Reagan declares terrorists attacking U.S. as Beirut hostage crisis drags on
President Reagan, stating the United States is being attacked by international terrorists, urged caution for travelers abroad and pressed for the release of nearly 40 hostages held in Lebanon. He outlined steps to protect Americans overseas and questioned Israel’s conduct, urging a swift resolution while emphasizing the need to locate the captives.
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Pa gamblers chase ill fated flight 847 via odds
Pennsylvania lottery players heavily bet the daily numbers on 847 the hijacked TWA flight number. Lottery spokeswoman Terry Champlin said heavy play follows news interest but isn’t a record. 444 once set the payout benchmark, and triples like 777 and 444 remain top draws with notable past payouts.
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