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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1981
Page
1
At Cape Canaveral contamination found in fuel cell service lines prompts rinsing with gases, a 10 to 11 hour process not delaying Friday launch. This marks the third countdown hiccup since Sunday as crews fix earlier valve and electrical short problems.
Andrew Young, former ambassador to the United Nations and civil rights figure, announced a bid for Atlanta mayor. He pledges to expand jobs, industrial development, and housing, and says unsolved slayings and disappearances of 25 young blacks since 1979 should not drive the campaign.
Washington reports aviation unions and the National Transportation Board oppose a proposal to cut cabin attendants on lightly loaded flights. The rule would require one attendant per 50 passengers, replacing the current standard of at least one attendant per 50 seats, with some unions and airlines resisting changes from existing contracts.
The Northeast Kansas forecast shows a chance of thundershowers tonight with a mid 40s low. Wednesday remains mostly cloudy and cooler with showers likely and a mid 60s high. Thursday to Saturday feature a warming trend and no precipitation. Official Monday readings include a high of 70 and low of 39 with no precipitation. Clinton Lake at 8 a.m. reported water temperature 54 and lake level 875.1 feet above mean sea level with a multi purpose level of 875.5 feet.
President Reagan announced relief from 34 auto pollution and safety rules, saying the changes slash costs for manufacturers and consumers with minimal safety impact. Automakers press for Japanese import restraints, while critics warn of more deaths, poorer air quality, and stalled progress.
House Democrats presented a 713.5 billion dollar alternative to Reagan's 1982 package in Washington. The proposal argues for a smaller budget to curb deficits and inflation while pursuing a balanced budget. The debate focuses on which plan truly lowers the deficit and inflation.
The FCC unanimously raises AT&T's allowed return from 10.5% to a floating 12.5% to 13% range, forecasting about a 16% hike in interstate rates and a $1.4 billion revenue rise over a year. AT&T aims for 12.75% and expects rates to rise as soon as possible, though new rates require a written order and possible review.
Abbie Hoffman former Yippie leader surrendered after years underground and received three years in state prison for selling cocaine in 1973 in Manhattan. He must serve at least one year before parole with April 21 start date set by Acting Justice Brenda Soloff.
Washington AP reports Reagan administration plans to cut immigration and customs inspectors, risking travel chaos and flight disruptions as foreign visitors surge this summer. Airlines and airport managers warn of longer waits. industry groups say more staff are needed at gateway airports to maintain foreign tourism and tax revenue.
United Mine Workers bargaining council is summoned to Washington for a strategy session amid a coal strike and layoffs with dissension within the union. President Sam Church orders a Friday meeting as members await an outline of next steps. Bituminous Coal Operators Assn. maintains its no negotiations stance.
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