Pentagon cites SR-71 sighting in Korean airspace report
Pentagon spokesman says on August 26 a U S Air Force SR-71 flying near the Korean DMZ reported a contrail and air burst several miles away and a missile launch could be possible from multiple North Korean sites The action being evaluated while State Dept declined comment Meese called it Pentagon dependent and North Korea history of incidents noted with Pueblo capture and EC 121 shoot down as context
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North Korea shoots down US helicopter in 1977
The North Koreans claimed the US plane was deep in airspace while US officials said it stayed at least 50 nautical miles offshore. In July 1977 North Korea gunned down a US Army helicopter north of the DMZ, killing three and wounding one. The SR-71 spy plane, in service since 1966, flies above 80,000 feet at over 2000 mph and surveys vast areas each hour.
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Cameras Allowed in Iowa Courtroom for Webb Trial
Woodbury County Judge Blair overruled Webb objections and permitted cameras in the trial the first jury proceeding in Iowa under the Supreme Court’s experimental coverage. The one year experiment began Jan 1 1980 and extended to Dec 31 1981. Webb convicted of involuntary manslaughter first degree robbery first degree theft and assault while participating in a felony for a 1979 Sioux City home robbery. Mrs White died 14 days later. The Iowa high court cited a U.S. Supreme Court Florida ruling supporting courtroom camera experiments.
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Court upholds cameras in courtroom ruling for media coverage
The Iowa Supreme Court adopts a Florida based standard for when media coverage may prejudice a defendant. The decision requires evidence that coverage compromised the jury's ability to adjudicate or affected trial participants. mere objections are insufficient.
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Reagan Aims to Trim 1982 Budget via Targeted Savings
The administration plans extra savings for the 1982 fiscal year to keep the deficit below projections. Education would seek 13.1 billion despite a 15.7 billion ceiling, with deeper cuts in inner city aid, handicapped programs, and energy assistance. House opposition and veto threats loom as Congress approves higher ceilings than requested. Entitlement programs remain largely shielded from new cuts.
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Sensimilla Marijuana Drives Local Market Prices
The article notes sensimilla, the most potent form of marijuana, commanding high prices up to 500 a pound. Edwards explains growers separate male and female plants to maximize THC concentrated in flowers. Most locally grown cannabis in Iowa stays in-state, with past busts involving shipments to Florida, and occasional trafficking from Iowa to Florida and Texas.
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Amtrak Postpones Cardinal Elimination Amid Budget Pressures
Amtrak boards choose to retain the Cardinal route while weighing a Cincinnati to Chicago substitute. Manager Boyd cites legal issues and budget constraints as the driver for route changes and cost cuts across the system. The carrier plans year round Empire Builder service and Spokane to Portland additions to trim deficits.
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The Gazette Covers Sports From Baseball To Bowling
The Gazette reports on baseball and bowling along with boxing golf and racing events. It highlights standout performances and upcoming games, naming local teams and athletes in concise notes.
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