Cubans Seek Asylum At Peruvian Embassy In Havana
Government sources say about 1300 Cubans sought refuge inside the Peruvian Embassy in Havana after Cubans attacked the gate and Cuban guards fired. Havana withdrew police protection amid Fidel Castro’s threats to deny safe conduct and force dissidents to choose between asylum or Cuban authorities. Jaime Caceres of Peru’s Foreign Ministry is in Havana negotiating exits.
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Atheists protest sparks hotel standoff at convention
Atheists gathered for the American Atheists convention in Southfield Michigan faced a food dispute after Easter remarks by catering staff. Madalyn Murray O Hair led a picket line demanding meals outside the Sheraton while the hotel offered service and threatened legal action over unpaid bills.
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Detroit
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U.S. Supreme Court
Carter Reagan sweep Louisiana primary win for Carter and Reagan
President Carter and Ronald Reagan won large victories in Louisiana with Carter defeating Edward Kennedy by more than two to one and Reagan beating George Bush by over three to one. Voter turnout was about 25 percent as campaigns largely ignored the state. Carter also swept Mississippi delegates before polls closed.
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