Shankel Leads KU Through Difficult 1980-81 Year
The column praises Kansas University chancellor interim Del Shankel for steering KU through a troubled 1980-81 year. It notes vacancies, a federally scrutinized medical school, shaky legislative funding, and campus opposition, yet Shankel’s steady leadership kept the university on course as Commencement nears and Gene Budig prepares to take over. The piece also reflects on KU’s enduring excellence and gratitude toward Shankel.
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Fighting erupts in Beirut as forces clash across sectarian line
Beiruts streets again erupt in heavy fighting as Syrian troops and Christian militiamen exchange artillery and rockets near the Christian Moslem divide. One Lebanese soldier dies and five are wounded as residents seek shelter in basements amid the renewed danger. Syria refuses Israel's demand to pull Soviet missiles from southern Lebanon while tensions rise over Zahle operations.
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Senate vote trims Social Security cost of living hikes
The Senate 49 to 42 vote trims 7.9 billion in annual cost of living increases for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income recipients plus railroad, federal, and military retirees. Officials warn the trust fund could run out in 1982 or 1983. White House indicates no full opposition, aiming to achieve savings elsewhere and proposing an 8 billion cut next year. Stockman notes solvency concerns and possible reforms such as raising eligibility age. The action accompanies a broader budget debate with a plan for 1982 spending and deficits.
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Grenade blast injures officers in West Belfast
AP reports a crude hand grenade exploded beneath a police vehicle in West Belfast injuring five officers as another officer was shot and wounded. In Londonderry riots erupted with about 100 combatants in the worst violence since Bobby Sands death, two hurt and 21 arrested while a bomb hoax prompted evacuations in Newry. The Provisional IRA claimed a Friday mortar strike on a joint police army post at Newtownhamilton. Gerry Adams warned hunger strikers at Maze might die, demanding political prisoner status.
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Demo Leaders Debate Reprisals After Reagan Budget Vote
Washington AP A heated party clash over discipline for 63 House Democrats who backed Reagan’s budget and tax cuts. Mayor Hatcher says many faced primaries, while leaders weigh punishment or forgiveness as the 1982 election strategy focuses on broad GOP gains. House vote 253 176 and Byrd may reconsider.
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Carter emphasizes human rights struggle at Truman Library
Former President Jimmy Carter told a news conference that human rights issues remain central and the United States must stay a world leader. He accepted the Truman Public Service Award at Independence, Missouri, praising Truman's commitment while criticizing the budget emphasis under President Reagan and supporting continued arms talks and aid policies.
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Giscard and Mitterrand Close Campaign For French Runoff
In Paris, President Valery Giscard d Estaing and Socialist leader Francois Mitterrand wrapped up a frantic campaign to sway undecided voters ahead of Sundays runoff. The official end came Friday at midnight. A latest poll shows Mitterrand with a slim lead among more than 30 million voters faced with a choice between another center-right administration or a leftward shift. Giscard, 55, previously defeated Mitterrand by 1.6 percent in 1974.
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Indians Demand Watt Resignation At Inter tribal Conference
Leaders of 150 American Indian nations urged President Reagan to remove James Watt as interior secretary accusing him of refusing to meet with the groups and failing to consult Indian councils as required by law. Elmer Savilla said Watt did not seek timely advice before budgets or major policy changes.
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Reagan
National Tribal Governments Conference
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Bureau of Indian Affairs
U.S
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National Tribal Chairman's Association
Secretary of the Interior
Congress
AMC raises prices on AMC Jeep and Renault models
American Motors Corp. announced price increases of 1 to 2.9 percent on select AMC Jeep and Renault vehicles, effective May 18 after its 10 percent rebate program ends May 15. President W Paul Tippett Jr said the action lags competitors and follows rising labor and material costs, with an average-equipped car costing about $227 more.
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Arson Hits Home Of Yorkshire Ripper Sutcliffe
Bradford police say an arsonist set fire to the home of Peter Sutcliffe known as the Yorkshire Ripper causing about 2200 dollars of damage. No one was home as flames were put out before the fire brigade arrived. Sutcliffe, 34, is on trial in London for the killings of 13 women in northern England over five years.
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