Rail strike stalls auto plants and Amtrak shutdowns
Yesterday's developments show House Democrats pushing a cooling-off bill that would require a 30 day arbitrator settlement if talks fail. GM's North Tarrytown plant plans permanent closure in 1995 and 3,500 workers will be idled, while GM Fort Wayne cuts shifts to conserve parts. Chrysler warns of possible shutdowns without agreement by Friday. Amtrak idles most trains, with Penn Station in New York City facing closure affecting 300,000 commuters. Boston offers free buses for some riders. Philadelphia SEPA routes cut to four of 13. Southern California already hit with 5,000 commuters returning to freeways.
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Congress rushes to end nationwide rail shutdown
Senate approves a bill 87 to 6 sending it to President Bush to end a two day railroad shutdown that threatened the economy. The measure imposes a 35 day cooling off period with a final arbitration winner who would be presented to Bush for signing within three days.
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Commuters, Businesses Brace for Rail Shutdown Impact
A national rail shutdown nears day two as Amtrak workers threaten to strike, jeopardizing 25 000 Philadelphia area riders. Only four regional routes would run with substitute buses on the R1 Airport line while Railport faces layoffs as the port and produce supply chains worry about flour and meat deliveries.
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Supreme Court expected ruling on Pennsylvania abortion limit
Sunday coverage explains the anticipated Supreme Court decision on the restrictive Pennsylvania abortion law drafted by Rep Steve Freind and outlines potential consequences including a possible challenge to Roe v. Wade.
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Media Town Fair Opens in County Seat Weekend
The town celebrates the 28th annual Media Town Fair as residents enjoy a photo feature in Sundays Times capturing the festival of Americana. The piece highlights a small town reveling in a hometown tradition and invites readers to view the images.
Geena Davis A League of Their Own Star Emerges
Fresh off her Oscar win for Thelma and Louise Geena Davis headlines A League of Their Own with Madonna and Tom Hanks. USA Weekend previews the rising superstar in a weekend feature.
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Phillies invade Wrigley Field for day game vs Cubs
Bill Brown calls the action as Philadelphia visits Chicago for a daytime tilt against Ryne Sandberg and the Cubs at Wrigley Field. Delco youth chase titles in Babe Ruth championships across several leagues in the local scene.
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