Panel votes to cite Watt for contempt in Congress clash
The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 23 to 19 to cite Interior Secretary James Watt for contempt for refusing to turn over subpoenaed documents. The dispute centers on up to 11 documents related to Canada oil policy and executive privilege claims, with potential court or House action to resolve the issue.
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Auto layoffs at three year high hit industry low
UPI reports indefinite layoffs across the auto sector reach 250400, a three year slump peak. GM plans four Fisher Body plant closures in 20 months, affecting 6235 workers, with 13143 total layoffs at GM. Ford Chrysler AMC VW totals also listed, with weekly and year to date production shifts.
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Yale psychiatrists question harms of recreational cocaine use
Two Yale University psychiatrists say casual cocaine use may be no more harmful than alcohol or tobacco, though smoking or injection can fuel continual use and drug seeking. They report findings in Scientific American.
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U N Council approves 1000 peace troops for south Lebanon
World unrest frames U N actions as Poland and the Soviet Union abstain. The council backs sending 1000 peacekeepers and calls Israel to end Lebanese incursions. In Beirut gunmen freed 105 hostages after surrender, with AP noting their disappearance reported later. Washington signals possible Israeli strike if PLO arms buildup persists.
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Caribbean Leaders Laud Reagan Plan Amid Regional Talks
Caribbean and Central American leaders praised President Reagan’s Caribbean Basin Initiative unveil. Four prime ministers signaled April meetings to press needs while Jamaica and Puerto Rico officials welcomed wider trade and aid prospects, despite Sandinista Nicaragua criticizing Washington.
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