Imminent Senate floor clash over penny tax plan
In Columbia AP reports the Senate braces for a decisive showdown on Gov. Riley's $215.9 million education package tied to a penny sales tax. Republicans oppose separate passage, while Democrats defend funding for remedial education and teacher raises amid budget concerns and voting rights preclearance worries.
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Americans' April income and spending rise signals stronger economy
Americans' personal income rose 0.5 percent in April while consumer spending gained 1.1 percent, the Commerce Department said. The report shows a rebound in demand after March's 0.4 percent rise and February's 1.1 percent drop, suggesting renewed momentum.
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Housing Starts Jump 19.3 Percent in April
The Commerce Department reports housing construction rose 19.3 percent in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.9 million units. This marks the strongest monthly increase since January 1983, as builders rebound despite poor spring weather.
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Commerce Department
Senate Passes Major $144 Billion Deficit Bill Nearing Action
The Republican Senate clears the final hurdle on a $144 billion deficit reduction package backed by President Reagan. An amendment by Sen. Max Baucus seeks to restore $588 million in Medicare cuts over three years and block the proposed Part B deductible increase from $75 to $86 by 1987.
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Congress Deadlocks On Aid To Rebels In Nicaragua
Washington AP report says House Senate conferees remain deadlocked over aid to Nicaraguan rebels with key Democrats opposing any funding. Administration supporters urge at least enough to wind down the operation as conference talks open. Rep Edward Boland of Massachusetts rejects extra money for rebels.
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Ardito Barletta Wins Panama Direct Presidential Election
Nicolas Ardito Barletta, political heir to the late Gen Omar Torrijos, is declared winner of Panama’s first direct presidential election in 16 years. Everardo Tomlinson, secretary-general of the Supreme Election Tribunal, announced the victory twice, once before dawn and again after sundown, for the May 6 vote.
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Kennedy death hotel scene questioned by babysitter
Diane Broughton recalls 1968 California primary night with David Kennedy and Bob Galland in a Beverly Hills hotel bungalow. She disputes Theodore White’s claim that David watched news alone and says Galland would not have left him unattended.
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Bellhops Charged In Coke Sale
Palm Beach officials say David Kennedy asked two hotel bellhops at the Brazilian Court to sell cocaine and praised its quality. Kennedy, 28, son of the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, was found dead April 25 from a mix of cocaine Demerol and Mellaril. Bellhops Peter Marchant and David Dorr, ages 24 and 30, face charges of selling cocaine and conspiring to sell.
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Film legends Lucas and Spielberg honor Hollywood with handprints
George Lucas and Steven Spielberg left handprints and footprints in cement at Mann's Chinese Theater after signing their names. Sen Bill Bradley named National Fathers 1984 honoree. Capt Mark Phillips trains for Kentucky Three-Day Event with Arctic Leaf at the Kentucky Horse Park.
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Arctic Leaf
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Wild Day as Floodwaters Swirl Through Baggs and West
Water four feet deep flooded Baggs Wyoming after a dam rupture forcing hundreds to flee while Idaho works to divert reservoir outflow from a 700 resident town. In Colorado and Utah volunteers pile sandbags to divert meltwater and residents dig from mudslides as warmer weather nears.
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Classified and contact information for Aiken Standard
Subscribe and advertising lines list phone numbers for subscriptions 648 2311 and classifieds 649 1555. News ideas and display ads also reference 648 2311. Offices are at 124 Rutland Drive and open 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Friday.
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Emergency Numbers for Aiken Area Services
The message lists key emergency contacts for Aiken including Aiken Community Hospital, volunteer fire departments, Aiken County Sheriff, and emergency medical services with corresponding phone numbers. It serves as a quick reference for urgent public safety needs.
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