Sleigh Rides Canceled At Dixon Park District
No snow cancels sleigh rides at Lowell Park for today and Sunday. Deb Osmer notes riders could not be harnessed due to lack of snow. reservations were made by several families. Karen Tucker says many were notified by phone and a new date will be announced within the week once horse owner Dick Hurlbert confirms.
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Nixon to celebrate 76th birthday at Eisenhowers home
Former President Nixon turns 76 and will mark the day at Julie and David Eisenhower's Phoenixville, Pennsylvania residence. Julie Eisenhower says the gathering will include the Nixon family despite recent snowfall, with Pat Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox among attendees.
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U.S. Libya clash condemned at United Nations debate
At a UN emergency session Libya pressed for condemnation of U.S. action after two Libyan MiG-23 jets were shot down by two U.S. F-14s in international airspace. Soviet and other delegates criticized the U.S. explanation as unfounded while nonaligned nations pushed a condemning resolution amid a veto risk.
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Chicago quiet before playoff clash with West Coast hype
San Francisco fans heading east will find a subdued Chicago scene ahead of Sunday's NFC playoff game. City officials plan postgame festivities only if the Bears win, while business owners note less enthusiasm than in 1985. AT&T workers showed midweek support by donning Bears apparel.
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Reagan to undergo minor hand surgery at Walter Reed
President Reagan checked into Walter Reed Army Medical Center for regional anesthesia to correct Dupuytren's contracture bending his left ring and little fingers. First lady Nancy accompanied him. doctors expect a two to three hour procedure and a six to eight week recovery.
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Emperor Hirohito Dies After Long Cancer Battle
Emperor Hirohito of Japan died at 87 after a 111 day fight with duodenal cancer. Crown Prince Akihito succeeds as 125th emperor on Japan’s Chrysanthemum Throne. Funeral planned in 40 to 50 days with palace and police on high alert.
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Snow and Ice Melt as Temperatures Rise Near Forty
The weeklong snow and ice caused slick roads and sidewalks but began clearing Friday afternoon as temperatures approached 40 degrees. Lois McNeal received assistance from her children during the thaw.
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