Amnesty talk drives border crossings up 51 percent
The Border Patrol reports a 51 percent rise in illegal border crossings after President Carter's amnesty proposals. In the first three weeks of August 50,705 captures surfaced, up from 33,495 a year earlier. Officials cite unemployment drought and peso fluctuations as key drivers.
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Decision On Blacks Delayed At All-White Club
Salisbury Country Club directors postponed any decision on admitting Dr. Thomas J. Wright Jr. and his family until September 27, citing a rule requiring 40 days after receipt. Earlier rejected Black applicants Willie Lanier and his family did not reapply. The Wrights may pursue legal action if denied again.
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Jane's Fighting Ships praises US Navy edge over conscripts
London AP reports the new Jane's Fighting Ships edition lauds the all voluntary US Navy, while praising the Soviet Union fleet and France for global sea power. Capt John Moore criticizes fleet size comparisons, urges considering capabilities and training, notes US building boosts, and questions the cost effectiveness of Virginia and California class nuclear cruisers.
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