Rebels kill 6 Americans in San Salvador cafe attack
Gunmen in Salvadoran army uniforms opened fire on two cafes on the city’s trendy boulevard wounding 15 and killing six Americans including four Marines and Wang Laboratories staff. Reagan condemned the killings and pledged support to El Salvador to pursue the attackers. Witnesses said Marines in civilian clothes were targeted amid the violence.
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Hostages oppose rescue bid in Beirut press conference
Five American hijack hostages told reporters in Beirut they fear a military rescue and urged the United States to refrain from action. Spokesman Allyn Conwell said all 37 Americans are safe and in good health at secret locations. The group appealed to President Reagan to avoid violent efforts to secure freedom. Thomas Cullins, 42, of Burlington, Vermont, said the hostages definitely fear a rescue attempt. Three more Americans were mentioned as present.
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Week of Terror Across Continents Signals Global Attacks
A week of terror across five continents leaves at least 113 dead and more than 230 wounded. Attacks include a TWA hijacking over the Mediterranean and bombings in Beirut, Belfast, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Tripoli, San Salvador, and Kathmandu with no immediate claims of responsibility. Notable victims include Australian children, Lebanese holidaymakers, Nepalese politicians, and U.S. servicemen.
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Bluefield rabbi backs Shiite hostage swap
Bluefield Rabbi E. L. Sapinsley of Congregation Ahavath Sholom endorses swapping some 700 Lebanese Shiites held by Israel for 40 American hostages while cautioning against reckless rescue attempts. He urges self defense but stresses not to exalt revenge and notes Americans must act decisively.
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First Day of Summer Brings Warm, Sunny Forecast
The region expects mostly sunny and mild conditions as summer begins. Highs reach the lower 80s with westerly winds 10 to 15 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy with lows in the upper 50s. Saturday highs in the mid-80s to low 90s, with a 20 percent chance of afternoon storms.
Bulldog bites front bumper of Camaroo Z 28 in Valdosta
Mike and Barbara Faw of Valdosta Georgia owned a 14000 Chevrolet Camaro Z 28 for five hours when their bulldog Gator jumped the fence and bit the front bumper causing about 476 dollars in damage plus labor. The owners hope homeowners insurance covers the bill.
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Barbara Faw
Valdosta
Inside Lawsuit Alleges Conspiracy At McClure No. 1 Mine
A $100 million lawsuit charges a coal company two supervisors and a state official with conspiring to hinder safety enforcement at the McClure No. 1 mine where seven miners died in a 1983 methane explosion. The suit seeks accountability for alleged failures and regulatory lapses.
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Star Wars research funding approved in House vote
The House approved higher funding for Strategic Defense Initiative research and ordered new studies on the program aimed at creating a shield against Soviet nuclear attack. Democratic negotiators rejected a Republican budget compromise on 1986 defense spending while keeping the Senate freeze on Social Security benefits.
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Bramwell settles mayoral tie as Murphy withdraws protest
In Bramwell the May 7 mayoral race ended 38-38 between incumbent Don Murphy and write-in Glen Scott. After a recount left the tally tied, a coin toss chose Scott. Murphy withdrew his protest Thursday, certifying Scott as winner and allowing oath on July 1. no fees claimed.
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