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Newspaper
Dixon Telegraph
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1989
Page
4
The piece catalogs multiple American casualties from Middle East terrorism and argues the United States must confront the threat with force. It condemns the terrorists and the televised hostage message that framed the crisis, urging decisive action and unbroken resolve.
The piece argues that terrorism is a tactic of America haters backed by Iran Libya and Syria. It urges using force against terrorist states to rescue the eight Americans held in Lebanon, invoking General MacArthur and World War II lessons. It praises the B 52 approach to compel releases and warns leadership against hesitation.
Congress faces a choice on extending the two hour flight smoking ban or moving to a general ban on all domestic flights. Tobacco interests back a two-year extension while public sentiment favors the current ban, and health groups cite risks from passive smoking. A middle path urged: extend the ban for two hours or less until the DOT study is completed.
Copley News Service reports a bizarre twist in the Felix Bloch espionage case. The piece questions why the State Department confirmed leak details and whether the public spectacle aids or harms the investigation. It notes FBI action, media presence, and possible pressure on Bloch while cautioning that the strength of the case remains uncertain.
A reader voices outrage at flag desecration and urges action from media, legislators, and education. The letter argues for constitutional or legal protection, criticizes officials, and stresses personal responsibility to foster pride in the flag and nation.
On August 5 1979 a tornado ripped through six miles of Polo area farmland destroying barns cribs silos sheds and other outbuildings at ten rural farms. No one was injured though animal deaths occurred and damages could reach several million dollars. The funnel cloud moved northwest to southeast in an unusual course.
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