Cranston Gains Momentum In Wisconsin Delegates Battle
Cranston pressed his advantage in Wisconsin after a strong showing at the convention. He carried delegates in five of nine districts, benefited from a well funded operation, and organized staff to oversee each district. Mondale and Hart blamed strategy and funding gaps as they faced setbacks.
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Analysts weigh optimistic notes and rising rates on recovery
Private economist Sandra Shaber says optimism is real yet wary as rates may slow the recovery. Michael Sumichrast argues rate declines are needed if gains resume while deficits must fall. Preston Martin warns mega deficits threaten the future and that the recovery is locked in for 1984. The FHA and VA raise fixed rate mortgage ceilings to 12 percent amid high bill yields and a stretched prime rate.
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Thatcher Cabinet Shakeup Brings Brittan to Treasury Post
UK prime minister Margaret Thatcher reshuffles her cabinet keeping Thatcher as leader but moving Home Office duties to new structure. Leon Brittan replaces William Whitehouse in a promotion from chief secretary to the treasury while Norman Tebbit remains employment secretary. Peter Walker gains energy secretary post. James Prior stays Northern Ireland secretary. Michael Heseltine remains defense secretary. Howe remains chancellor. Whitelaw receives a hereditary peerage.
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Weather Report and Extended Forecast Summary
Wind at 11 p m SE 12 mph sun sets 8 42 p m sun rises 5 30 a m Year ago today high 78 low 53 precip 0 15. Record highs and lows listed. Extended forecast shows scattered showers Tuesday to Thursday with highs upper 70s to upper 80s and lows 50s to 60s. Regional river and lake levels noted with flood cautions and broad interstate rain coverage.
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Mulroney Wins Conservative Leadership Over Joe Clark in Canada
Montreal businessman Brian Mulroney defeated ex prime minister Joe Clark on the fourth ballot at the Tory convention to become the party’s leader and future prime ministerial nominee. He pledged a reform drive in Quebec and to build a new party and country while avoiding fixed stances on key issues.
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Reagan Defends Environment Policy Amid Criticism at Camp David
President Reagan spoke from Camp David defending his environmental policies amid harsh criticism from environmental groups and Democrats. He touted wilderness additions and park improvements while critics accused Watt of eroding protections. Pomerance and Hooper challenged his claims while senators and representatives pressed for stronger preservation efforts.
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