Watt faces bipartisan call for resignation over slur
President Reagan accepted James Watt's apology while Congress accelerates pressure for his exit after Watt's remarks labeling a black a woman two Jews and a cripple. Dole Domenici Baker and others urge Watt to resign as Watt apologizes and aides contact all five commissioners.
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Peace plan eyed as New Jersey sails toward Beirut
Beir ut reports say a new peace plan to end the Lebanese civil war has been drafted with U S and Saudi mediation. President Gemayel and the Syrian-backed government reportedly must decide by Saturday. U S Navy jets and Syrian warplanes were active over Beirut and the Bekaa Valley.
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Riot Police Break Up Philippine Protests Under New Orders
Thousands of anti government demonstrators rallied in Manila’s financial district and near the U S Embassy but riot police used tear gas clubs and a jeep to disperse the protests. The rout follows the August assassination of opposition leader Bonigno Aquino and marks a first targeting the U S Embassy by Aquino sympathizers.
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Fires Triggered by Gas Line Ruptures in East Boston
In East Boston, gas line ruptures ignited up to 20 fires and an explosion risk, prompting rapid deployment of police, firefighters, and utility workers to multiple calls as authorities worked to control the incident.
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Senate Panel Debates 18 Month Lebanon Marines Timetable
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee weighs an 18 month post in Lebanon as Reagan and leaders press to avert a constitutional clash over troop deployments. Republicans and Democrats split on the timetable and the measure’s path to the president’s desk remains unclear.
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Doctor Convicted in 21 Rapes Faces 1370-Year Term
Akron AP report: Dr Edward Franklin Jackson Jr a 39 year old Columbus area physician found guilty of 21 rapes three attempted rapes four counts of gross imposition kidnapping 29 aggravated burglaries and possession of criminal tools. Jurors rejected his one in a million mental disorder defense and he faces up to 1370 years in prison. One victim Penny Wolfe described the verdict as ecstatic. Prosecutors may pursue 36 additional charges including 15 more rapes.
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Record Low Sets In Offbeat Fall Start In South Carolina
The Columbia area felt record cooling as autumn began with 46 degrees and clear skies at 4 am. Upstate Greer registered 42 and Charleston airport 52, while frost warnings continued for mountains and eastern Piedmont. Highs were to reach the 60s to 70s with overnight lows near 40 in mountains and eastern regions.
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EPA Keeps S.C. Waste Shipment Law Amid Federal Review
A meeting in Washington between state and federal officials led EPA to keep without nullifying a South Carolina law banning shipments of certain hazardous wastes into the state for burial or treatment. U.S. reps Derrick and Spratt pushed to resolve concerns that could affect interim federal approval of state enforcement powers before the October 5 deadline.
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Rather's Aim Absolute Accuracy in News Reporting
CBS News anchor Dan Rather urged reporters to strive for accuracy and fairness while remaining watchdogs, not lapdogs. He warned against harsh criticism of presidents while admitting occasional justified criticism and cautioned against becoming attack dogs in pursuit of truth.
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Aiken Standard Classified and News Desk Contacts
The Aiken Standard lists contact numbers for subscriptions, classifieds, news ideas and display ads. Offices at 124 Rutland Drive operate 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Emergency Numbers Provided by Aiken Standard
Aiken Community Hospital, Volunteer Fire Departments, Aiken County Sheriff, and Emergency Medical Services are listed with their contact numbers for community safety inquiries.
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