Soviets May Have Stolen U.S. Missile Nose Cone in 1987
UPI reports CBS News citing a Defense Intelligence Agency draft that it is probable the Soviets seized the nose cone and flight data from a U.S. intercontinental missile during a July 7 1987 test. The nose cone vanished after surfacing near Kwajalein Atoll.
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Pacific
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Ex-Navy man linked to spying
Ex Navy petty officer Craig Kunkle, 39, a Virginia Beach security guard and 12 year Navy veteran, was arrested in Williamsburg and charged with espionage for allegedly trying to pass sensitive anti submarine information to the Soviets. FBI officials credited undercover agents with foiling the scheme and said Kunkle acted alone and never transmitted any data.
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Williamsburg
Chuck Steinmetz
Washington
Farm debt mediation bill sent to governor in Illinois
In Springfield Illinois House lawmakers approved a farm debt mediation program requiring a farmer and lender meeting before foreclosure. The Senate voted with six fewer votes than needed due to an immediate effective date. Sponsor Rep. Joel Brunsvold sought Senate revival, but governor will receive bill as if properly passed.
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D-Milan
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Meridian Leaf River seek consolidation again with Byron
Meridian and Leaf River school districts failed to win annexation by Byron for a second time amid financial concerns tied to Byron Station. Byron refused plans from Leaf River and Meridian Stillman Valley, noting potential tax increases and shifting focus to cooperation on special education and shared programs. Leaf River and Stillman Valley consider other options as districts face enrollment declines and funding pressures.
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Reagan Says Farewell Is Not Easy Ahead Of TV Address
President Reagan in the Oval Office says farewell is bittersweet as he prepares a televised goodbye to the nation airing tonight on all networks at 4 PM Central. He speaks on pardons, surgery on his hand, and upcoming return to California after his term ends January 20.
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UPI
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Jose Azcona
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10 year plan for defense costs urged
A key lawmaker urged President-elect George Bush to seek a 10-year plan to stabilize strategic nuclear defense spending. House Armed Services Chair Les Aspin proposed placing all weapons systems in a common pot to trade off costs and build a broad consensus for MX and Midgetman missiles.
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UPD
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D-Wis
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