Father's Day passes with frugal plans in Bartow
Chester Smith, 70, cannot buy gifts for his 134 year old father on Social Security and plans only a visit to the Bartow Convalescent Center where Charlie Smith, claimed as the nation’s oldest citizen, resides. Officials had no formal celebration. Charlie enjoys health and visits while Chester regrets the lack of funds and family contact.
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World in Brief. leaders trade blows on global stage
Israelis completed a coalition deal amid Likud gains as Begin pledged a Washington visit and Brezhnev prepared for talks in France. Pravda accused the U.S. of provoking a new arms race. Sudan expelled Soviet cultural center staff in retaliation for Moscow’s expulsion of Sudanese diplomats. A benzene tanker fire in Vienna raged seven hours, the worst since World War II. Burmese gunboats sank a Thai fishing boat, killing 12. Grenadian troops dispersed an antigovernment rally as OAS diplomacy began. Chile faced human rights charge scrutiny. Presbyterians weigh church stance on homosexuality. Federal payrolls shrink while state/local employment grows. Eskimos urge Arctic cooperation and policy programs. A German editor and child were shot in what police suggest may be political.
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Israelis Accused of Widespread Torture
The London Sunday Times reports a five month investigation alleging systemic torture of Arab prisoners in Israel to extract information and quell protests. Officials deny state policy while noting overcrowded jails and possible individual abuses during arrest.
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Ali weds Veronica Porche in Beverly Hills civil ceremony
Boxing champion Muhammad Ali married Veronica Porche in a private Beverly Hills ceremony with about 20 guests. The ceremony, presided by Superior Court Judge Billy Mills, had strict security and drew notable attendees including Joe Louis, Mayor Tom Bradley, and Ali’s parents.
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