Trenton governor race hangs on canvassers decision
In New Jersey a Monday canvass will decide whether to certify results in the tight governor race between Democrat James Florio and Republican Thomas Kean. Kean leads narrowly as final tallies from Hudson Mercer and Monmouth are due, with Essex County ballots awaiting state Supreme Court action. County canvassers must certify by noon and deliver figures to the secretary of state within three days.
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State taxes rise sharply since 1970 to 607 per person
Washington AP reports state government tax collection nearly tripled from 1970 to 1980, reaching $607 per person and $137.1 billion nationwide. Alaska led per capita at $3,594, while New Hampshire and South Dakota were among the lowest.
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Balloonists set to launch first manned Pacific balloon crossing
Four balloonists from Albuquerque and one from Japan prepare to launch the 400000 cubic foot Double Eagle V from Nagashima, aiming to cross 6000 miles to the U S West Coast. Pilot Ben Abruzzo and crew have prior trans Atlantic success, while a separate Jules Verne attempt is planned around Thanksgiving.
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Brown favored over Republicans in California 1982 poll
Californians favored Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr. in the 1982 Democratic senatorial nominating race but trailed GOP contenders in several matchups. In pairings with Goldwater Jr. and McCloskey, Brown led 43 percent to 45 percent with 12 percent undecided. with Wilson the margin was 44 to 42 percent and 14 percent undecided. Against Hayakawa Brown led 52 to 35 percent. Brown would win 51 percent versus Maureen Reagan and 47 percent versus Dornen, with other Dems and undecideds also listed.
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Unpaid Bills Close Oregon School After Rejected Tax
About 2,500 students in Estacada face a forced vacation as voters reject a fourth tax levy. A special election set for Nov 24 will again seek funding May require the district to stay closed as Oregon prohibits state bailouts. The $2.9 million levy was defeated a fourth time, the closure marking a first since 1976.
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Weekend forecast for Northeast Kansas clouds and showers
The weekend forecast in Northeast Kansas calls for cloudy conditions with a 30 percent chance of showers today, highs in the mid-50s, and a low in the mid-30s tonight. Monday brings partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-50s. Northerly winds 10 to 20 mph today. Official Journal-World readings show Saturday high 57 and overnight low 38 with no precipitation.
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Interest rate drop bright spot in economy
Washington AP reports that falling interest rates offer a rare bright spot amid a worsening recession. Regan notes 17 percent short term rates possible, long term bonds below 14 percent, while unemployment may exceed 8 percent. Administration expects a summer recovery with tax cuts and inflation fight cited as causes. Dem critics call it a pattern of broken promises.
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Average income rises in 46 states in spring
Commerce Department data show total U.S. personal income up 2.1 percent to an annual $2.34 trillion in April-June, with most states posting gains as inflation lagged. West Virginia and Kentucky declined due to coal strikes. Alaska and several others led with 3 percent plus rises while several New England, Midwest, and Western states posted modest gains. Pacific and Plains states mixed, Florida strong, Texas sizable, California solid.
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Tehran reports Kurdish rebel massacre in Bukan city
Tehran Radio said Kurdish Democratic Party and Mujahedeen Khalq guerrillas carried out a wholesale massacre in Bukan, killing men, women and children in streets and public venues. Government forces reportedly repulsed the attack with heavy combat, and 74 rebels and civilians were reported casualties. The report gave no independent confirmation.
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Haig Battles Inside White House Over Foreign Policy Role
Washington sources say Secretary of State Alexander Haig faced a self described guerrilla campaign from a White House official from the start of Reagan’s term. He clashed publicly with Defense Secretary Weinberger over NATO’s nuclear war plan and battled over crisis leadership and turf. Reagan sought to defuse tensions with Allen and Haig in a private talks after Anderson's column spotlighted the dispute.
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