Earthquake Devastates Armenian Cities Killing Thousands
A powerful quake striking Armenia and eastern Turkey caused widespread destruction in Leninakan and Kirovakan, killing tens of thousands and crippling rail and communications. Soviet officials reported massive casualties while Prime Minister Gorbachev cut a U S trip to oversee relief efforts.
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Gorbachev cuts visit as Armenia quake strikes
A massive earthquake in Soviet Armenia forced Mikhail Gorbachev to cut short his New York visit and return to Moscow to direct relief efforts. Reports estimate thousands killed and damage widespread while U.S. and Soviet officials discuss aid and the political implications of the swift departure. Reagan spoke by phone to express sympathy and offer assistance, with Nancy Reagan also extending condolences and hopes for future meetings. The quake measured between 6.9 and 8 on different scales, prompting joint international relief plans and continued questions about military reductions amid upheaval.
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Dixon offers local aid to Soviet earthquake victims
Dixon Mayor James Dixon telexed Soviet journalist Nikolai Vishnevsky offering local assistance for the earthquake victims in the Soviet Union. He will form the committee that hosted the Soviets this summer to decide how to proceed after hearing from Vishnevsky.
Local driver dies in early morning crash on Rt 2 Dixon curve
Grand Detour man Mark Wisniewski, 30, was killed when his northbound car overturned on a curve near the Dixon Marquette Cement Plant on Illinois Route 2. He was pronounced dead at KSB Hospital after being extricated and transported by Dixon Rural Firemen. The body moved to Jones Funeral Home for arrangements. Sheriff Tim Bivins said accident reconstructionists assisted deputies in investigating the cause. an inquest will be held later.
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Walnut faces toughest foe as school board weighs cuts
Walnut High School football aims for a 11th straight playoff berth, a feat only two Illinois parochial schools have achieved. But budget cuts of 120000 threaten the entire extra curricular program, possibly ending football, basketball, band and prom. Coach Mick Peterson laments losses but notes teachers will rebound.
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Walnut voters reject education funding as district faces cuts
Walnut School Board led by Eggleston and Peterson battles a referendum defeat that slashes funding for both the grade and high schools. With tax revenue down after legislative loss of assessed valuation, the board must cut $120,000 or risk bankruptcy, risking extracurriculars and a possible 1989 football season. The community debates the unfair property tax system and the need for revenue.
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