Inmates gain transfer after hostage release at NC prison
Three black inmates held eight hostages since Tuesday at Central Prison in Raleigh were released before dawn after a transfer to a federal facility was arranged. Federal transfer to Virginia followed a deal negotiated by civil rights attorney Irving Joyner. the state sought their return within 90 minutes.
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Suspended Coroner Noguchi in Los Angeles County
Embattled Los Angeles County Coroner Thomas Noguchi known as the coroner to the stars was suspended for 30 days by the Board of Supervisors for alleged excessive absenteeism poor management and prejudicial remarks about celebrity deaths. The suspension without pay takes effect Monday.
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Walesa spurns talks as martial law officials fail to force a meeting
In Warsaw, government sources say Lech Walesa refuses to meet Gen. Jaruzelski, demanding he come crawling. Western diplomats report scattered work stoppages at Ursus tractor plant, while Jozef Czyrek lashes the United States over sanctions. Parliament hears a 70 minute attack on Western powers as plans for elections remain unclear.
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Guatemala's new military rulers announce changes
Guatemala City reports that the nation’s military leadership announced new governance steps on Thursday, outlining changes amid a political transition. The brief notice notes the rulers vowed to restore order while signaling policy shifts.
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Fire destroys Mexican film archives killing several officials
Eight explosions and a 10 hour blaze gutted the Mexican national film archives in Mexico City. Officials said at least five people died including a fire captain and two firefighters, with thousands of irreplaceable Mexican films dating back six decades lost.
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GOP leaders press Reagan to cut deficit with compromise
Senate Majority Leader Howard Baker and House Minority Leader Robert Michel warned President Reagan that Congress will draft a bipartisan budget if he does not move on deficit reductions before the Easter recess. They indicated a sense of urgency and discussed possible committee action, while White House officials noted Baker’s role is limited to listening to Democrats.
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Demos Agree on New Rules for 1984 Convention
Democrats reach a rare consensus to adopt rules shifting power toward elected and party officials for the 1984 nominating process. The plan includes potential winner take all primaries options, a 13 week primary window with exemptions for Iowa and New Hampshire, and changes to delegate reflection rules.
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Linn County Chairwoman Opposes Winner-Take-All Move
Judy Perkins, newly elected Linn County Democratic Central Committee chairwoman, rejects moving to winner-take-all and allowing delegates to switch on the first ballot. She favors uncommitted seats for elected officials and warns delegates should vote for the candidate they represent on the first ballot. Dave Nagle attends the Washington meeting but could not be reached.
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