White House arms Iran Iran money scandal rocks Reagan era
The Iran contra crisis deepens as secret arms sales to Iran are revealed and funds diverted to Nicaraguan rebels. President Reagan faces resignations and firings including National Security Adviser Poindexter and NSC aide Oliver North, with probes by Justice and a forthcoming commission. The affair reshapes policy, politics, and Washington’s outlook on his administration.
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Reagan dismissals and arms scandal reshape NSC staff
President Reagan disclosed that Vice Adm. John Poindexter asked to return to Navy service and Lt. Col. Oliver North was relieved from NSC duties. Meese said up to 30 million dollars from Iranian arms payments benefited Nicaraguan rebels and that the first Iran arms shipment occurred in 1985 with Reagan's post hoc approval. Members of Congress urged outside investigation as Keel was named acting top NSC staff.
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Lawmakers demand probe into Iran scandal by prosecutor
Lawmakers furious over Reagan administration arms sales to Iran and aid to Nicaraguan rebels call for a special prosecutor. They cite Meese disclosures and Poindexter North resignations as signs of out of control foreign policy and protest the White House leadership. Senator Byrd questions the president’s knowledge of events in the White House basement.
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North Secretly Directed Contra War Says Officials
Washington AP reports that Marine Lt. Col. Oliver L. North, fired over diverting Iranian arms sale profits to the Contras, secretly ran U S policy toward Nicaragua for two years after Congress blocked aid. North became the main link between the White House and Contras under Reagan. Anonymity-backed officials describe him as a one-man cabal.
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Weather outlook for Wednesday with showers expected
The forecast calls for clouds and showers with a possible thunder rumble. High near 57 degrees. Tonight remains overcast with more showers and a low around 46 degrees.
Dow Jones Climbs to 1912 as Trade Axes Mixed
Dow Jones industrial average rose 6.05 points to 1,912.12 amid a see-saw session led by technical factors. Analysts noted mixed stock prices with several issues advancing while others sagged on Monday.
State cites costly bum advice from government official
Gov Arch Moore said on Tuesday that the state paid millions for faulty financial guidance labeled as bum advice. The issue touched teacher retirement benefits and a related lawsuit, with potential repercussions for state operations.
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Prices edge up as energy dips, but auto demand leads
U S consumer prices rose just under 0.2 percent last month as gains in new cars and auto financing offset a drop in energy costs. Over 12 months, inflation sits at 1.5 percent, the lowest since the 1960s, while durable goods orders fell 6 percent in October. Existing home sales reached 3.76 million annually with a median price of 79,700 dollars.
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West Virginia teacher pay scales show Marshall top and Grant bottom
A statewide survey in the West Virginia School Journal shows Marshall County offers the highest starting and top wages for teachers, while Grant County pays the lowest. Mercer, McDowell and Monroe join 30 counties with a $15,055 starting salary, midway between Marshall and Grant. Marshall's top wage reaches $30,353 with a master’s degree and extra credits, while Grant’s range runs from $13,555 to $25,194.
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Bowen joins effort to draft county credit card policy
TAZEWELL Virginia Commonwealth's Attorney T C Bowen III works with Tazewell County supervisors on written rules for county credit card use and reimbursements He urges banning personal charges including liquor recreation and spouses and favors a defined spending limit along with detailed receipts The county administrator would approve receipts and enforce the policy with Bowen noting no investigation is involved and the policy should be approved by the December board meeting
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