Bomb's signature points to May 15 Palestinian group
Investigators link the Trans World Airlines bombing over southern Greece to the May 15 group based on the bomb's construction. Officials note May 15 is a little known Palestinian organization tied to plane bombings and headed by a leader codenamed Abu Ibrahim. A witness who survived the attack recounted her flight path and postflight experiences.
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Reagan orders top officials to monitor bombing in Europe
Reagan directed his top officials to monitor the La Belle disco bombing in West Berlin and provide an early assessment. He urged coordination with allies to isolate and condemn perpetrators, as claims of responsibility from several groups emerged. The blast killed a Turkish woman and a US serviceman, with dozens wounded and several suspects questioned.
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California narco sweep targets six Orange County homes
DEA Los Angeles chief Ted Hunter says cocaine demand shifts trafficking toward the West Coast from Florida as six Orange County residences are raided at about 9:45 p.m. Friday. Adult suspects are booked on possession for sale and held in lieu of four million dollar bail each.
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Kinley Assails Opponents in Iowa Gubernatorial Race
Sen George Kinley of Des Moines criticizes two Democratic rivals for leadership roles since 1978 and pins Iowa's deficit on the current direction. He cites a 150 million dollar surplus in 1978 and urges turning state government around. Opponents Anderson and Jenkins focus on Gov Branstad while other Dem candidate Roedrick warns against complaining.
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