gross receipts. Arena official notes his strong New Jersey following and hometown ties.
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New York Church Clash Deepens Over Homosexual Rights
The archbishop of New York denounces homosexuality as a sin while gay rights activists call it a blessing. The Coalition for Lesbian and Gay Rights placed a petition on St Patrick's Cathedral requesting a meeting with Archbishop John J. O’Connor to discuss mutual understanding and respect for rights. The dispute follows O’Connor’s refusal to comply with Mayor Koch’s executive order.
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Being Ugly Is Beautiful For These bartenders
In Atlantic City the fifth Ugliest Bartender Contest awards beauty in fundraising. Contestants wear bags over their heads and are judged on charity work rather than looks. Proceeds support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Delaware Valley chapter, which raised $135,000 last year.
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Rain relief helps South Carolina crops but drought lingers
State climatologist says two days of showers eased a three week drought in areas from the Midlands to Charleston and the Pee Dee but heat stress persists with 90 to 100 degree days. Tobacco, soybean and corn crops face ongoing moisture needs as July 1 planting deadline looms and a Cayce doll factory roof collapses after Thursday’s downpour.
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AT&T Reach Out program eyed for state customers
A Southern Bell spokesman says AT&T hopes to offer Reach Out discounts to state customers under existing law. The move aims to create a strong environmental stance and improve the current situation as August approaches.
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