Reagan and Democrats clash over Bork nomination
Washington battle lines form as the Reagan administration and Senate Democrats clash over Judge Robert Bork’s Supreme Court bid. Reagan praises Bork’s stance while Democrats argue his views conflict with constitutional tradition, signaling likely rejection.
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Jet exhaust blast collapses wall at Midway Airport
A DC-9 jet blast from Midway Flight 341 knocked down a temporary wooden wall in a terminal at Midway Airport, toppling two travelers and scattering frightened passengers. No injuries were reported, but a man was briefly trapped and another man using a wall telephone was knocked into a waiting area. the incident will be investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board.
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Tropical Storm Floyd Forms in Caribbean Threat to Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Floyd formed in the western Caribbean and moved toward the Gulf Coast as warnings were issued for Gulf Coast residents. Forecaster Hal Gerrish said winds rose to 50 mph by early evening and could strengthen, while Mexico issued tropical storm warnings for the northeast Yucatan Peninsula.
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