06 Mar 1989
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1989
Page
19
Navy to tighten inspections on older vessels after a report faulting maintenance aboard the U S S Bonefish. Representative Arthur Ravenel says the findings will lead to tougher procedures behind bulkheads and improved upkeep following last year’s fatal submarine fire.
A massive solar flare from Monday on the sun’s edge may trigger auroras and disrupt satellites and navigation. Federal officials warn of possible interference with aircraft communications and television signals while GOES satellite capacity is exceeded. Forecaster Joe Kunches calls it the strongest eruption since 1984.
Bolivian President Victor Paz Estenssoro nears end of a long presidency praised for stabilizing Bolivia, a nation with a turbulent history of 75 governments. He led two revolutions, tamed 24 000 percent inflation, and rebuilt the economy despite political upheaval and past coups.
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Senator Heflin voiced support for John Tower's nomination, saying the FBI case was unpersuasive and Tower should be given a chance to redeem himself, while Senator Pryor warned the former Texas senator may create problems due to defense contractor ties. Bush urged Democrats to set partisanship aside as votes loom.
Opposition MPs in London charge Thatcher's government underfunds Britain's state railways after a third fatal crash in three months. Sixty-six injured in scattershot incidents include Purley and Clapham Junction with calls for safety inquiries and warnings that cost targets threaten standards.
Prosecutors outline Oliver North ties to Carl Channell, a convict who ran the National Endowment for the Preservation of Liberty, used White House briefings to appeal for tax exempt contributions aiding the Nicaraguan Contras. One donor wrote a 20000 check. Channell testified about fundraising reach and meetings. Dutton testified North admired a Contra operation photo album and hoped it reach the president.
Army Sgt James W Hall III pleads guilty to 10 counts of espionage for spying for Warsaw Pact nations. He admits participation from 1983 to 1988 in delivering classified military information to East Germany and the Soviet Union. Col Howard Eggers will decide on acceptance of the plea after presenting witnesses.
Howard University students occupy the Mordecai Wyatt Johnson Administration Building demanding the removal or resignation of RNC Chairman Lee Atwater from the board of trustees. Protests disrupt the charter day convocation with Bill Cosby paused, citing Atwater’s Willie Horton tactics as fueling anti black sentiment and aiding the election of David Duke. Atwater meets students but remains committed to his seat on the board.
Chinese police fire on Tibetans for a third day in Lhasa amid protests over an unrest wave. Tibetans parade the banned flag, throw stones, and ignite bonfires with Chinese goods as clashes leave at least 12 dead. Foreign tourists report chaos near Beijing Road and central square.
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