Haig Says NATO Plans Nuclear Warning Shot If War Expands
Secretary of State Haig told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that NATO contingency calls for a nuclear warning shot to deter escalation if Europe’s war goes beyond conventional fighting. He noted treaty talks and a proposed arms buildup, while Radio Moscow and Tass criticized the remarks as confirmation of plans for limited nuclear warfare in Europe.
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Alexander M. Haig Jr
Haig
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Radio Moscow
United States
Capitol Hill
Defense
Caspar W. Weinberger
Senate Armed Services Committee
Reagan
Ford Administration
Tass
Pentagon
Space Shuttle Columbia flight postponed at least a week
The Columbia is grounded after a problem with a crucial hydraulic system delaying the launch for at least seven days. NASA officials race to diagnose a possible oil lubricating unit leak and determine whether to flush or replace APUs, as astronauts Engle and Truly retrain and await a new countdown.
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Neil Hutchinson
Reagan Opposes Tax Hikes Amid Senate Budget Talks
Washington AP Reagan rejects major tax increases while GOP allies in the Senate push a three year plan to balance the 1984 budget with more than 80 billion in new taxes. White House spokesman Larry Speakes says it is not our decision to add new taxes despite calls from economists for more revenues. Administration officials acknowledge a deficit without new revenue.
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Obituaries On Page 40 Highlight Local Deaths
Marie C Allison, 85, formerly of 720 Locust Street Indiana. F Wayne Beers, 79, Yv one Calif. Damon Chere Ener, 11, Blairsville noted in page 40 obituaries with brief death notices and ages.
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Soviet Sub May Be Released After Inspection
Officials said the Soviet submarine that ran aground in a restricted area is under seaworthiness checks, with Sweden signaling readiness to release it after a Swedish report is reviewed by the cabinet. The probe includes external and internal checks and propeller and hull inspections, amid tensions over a possible spying mission.
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Evert Dahlen
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Borje Johansson
Associated Press
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Gunnar Rasmussen
Gushin
New Jersey Governor Race Still Too Close To Call
Tuesday's contest for governor of New Jersey remains undecided as results trickle in. Read page 4 for full details. Venus shows Venusian volcanoes and earthquakes, with more on page 10.
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Warsaw Leaders Meet in Search of National Consensus
A front-page Zycie Warszawy commentary called the Warsaw summit of Communist Party chief Jaruzelski Solidarity head Walesa and Archbishop Glemp potentially watershed for solving Poland's social and economic problems. PAP said the meeting aimed to create a platform of national understanding and dialogue and was useful as a prelude to further consultations.
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Hussein Eyes Open US Door On Middle East Peace
Jordan's King Hussein after three days of talks with US officials says he is encouraged by an American open door to a peace settlement based on a Saudi plan. He denied reports of $800 million in missiles, said Jordan will buy some Soviet weapons, and will brief Arab leaders on highly favorable peace prospects.
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Diana Crowned Couple Expect Baby in June
London AP reports Princess Diana is pregnant, due next June, sparking royal delight. The announcement, personal to the Queen, notes Charles and Diana are elated, with the child to follow Charles in line. Diana, 20, appeared at Parliament’s opening and is in excellent health.
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