Toughest handgun law OK'd
A federal judge upheld Morton Grove Illinois strict handgun ban, ruling it complies with state and federal constitutions. Opponents including the National Rifle Association plan appeals while supporters urge similar municipal actions nationwide as a landmark decision potentially saving lives.
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Morton Grove
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National Rifle Association
U.S
Bernard Decker
Decker
U.S. Supreme Court
Presser
Reagan approves 30 billion in cuts amid looming deficit
Reagan reportedly approves more than 30 billion in cuts for 1983 while the Office of Management and Budget warns a deficit near 110 billion unless taxes rise. For 1982 the deficit is estimated around 99 billion and may change with revenue and spending revisions. The president rules out any tax increase before September 30 1982 and OMB projects deficits of 100 to 120 billion annually through 1986 without additional revenues.
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Reagan
Office of Management and Budget
OMB
California
Leading indicators show modest November drop signals slowing recession
The Commerce Department reported a small decline in its index of leading indicators for November, the fourth straight monthly drop. Baldrige said the modest decline may indicate the downturn is losing momentum and business activity could slow less steeply than before. Please turn to page 8A Economy.
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Commerce Department
Department
Commerce
Malcolm Baldrige
Reagan imposes broad Soviet trade and exchange cuts
President Reagan announced deep reductions in Soviet trade and scientific exchanges in response to Poland's crackdown. Actions include halting exports of high tech goods, delaying a grain pact, suspending Aeroflot flights, closing the Soviet Purchasing Commission in New York, and reviewing energy and cultural exchanges ahead of a broader policy review. Reports also hint at Walesa considering talks with Poland's martial law government, with conditions tied to Solidarity's presidium.
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United States
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Russia
Solidarity
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Walesa
Death cuts short longest marriage
Susie Roseberry's husband Austin died at 99, ending what may have been the world's longest marriage. The couple had celebrated their 80th anniversary last March and were noted by Guinness officials as potential record-holders for length of marriage.
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Susie Roseberry
Austin
Boy Recites Prayers Reflecting on Naughty Actions
A boy offers a prayer asking forgiveness for today's misdeeds and for plans he failed to complete. The moment captures a child’s conscience and desire to make amends.
Mariners Aid Shipwrecked Family Off Palmyra Atoll
John Harrison and his two daughters have been stranded on Palmyra Atoll for three weeks after a typhoon wrecked their trimaran. An Arizona yachtsman, Lawrence Friend, sails to Palmyra to offer rescue to the Canadian family as governments refuse funding.
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Palmyra
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British Columbia
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Kristen
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