Carter halts decades of CIA funds to King Hussein
Washington reports that Jordan’s King Hussein received millions from the CIA over 20 years spanning five presidents. President Carter ordered the payments stopped after learning of the arrangement, with about 750000 dollars paid last year for informants and intelligence, enabling CIA activity in Jordan.
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EPA lead decision here could set U.S. standard
EPA Boston officials say they expect a Washington reply by month end on their 12 page Bennington water lead report. The central question asks if there is immediate and substantial endangerment to health from the lead levels, and the ruling could affect most U S communities with lead problems.
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Soviet Protest Over US Human Rights Actions
The Soviet Union protested US moves on human rights after President Carter sent a personal letter to dissident Andrei Sakharov. Tass reported Ambassador Dobrynin met at the State Department to protest Washington's support of Soviet human rights activists.
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Amin launches terror campaign in Uganda killings
Nairobi reports say Idi Amin has begun a terror campaign against Christians in northern Uganda. Troops with machine guns have killed hundreds of men, women, and children, as Uganda ignores international outrage. A partial investigation into the deaths of the black Anglican archbishop and two senior cabinet ministers is noted.
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Vermont lawmakers judge judges as Springer wins firm re election
Vermont legislators from Essex, Orleans and Caledonia Counties urged nixing District Judge Lewis Springer amid charges of backlogged dockets and coddling criminals. Despite intense opposition, Springer won a six year term 100 to 71 as lawmakers debated judicial credibility and administrative failures.
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Mt Anthony Boys Clinch Fourth Straight SVL Title
The Mt Anthony basketball team celebrated its fourth consecutive Southern Vermont League championship by defeating Bellows Falls last night. MAU eyes a fourth straight state title as players and coaches pose for photos in a team lineup with Rick Wright, Pete Henningsen, and staff. The article notes upcoming state championships and lists the team personnel and supporters.
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Vance sees narrowing gaps on PLO link with Jordan plan
Secretary of State Cyrus Vance reported a narrowing of positions among Israel and Arab states during his Middle East tour. He highlighted Sadat's idea of a federation linking a Palestinian state with Jordan to revitalize Palestinian participation in Geneva talks and noted some PLO members may be ready to modify the covenant calling for Israel's destruction while stressing big differences remain.
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Vermont liquor trade under review as deficit stores face closure
Vermont weighs shrinking its state run liquor system amid annual red ink and shifting demand. White River and Vergennes stores are slated for closure while a legislative bill could pull Vermont from liquor sales. Officials cite out of state buyers and falling tourism as key factors.
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Kendall Adams Day Celebrates 50 Years in Scouting
Local observance honors Kendall Adams for half a century of service with a ceremony and community recognition. The feature highlights Adams’s impact on youth development and the local scouting movement.
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