Reagan asserts Western resolve against Soviet threat in Lisbon
In Lisbon Reagan declares Western nations must stay militarily strong to safeguard liberty. In his final Europe speech before the National Assembly he praises Portugal's shift to democracy and criticizes communism while sparring with Gorbachev remarks. He cites postwar unity and rearmament to deter violence.
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Reagan Trip Highlights European Visit Details
Washington AP reports the remaining events of President Reagan’s 10 day European trip. On May 9 he meets Portuguese Prime Minister Mario Soares, addresses the National Assembly, and attends a lunch and state dinner. May 10 the Reagans visit Quelez Palace, take part in departure ceremonies, and return to Washington.
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Japan U S Sign Pact On Manned Space Station Plan
Japan and the United States signed an agreement outlining Japan's participation in the U S manned space station planned for 1992. Keiichi Takeuchi and NASA head James Beggs signed the pact as the station intended to orbit about 300 miles up and support six to eight crew. Japan eyed a large investment range from 400 million to 1.2 billion dollars for design and development of a space lab component.
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U S Economy Hovers Between Growth and Recession
Federal Reserve vice chairman Preston Martin warned the U S economy is on the edge between healthy growth and a growth recession. A Washington report showed a $28.3 billion first quarter merchandise trade deficit, up 16 percent from late 1984, as oil imports fell to a low not seen since the early 1970s.
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Congress to Scale Back Reagan Defense Buildup
Congress signals reduction of Reagan defense expansion after House committee votes cut military retirement and the MX missile program while approving Pentagon outlays of 304.5 billion dollars for fiscal 1986, with no real increase beyond 4 percent to cover inflation.
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Congress to repeal ridiculed auto tax logging rule
Congress moves to kill a deeply unpopular federal rule that would require up to 30 million drivers to log daily car use. The House passed repeal 426 to 1, with only Barney Frank voting no, hinges on Senate approval and Reagan’s signature to erase the law’s $1 billion revenue loss over 542 years.
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Soviets Mark War End As Gorbachov Leads Victory Day Parade
Red Army veterans and allied divisions marched past the Kremlin to honor Victory Day the 40th anniversary of Nazi surrender. Mikhail Gorbachev led Politburo members onto Lenin's mausoleum while Marshal Sergei Sokolov praised valor and warned Western propaganda misstates history.
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Hospital Costs Rise Modestly in South Carolina 1984
The South Carolina Hospital Association reports hospital costs rose 4.7 percent in 1984 from 1983, a low increase since 1971. Admissions fell by 7,000 that year while SC ranked 43rd in cost per day and 49th in semi private room rates.
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Proposed S C Budget Still Not Balanced
Columbia AP budget report shows the state appropriations bill $29 million out of balance even after a revised revenue estimate. Senate Finance Chairman Wad dell notes this is less than 2 percent of the general fund, with a 4 percent base pay raise and 1 percent merit raise instead of the House’s 6 percent or 5 percent plus 2 percent plan. The Board of Economic Advisors raised projections by 12 million this year and 9 million next year, but sales tax receipts lag threaten Education Improvement Act funding.
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Upstate Peach Crop Hit Hard by Weather Grands
Upstate South Carolina peach crops were nearly wiped out by severe weather, while Midlands and Lowcountry growers may see stronger markets. Clemson experts forecast reduced production but good fruit quality and higher demand due to tight supply. Prices likely rise as growers in central and coastal regions lead output.
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Aiken Standard Office Hours Set by Local Paper
The Aiken Standard reports office hours at 124 Rutland Drive are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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