Storms kill two in Alabama tornado near Carrollton
Waves of thunderstorms from Texas into Alabama bring tornadoes and large hail. Two people, Annie Laura Hale 59 and Guy Roland Hale 82, die when a chimney collapses on homes in Pickens County. Officials report 30 homes damaged and multiple mobile homes overturned. National Guards patrol three cities as the storm system moves on.
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Reagan to endorse report urging action on acid rain
President Reagan is expected to back a Canada United States plan calling for a five year five billion dollar program to develop cleaner coal burning methods. The plan would share costs between government and private industry and seeks to curb acid rain crossing the border amid tight budgets.
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Power lines blamed for hum shaking residents at 4893 First Ave
Residents report a low hum and wall vibrations for three months near 4893 First Ave SW. Maintenance supervisor Reg Prendergast and Paulsen Electric’s Clarence Murphy attribute the noise to nearby high voltage lines after inspections. the worst noise is in the apartment closest to the lines.
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INDEX Advice That Ruins Plans Mentioned Copyright
A brief note discusses common pitfalls that derail plans and the role of copyright in restricting or guiding uses of materials. The piece warns readers to anticipate interference and to plan around legal boundaries while pursuing goals.
Reagan dispatches Habib to Central America on Nicaragua aid push
President Reagan sent special envoy Philip Habib to Central America to press for a negotiated settlement while seeking congressional approval for a 100 million dollar aid package to the Nicaraguan rebels. He said he would consider delaying aid up to 75 days as negotiations continue.
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Iowa House panel blocks governor power to name education chief
The House State Government Committee in Des Moines refused to give the governor authority to appoint the education commissioner. The panel instead voted to assign the appointment to the state board of education as part of a broader government reorganization bill. The committee aims to finish action and send the measure to the full House, arguing insulation from political winds preserves education quality.
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