Argentina predicts all out British assault on Falklands
Argentina reports its jets and Exocet missiles damaged Britain's war fleet a day after loss of Goose Green and Darwin outposts. A Joint Chiefs communique said results are under evaluation while claiming two British Harriers were shot down over Stanley. Officials warn of further aerial and submarine strikes as Britain asserts no ships were hit.
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Kirkpatrick Haig clash over policy at UN
United Nations Secretary of State Alexander Haig and U S delegate Jeane Kirkpatrick clashed last week over Washington policy on the Falkland Islands. Aides said the heated exchange followed Kirkpatrick meetings with Argentine and other Latin American officials.
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Memorial Day tribute to Johnny and Cedar Rapids GAR dead
On Memorial Day Cedar Rapids honors Johnny and 400 Grand Army of the Republic veterans buried there. The 1883 procession drew about 5000 residents with flowers, speeches, and songs for the fallen and living veterans. The article recalls Lincoln, Reconstruction, and the enduring memory at gravesites.
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Terrorism fears at NATO summit in Bonn
West Germany plans 17000 police to guard Reagan and 14 other NATO leaders amid Red Army Faction threats. The faction’s strategy paper cites attacks from Ramstein to a Kroesen ambush and a Baader Meinhoff history.
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Love a nurse note line in a bumper sticker
Bumper sticker reads Love a nurse. They call the shots. Card notes humor in a humor column and reflects lighthearted civic tone about healthcare workers. The caption credits a playful quip amid general newspaper fun.
Spain Becomes NATO's 16th Member
Spain formally joined NATO as the alliance's 16th member by depositing its instrument of ratification in Washington. Prime Minister Leopoldo Calvo Sotelo will attend the Bonn summit as a full NATO government leader with a flag raising ceremony planned.
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