Hurricane Kate pounds Cuba and hits Key West
Hurricane Kate lashed Cuba with 100 mph winds forcing evacuations of more than 138,000 across the island and 100 mph gusts hit Key West. Power lines fell, communications and utilities were disrupted, and Cuban officials warned of widespread damage while forecasts noted the storm moving into the Gulf of Mexico.
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Potential jurors questioned on smoking views
In Santa Barbara California jury selection for a tobacco linked wrongful death suit focused on freedom of choice with some jurors saying smoking is a right. A plaintiff seeks 1 million against R J Reynolds while a panelist was excused for opposing the result. The Galbraith family claims Reynolds caused John Mark Galbraiths death from lung cancer heart disease and emphysema. Co defendants include two markets where he bought cigarettes. The case could influence billions in possible future claims across tobacco and other products.
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Reagan aide claims women don’t grasp Geneva summit issues
White House chief of staff Donald Regan sparked backlash by saying most women would not understand missile weights Afghanistan or human rights at the U S Soviet Geneva summit. He noted first ladies Nancy Reagan and Raisa Gorbachev would appeal mainly to women with human interest stories.
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House approves aid for Nicaragua rebels with limits
The House passes a compromise bill allowing Reagan to ship planes helicopters ambulances and trucks to Nicaraguan rebels as long as not intended to inflict serious harm. It also authorizes radios and CIA training while maintaining a CIA advisory ban. Senate fate and presidential signature pending.
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Aquino verdict delayed in Manila assassination case
The Supreme Court barred verdict reading in the Benigno Aquino assassination trial while it considers a petition alleging presidential influence. A lower court canceled the verdict reading for Gen Fabian Ver and 24 other defendants as a mistrial petition is reviewed.
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Bonanno convicted in elderly home scam
In Oakland Salvatore Bill Bonanno son of reputed Mafia boss Joe Bonanno Sr was found guilty of cheating nine seniors out of 110000 in a home improvement scheme. The verdict was announced as he stood with attorney Charles Garry.
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13 Rescued in Colombia After Slime Rescue Effort
In Bogota Colombia rescuers digging through slime reported at least 13 more survivors found Tuesday after being told no one was left alive. The operation continued amid fatigue and grim conditions as teams searched for more.
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After Armero disaster rescuers seek survivors amid mud and death
The RCN reports 22 rescued alive after six days in the Armero mud, while 25,000 people died in the Neva do Ruiz eruption. A UN agency tallies 22,800 killed in a 12 square mile area, with 8,000 under 16. Red Cross lists 5,000 injured or safe. amputations and antibiotic shortages loom.
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Comedian Sahl Sues Hustler for 10.2 Million
Comedian Mort Sahl sues Hustler magazine for 10.2 million dollars claiming the May 1985 article used his image and material without permission. He says the piece mocked him and would hurt his value as a performer, while Flynt says Sahl submitted the material.
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Israelis down two Syrian jets over Lebanon clash
Israeli air force says F-15s shot down two Syrian MiG-23s near Nabek after Syria engaged with air missiles while Israeli patrols over Lebanon continued. Maj. Gen. Amos Lapidot cited increased Syrian daring and a cross border battle to protect Israeli skies.
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