Settlement Near in GM Delco Strike After 17 Hour Talks
A tentative deal was reached in a walkout that shut GM factories in eight states leaving 44 550 workers off the job. The agreement between GM Delco Electronics and UAW Local 292 in Kokomo Indiana awaits ratification set for Saturday with details withheld pending vote. Work to resume soon after ratification.
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Palestine bombing case ties German-Arab Society to Syria
In Berlin the trial of Ahmed Nawaz Hasi and Farouk Salameh revealed the German Arab Friendship Society sought funds from the Syrian Embassy in East Berlin a month before the March 29 bombing that injured nine. Hassan Ammusch testified amid defense denial from Mahmoud Jaber.
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Transportation Dept Proposes Delay on Passenger Air Bags
The Transportation Department tentatively approves a plan delaying universal passive restraints to begin by 1989 with driver side air bags in more cars to meet a several year extension. The policy aims to protect drivers and front seat passengers but may slow front seat protection.
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Transportation
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Launch Pad Escape Test Highlights Safety Lessons
NASA launch director Gene Thomas says the seven astronaut drill at Cape Canaveral exposed communication, escape vehicle, helicopter, and water deluge system failures. He notes the exercise, prompted by the Challenger disaster, will drive hard safety refinements before shuttle flights resume.
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Bronx Man Larry Davis Suspected in Police Shooting Spree
New York authorities issued a look for Larry Davis of the Bronx after he allegedly opened fire on six police officers who entered his sister's apartment. A 30 detective task force was formed to pursue him as he fled through a rear window, leaving officers wounded.
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Police protest taxes on clothing allowance in Somerville
Somerville police officers numbering 142 returned their paychecks to protest income tax withholding on a 400 dollar annual clothing allowance that had been tax free. Officer Joseph Fahey called the move a bid to avoid becoming shabbily dressed without full pay while the town seeks a resolution.
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Democrats vow fast challenge to Reagan agenda in new Senate
Senate Democrats with a 55 45 majority plan quick action when the 100th Congress opens. Leader Byrd warns against waiting for the White House agenda as Republicans endure Iran arms sales controversy and Dole calls for moving on. Wright backs swift legislative start. Reagan hosts a somber, black tie dinner marking GOP gains.
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Pope John Paul II welcomed in Fiji with whale teeth and roast pig
Tribal chiefs presented the pope with whale teeth and a roast pig during a Fiji welcome ceremony on his first visit to the South Pacific archipelago. He said the visit would foster Christian dedication in the Pacific. The pope, 66, plans a 24 hour stay then depart for New Zealand, Australia, and the Seychelles before returning to Rome. News of four Fiji soldiers killed in a Lebanon car bomb reached Suva as the ceremony unfolded.
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Philippines military seeks Cabinet changes amid rumors of destabilization
Gen. Fidel V. Ramos confirmed the military wants Cabinet officials fired and said ministers not performing adequately should be replaced. A presidential adviser suggested possible U.S. influence in destabilization efforts. Ramos denied calls for elections or reconvening parliament.
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Hasenfus Relatives Meet Nicaragua Vice President Hints at Pardon
Relatives of Eugene Hasenfus met Nicaragua's vice president at a University of Wisconsin Madison center and were told a pardon is an open possibility. Sergio Ramirez said a pardon could ease U S relations and prevent a repeat incident. Hasenfus, a Marinette native, was captured after parachuting from a rebel supply plane shot down in Nicaragua. He was sentenced to 30 years for delivering weapons to Contra rebels.
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Aiken Standard Office and Contact Hours
The notice lists subscription and classified ads contacts with phone numbers 649 5316 649 1555 and idea line 648 2311. It gives display ad and customer service hours 5 30 pm 7 pm weekdays and 8 am 10 30 am Sundays, and office address 124 Rutland Drive in Aiken South Carolina.
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