CAB Would Pull Out All Stops For Direct Europe Flights
The Civil Aeronautics Board proposed a major transatlantic overhaul allowing direct flights from 11 U S cities to Europe pending presidential approval. The plan shifts emphasis from New York and other Eastern gateways, giving Delta and Northwest Orient their first transatlantic services including Delta’s Atlanta to London route.
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Car bombing kills British ambassador in Dublin outskirts
The car carrying British Ambassador Christopher Ewart-Biggs and a female secretary was blown up by a land mine hidden in a roadway near the ambassador’s residence on Wednesday. The device appeared to be remotely detonated as the vehicle passed.
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UPI
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Senior Citizens hold whist party in Biddeford center
Members of the Biddeford Senior Citizen Club met Tuesday afternoon at the Ross Community Center on Washington Street. President Adelina Plante conducted the session and led the prayers and pledge. A whist party followed with Mrs Plante assisting. multiple members won prizes including Mrs Gregoire and Mrs Plante receiving special awards.
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IRA Leaders Held In envoy Death in Dublin Bomb Blast
Irish police say 13 suspected IRA men were arrested in the largest manhunt in Irish history after a car bomb killed British Ambassador Christopher Cubbon and wounded Brian Cubbon and Judith Cooke. Police suspect Provisional IRA or a splinter group, with several others detained in Dublin and Londonderry.
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Beiruts First Step in Buffer Zone Hopes Amid War
Saudi peace troops set up a small buffer zone in Beirut dividing Muslim and Christian sectors. About 150 soldiers consolidated at the main crossing while sniper fire continued elsewhere. Officials called the move a cautious test toward reestablishing contact and preventing partition.
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Montreal power outages linger as Hydro-Québec workers strike
Officials say most outages affecting over 26 000 Hydro-Québec customers remained unrepaired as utility workers ignore a back-to-work injunction. About 200 people from communities near Quebec City mobilized a crew to restore service. The walkout began Friday after rejecting a provincial mediator’s recommendations. the workers have been without a contract since January 1. The Olympic Organizing Committee also sued a company for defaulting on licensing fees for using the Olympic emblem on products.
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