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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1981
Page
4
Police report two armed bandits robbed the Bridge Cafe at 9th and Penn Streets, taking about $200 after one attacker leaped the bar and struck bartender Jim Dougherty, 38, of Eddystone, on the head with a pool cue. A newspaper delivery girl, 14, was also robbed nearby on Elsinore Place.
Travelers avoided chaos as informed flyers checked with airlines and avoided crowds. Airlines reported smooth rerouting for grounded passengers and only minor delays at worst. Spokesmen warned that FAA traffic restrictions could worsen conditions, with Trans-World Air Lines noting potential higher pressure if flights are curtailed.
At Philadelphia International Airport, strikers threaten work stoppages disrupting travel. Despite cancellations, many flights remained available with several delays. United and US Air reported disrupted service while passengers faced late departures and keep-to-now schedules.
Chester man Willie Craig, 47, testified about the July 16 Widener University parking lot killing of Laverne Northern 18. He described straddling the victim and firing two shots, a confession to police, and the recovered .22 handgun wrapped in a bloodied towel.
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