Dollar strengthens in world markets as markets reopen
World money markets reopened after two weeks with the dollar gaining across major centers led by London Paris Brussels Amsterdam Frankfurt Zurich and Tokyo. Experts warn it is too soon to judge if the floating rate system will end the recent monetary crisis. In Mississippi flood news water from the Tombigbee River left Columbus near an island as crests rose while Michigan faced a wind and snow storm. Flood losses in northern Mississippi could exceed 25 million with Gov. Waller calling conditions extremely critical and Columbus mayor Mayo Ellis labeling it the worst flood he recalls.
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Pentagon cafeteria thefts total 30000 in nine months
Pentagon officials report employees stole 30000 worth of knives, forks, spoons and other cafeteria items over nine months. Spokesman says 4800 trays, 8400 glasses, 11700 plates and 61000 utensils vanished from March to November last year, nearly one set per 26,000 workers. Also notes no unidentified Vietnam casualties, unlike WW II and Korean War.
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Air controllers reach pact with federal government
The 15,000 air traffic controllers announce an initial 56 article contract with the FAA and PATCO, the first collective bargaining agreement between the controllers and the government. PATCO President John Leyden calls it a major advance in federal labor relations.
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Pollution blamed for 45 deaths in Minamata case
A Kumamoto district court ruled Imammoth Chisso Corp responsible for mercury pollution in Minamata Bay, causing 45 deaths and harming thousands. The court upheld a suit by 138 plaintiffs seeking more than 4 million dollars in damages for contamination from fish and shellfish.
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France Air Traffic Controllers End Walkout Return to Work
Controllers vote to resume work after a month long strike that disrupted French air traffic. Civilian control to be fully restored by noon. Walkout began Feb 20 seeking pay, strike rights, and better conditions. Military took over Feb 26 after two Spanish jets collided near Nantes killing 64. Airlines canceled flights nationwide.
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Deadly mine disaster hits Calcutta area in India
Forty two miners were killed and seven missing after gas ignited in the Jitput Mine near Dhanbad, 170 miles from Calcutta. Officials reported 53 of 102 miners were rescued, with 34 bodies recovered and eight more located. The tragedy marked India's worst mining disaster in eight years. In Cambodia, Lon Nol's government restricted movement, seized civil liberties, and arrested opponents following a deadly assault on the presidential compound. A hijacked T28 bombed an army barracks near the president's residence.
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L A coroner confirms overdosed actor David Whiting
The Los Angeles County coroner confirmed that David Whiting died of a methaqualone overdose in a Gila Bend motel suite after being found with a tranquilizer bottle. Actress Sarah Miles and Burt Reynolds testified in prior sessions, and inquest details will be submitted by Dr. Thomas Noguchi.
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Former UMW Leader Boyle Arrives to Testify in Prater Trial
Tony W. A. Boyle arrived in Ene, Pa on Monday night to testify as a defense witness in the trial of Wil li Prater, charged with financing the murder of Joseph A. Yablonski. Boyle, accompanied by attorney Plate Cacheris, declined to comment until after testifying.
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Jock” Yablonski
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Richard Carson pleads innocent in New Haven traffic case
Richard Carson, son of Johnny Carson, pleads not guilty to three charges after a January traffic crash in New Haven Connecticut. The 20 year old is charged with driving without a license driving under the influence of a drug and possession of a drug and a jury trial was granted with date not yet set.
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McCloskey to be named ambassador to Cyprus sources say
Diplomatic sources said Monday that Robert McCloskey, chief State Department press relations officer, will be named ambassador to Cyprus. The appointment would place a veteran diplomat at the Cyprus post amid ongoing regional tensions.
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