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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1982

Page

20

Hijack of 737 on Kenya bound flight ends after six hours

The hijacked 737, on a domestic leg over Tanzania, returned to Nairobi after over six hours on the ground in Kenya. Negotiations with the hijackers, who demanded Nyerere's resignation, included threats to kill the co pilot. Officials gave few details on casualties or exact passenger numbers.

Tanzania Kenya Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Nyerere Ouko Organization of African Unity Addis Ababa

Trial verdict questions Williams killings and motive

The defense and prosecutors spar over motives and responsibility as they discuss whether Wayne Williams ended the murders last June. The task force has not added new cases since his arrest, leaving the killer's identity and intent in question.

Attila the Hun Adolf Hitler Idi Amin Uganda Wayne Bertram Williams Williams

Closing arguments in Cater Payne murder trial stir courtroom

Slaton claims no killings this year but defense counters that murders continue. Lawyers clash over Georgia river dumping and a belief in sensationalism as the trial nears verdict. Prosecution labels Williams a mad killer while defense pleads reasonable doubt and sympathy.

Alvin Binder Mr. Cater Mr. Payne

Decontrol Debate Over Natural Gas Speeds Up

In a Cabinet meeting, Michel says no decontrol bill will be sent up while Edwards urges Reagan to push the pace. DOE sources say the effort is dead for now as the plan keeps new gas decontrol slated for 1985, leaving old gas prices frozen and sparking concern over future price hikes.

Michel Reagan Cabinet Council On Natural Resources Congress Edwards DOE U.S

Marijuana health report prompts calls for expanded research and DUI tests

A New England Journal panel urges stronger limits on marijuana use and its health risks while backing expanded research. The report notes impaired driving and memory, urges public education, and links marijuana to acute mood and perception changes, with mentions of glaucoma treatment and potential lung effects. MADD and SOLO activists plan to push for stiffer drunken driving penalties and public outreach.

Relman New England Journal of Medicine United States U.S MADD Evonne Rockwell J St Coleen Bahr 40Th St SOLO Moravec

Vance Endorsed Secret CIA-Run Covert Ops Years Ago

Five years earlier Secretary of State Cyrus Vance expressed support for funding covert intelligence operations abroad through the CIA in partnership with foreign governments.

Cyrus Vance CIA

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