Computer export scare prompts stricter controls
Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger warned that a computer nearly shipped to the Soviet Union could cause substantial damage to U.S. security and the free world. He urged tighter export controls as authorities seized part of a $1.35 million Digital Equipment shipment en route from South Africa to the Soviet Union via West Germany.
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FTC to vote on GM Toyota joint subcompact plan
The FTC reviewed papers and met with General Motors and Toyota on a proposal to jointly produce a new subcompact car line. Commissioners faced opposition from rivals who warn of antitrust violations and monopoly risk. A Dec 1 Bureau recommendation urged approval.
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U.S. sues over crumbling bridges safety failures
The Center for Auto Safety sued the Reagan administration in U S District Court alleging thousands of outdated bridges endanger drivers. The group seeks enforcement of inspection rules and withholding highway funds from noncompliant states. In related news six people died in separate fires in Texas and Ohio, including a child, with at least 21 fires reported nationwide.
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Cleveland bachelor wins record Lotto jackpot
A Cleveland area bachelor, David DeVault, 27, of Chardon, Ohio, won the Ohio Lottery Lotto Game jackpot of 7 811 111 dollars by picking the six correct numbers. The payout is believed to be the second largest Lotto prize in U S history.
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Teen receives life sentences for triple family killings
In Hartville Missouri local court, 17 year old Jason Carr was sentenced to three concurrent life terms without parole for the fatal shootings of his mother stepmother Patricia Carr 39 his stepsister Emma Downey 13 and brother Andrew Carr 14. Carr was 16 when the crimes occurred. Public defender Roger Wall cited emotional turmoil from watching a demon possession film.
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