Dukakis backs new state taxes and prison land probe
Gov. Michael Dukakis announced support for 115 million dollars in new taxes to stabilize the state's fiscal base while the FBI opened a preliminary inquiry into the New Braintree prison land deal. Dukakis cited balanced budgets and tax code changes, and he defended the land acquisition process as open and rigorous. Jesse Jackson said privately he would accept the vice presidential offer if Dukakis asked, but he would reveal nothing publicly.
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Turkey Landslide Buries Dozens and Strands Travelers
A major landslide in a mountain village near Ankara buries up to 100 people, including 30 travelers in a coffee house. Rescuers, hampered by rain, push to clear debris as officials warn of possible two weeks for full recovery.
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Tower tilts farther as Pisa landmark edge nears century mark
The leaning tower of Pisa has shifted another 0.08 inches since June 1987, with experts estimating the landmark could topple in about 100 years. Gero Geri of the University of Pisa cites measurements taken Wednesday.
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Anti-Contra suit dismissed by U S judge
Judge James King dismissed a 24 million damage suit against Iran-Contra figures and Medellin Cartel leaders. The Christie Institute and journalist Tony Avirgan alleged a wide conspiracy behind the 1984 La Penca bombing and related threats, but evidence did not prove the core claim.
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FCC Fines Missouri TV Station for Airing Indecent Movie
The FCC voted 2 to 1 to fine KZKC TV of Kansas City a maximum 2000 dollars for broadcasting the sex comedy Private Lessons at 8 pm on May 26 1987. The commission cited pandering and titillating treatment with nudity and a seduction plot likely seen by children. Attorney for the owner voiced shock and argued the indecency standard is vague and first applied here.
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Canada Expels Two Soviet Envoys in Spy Dispute
Canada ousted Col Grigori Stepanovich Rublev and barred Sergei Kashtanov as part of a wave that brings 19 Soviet expulsions since Tuesday. Ottawa cuts Soviet diplomatic staff by three to 60, while Moscow warns of retaliation.
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