Kennedy Gains In Polls As Carter Tries To Endure
Polls show Edward Kennedy leading in the 1980 Democratic race as Carter faces criticism from adviser Stuart Eizenstat and support from Speaker Tip ONeill doubts Kennedy will run. George Bush warns Kennedy lacks tested leadership and could lose if he challenges Carter.
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Henri Nears Mexican Coast As Hurricane Heads Southwest
UPI reports Hurricane Henri with 75 mph winds moving toward the southwest across the Gulf of Mexico. The National Hurricane Center located Henri about 100 miles east northeast of Vera Cruz and 80 miles north of the Mexican coast, with landfall expected this afternoon near Vera Cruz and hurricane conditions likely along the coast. Forecasters warn small craft off the Texas coast not to venture offshore due to strong winds from the storm and a large high pressure system over the United States. A second disturbance in the Atlantic, 800 miles east of the Lesser Antilles, shows no significant development.
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Chicago Desegregation Fight Could Jeopardize Federal Funds
Chicago officials express optimism a workable desegregation plan can be negotiated to free up 3 million dollars in HEW funds frozen after delays. HEW secretary Harris states no extension to September 15 deadline. A 30 day window could avert a lawsuit, with talks led by Mayor Byrne and Schools Superintendent Hannon.
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Oil price decontrol may cost Americans up to 2000 dollars
Energy Action Foundation says decontrolling domestic crude prices would shift large sums to oil companies and raise individual fuel costs by 1500 to 2000 dollars. The study estimates 424 billion dollars in added reserves value for the 23 largest U.S. firms if prices hit 25 dollars a barrel.
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Connally links probed in Dallas bank charter
The Senate Banking Committee examines the Love Field National Bank of Dallas charter with stockholders including Connally aides son and possible influence by former Treasury Secretary Connally. Investigators review if Connally used influence to secure the 1972 charter during his tenure as secretary.
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Reagan wins big as California GOP keeps winner take all
At the California Republican Party Convention delegates voted 675 to 227 to retain the winner take all system, preserving Ronald Reagan's control of all 168 delegate votes. Opponents sought proportional distribution based on a 30 percent threshold. Reagan, the frontrunner in polls, spoke at a news conference endorsing the plan.
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West Bank land sale ban lifted by Israeli cabinet
Israel moves to end a 12 year old ban restricting land purchases by Arabs in Gaza and the West Bank. The decision allows Israelis to buy private land previously off limits. Arab willingness to sell remains doubtful due to Jordanian death penalties and PLO threats against sales.
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Zimbabwe Rhodesia peace talks enter second week
In London the opposing sides at the Zimbabwe Rhodesia peace conference begin week two seeking a constitutional settlement to end seven years of war. The talks continue amid pressure from both whites and Black factions for a durable agreement.
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X-15 Makes First Powered Flight Into California Lake Bed
Twenty years ago the rocket ship X-15 achieved its first powered ascent landing at a California lake bed, marking a milestone in high speed aerospace testing and research. The milestone drew attention from engineers and aviation enthusiasts nationwide.
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Afghan hard liner Amin seizes presidency and party control
Hafizullah Amin, Afghanistan’s hard line prime minister and secret police chief, ousted Nur Taraki and took over as president and party leader amid reports of a bloody coup. Kabul reports say Taraki may have been forced out or harmed. several ministers and Taraki bodyguard were killed at the Arg Palace as Amin tightened control in the Soviet backed government.
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Divers Attack Guard On Nuclear Sub At Portsmouth Shipyard
Two divers armed with scuba gear attempted to overpower a sailor guarding the Stonewall Jackson submarine at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Maine. The guard fired twice, divers fled, and a harbor search ended without results after four hours.
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