Sexism row at the United Nations stirs glare on press
United Nations ambassador Jeane Kirkpatrick denounces rank sexism in and around the UN and among the press corps as she criticizes labeling her as schoolmarmish. She cites gender bias among some delegates while defending women’s equality in international forums. In Daytona Beach Gregg Allman settles a 1979 crash suit for an undisclosed amount with plaintiff Jeanette Neuweiler after rear ending her car.
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White House Redevelopment Highlighted by Nancy Reagan Tour
Nancy Reagan led a private tour of the redecorated White House for about 200 donors. The White House Historical Association reported 730000 of 822640.91 raised this year was spent on the project, with the balance for state floor improvements. The funds funded furniture and art restoration, door refinishing, floor refinishing in 24 rooms, lamp shade replacements, carpet and underlay upgrades, new curtains for 26 windows, wall coverings in 10 rooms, seven closets, and eight baths.
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Economy tax cut drains into reserves as autos drive spending
Analysts say most October tax cut funds go to reserves while consumer spending, especially autos, could help a weak economy. Government workers and savers saw income gains, while factory and farm incomes fell. Housing figures deepen industry distress and a Fort Worth developer urges swift White House action to restore confidence.
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Reagan proclaims zero option for Europe arms plan
Deputy White House spokesman Larry Speakes said the president was extremely pleased by the initial reaction to his proposals especially from Europe. Michael Foot hailed Reagan's move as a potential breakthrough in the arms race and Thatcher's government welcomed the zero option while Helmut Schmidt called the stance very thankful.
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Reagan proposes four point plan for arms cuts in Europe
Capitol Hill leaders from both parties praised Reagan plan aiming to remove Soviet missiles and limit new Western deployments. Senators Baker Byrd Jepsen and Rep Leach hailed the speech noting it could shape future arms talks with the Soviet Union. Talks set for Nov 30 with Brezhnev to pursue START reductions.
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Cedar Rapids housing slows as builders seek lower rates
Local builders warn a housing downturn persists in Cedar Rapids with 1976 to 1980 figures showing far fewer homes built and lower values. They await lower interest rates to spur speculative starts while skilled workers move south for work, urging more regional industry to retain labor.
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Denver
Missouri River Diversions Spark Water Rights Debate Across States
Analysts warn that multiple diversion proposals could remove vast Missouri River flows, accelerating erosion and groundwater loss near Sioux City. Opponents fear a cascade of long term water sales and potential repeats of “one-shot” assurances as South Dakota leaders signal readiness to monetize river resources.
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Collapse at Colombian stadium kills at least eighteen
The Ibague stadium grandstand collapsed during a national semifinal match, killing 18 and injuring at least 18 others. Authorities say the disaster occurred as teams from Ibague and Cali prepared to start the game at the Ibague stadium 80 miles southwest of Bogota.
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