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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1988

Page

4

Federal drug testing rules set strict lab standards

Washington reports the government will publish stringent technical requirements for federal drug tests to combat cheating and ensure reliability. The guidelines mandate blue dyed toilet water to prevent adulteration, monitor sample temperatures, and include quality control samples. Agencies must test for cocaine and marijuana and possibly PCP opiates and amphetamines, with labs needing doctoral qualifications and court-ready procedures.

Stashington Post Washington Reagan

Cuomo rules out a draft for Democratic nomination

Gov. Mario Cuomo said he has ruled out a draft for the Democratic presidential nomination and will not endorse a candidate until after the June 7 primaries. He refused to say he would reject a draft if it occurred at the convention in Atlanta, citing the need to avoid binding language and political pressures.

Albany N.Y Mario Cuomo Associated Press Cuomo Democratic Party Atlanta Sherman William Tecumseh Sherman

Li Peng Named Premier by China's National People's Congress

The National People's Congress named Li Peng premier and endorsed a plan to cut bureaucracy. Li, 59, has acted as premier since November after Zhao Ziyang left the post to lead the Communist Party. Delegates could write in alternatives, but no count was reported. The vote approved a major state ministries reorganization, though the merger of rail and communications ministries and national airlines was dropped. Deng Xiaoping did not appear and 92 delegates were absent. Foreign reporters observed from a balcony before the results.

Beijing National People's Congress Li Peng Zhao Ziyang Communist Party Poli Li China Chou Enlai Industry Great Hall of the People Railway and Communications Ministries National Airlines Deng Xiaoping

Beit Ummar Town Rubble After Army Destruction

Beit Ummar in the West Bank reported extensive damage after a two hour army action described as retaliation for a Friday protest. A reporter counted over 70 damaged properties along the main street including homes shops a mosque and vehicles with windows broken doors ripped shutters and tractors toppled.

Wazene Beit Ummar West Bank Occupied Territories Gaza Strip Nablus Gaza

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