Acid rain prompts U S push for emission limits
A U S congressional debate weighs 1980s bills to freeze sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions in 27 eastern states plus Missouri Minnesota Iowa and Arkansas and reduce overall sulfur dioxide by 10 million tons over ten years. Canada U S talks aim for a 1983 preliminary accord as scientists warn lakes and watercourses are deteriorating. The Adirondacks and Big Moose Lake illustrate the toll with 264 Adirondack lakes dead or dying and tap water showing lead and copper contamination.
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Iowa researcher flags mixed acid rain effects across states
University of Iowa professor Jerald Schnoor reports inconclusive results from studies in northern Wisconsin Minnesota and Michigan. He notes European regions show pH drops and fish declines while U S lakes show disturbing symptoms and some minnows missing raising questions for lawmakers about acid rain solutions and costs.
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Controversy over New Yorks tough juvenile law
In 1978 New York passed a tough Juvenile Offenders law to curb crime but officials clash over its results. Some say it swells prison crowds while others praise its ability to jail violent youths and prosecute serious crimes in adult courts.
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Randolph 80 is only veteran in Roosevelt era Congress
West Virginia Democrat Jennings Randolph, turning 80, is the sole current member of Congress who served in Roosevelt's first days. Colleagues led by Sen. Robert Byrd praised his witness to major New Deal events. Other aging figures include Rep. Claude Pepper and Sen. John C. Stennis with longer seniorities.
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Rogers endows World Hunger Award for journalists
Singer Kenny Rogers announced a $1 million World Hunger Award to journalists who spotlight hunger issues. He and wife Marianne said while the sum is substantial, it needs collaboration and education to impact the fight against hunger, inspired by Harry Chapin’s World Hunger Organization.
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Hijackers Surrender After 13-Day Pakistan Jetliner Crisis
In 1981, three terrorists who held over 100 hostages aboard a Pakistan hijacked jetliner surrendered in Syria after a 13 day siege. The incident ended without further bloodshed and involved negotiations with authorities from multiple nations.
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