Reagan showdown over Rehnquist testimony investigation
Four men including a former federal prosecutor contradicted Rehnquist’s sworn testimony about intimidating black and Hispanic voters in Phoenix in 1962. The Senate panel neared closure on his nomination as chief justice while Democrats pressed for more memos from his time as assistant attorney general, amid ongoing bargaining over executive privilege and scope.
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Tax plan yields ground on IRAs
Washington AP House Democrats offer a new tax plan to Senate negotiators to ease a stalemate on tax reform. It lowers individual taxes by 7.6 percent in 1988, scales back deductions for IRAs and consumer interest, and raises taxes on corporations by 141.7 billion over five years. The proposal would cut taxes for 80.5 million people and raise them for 19.7 million, with many increases falling on those earning under 30 thousand. Dan Rostenkowski calls it a quantum leap toward a final proposal.
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Jobless rate dips under seven percent in July
Unemployment fell to 6.9 percent in July with 8.19 million seeking work, a 253000 drop. The durable downturn in factory jobs continues, while construction adds 55000 positions and service sectors boost overall payrolls, including gains in retail and finance.
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Senate panel backs tough South Africa sanctions bill
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee approved a broad sanctions package against South Africa by a 15 to 2 vote. It bars new U.S. investments, bans Pretoria airplanes from landing, blocks South African coal and uranium imports, and targets government controlled firms. It also authorizes visa denials for leaders and allows sale of U.S. gold to depress the world price.
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Weekend Forecast For Saturday Partial Sun And Storm Risk
Saturday outlook calls for partial sun with low humidity and a high near 78 degrees. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 62 and a chance of a thunderstorm.
Dow dips to 1763.64 as market stalls on late Friday
The Dow Jones average fell 11.67 points to 1,763.64 in late trading after a brief rally attempt on optimistic economic news. It marked its lowest close since May 19 when it stood at 1,758.18.
Heat July among warmest in Bluefield history
Bluefield posted one of its warmest Julys on record with July average 72.5 degrees, and the month tied the Aug 1 high record at 85. Downtown readings show higher averages than airport data due to elevation. Tim Kish notes continued heat into August. story continued on Heat A-2.
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Apco Offers Lower Rates to Spur WV Industry Growth
Appalchian Power Company unveils the Economic Development Rider Program to attract new and existing industry, including coal mines, in southern West Virginia. Division manager T A Rotenberry says the incentive comprises reduced electrical rates, approved by the Public Service Commission, with firms now being notified. The program aims to ease unemployment and stimulate manufacturing and mining expansion in the region.
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