Hijackers force Air France jet to Tehran amid hostage crisis
Arabic speaking hijackers forced an Air France flight to land in Tehran freeing three sick women and a child while threatening to blow up 56 other hostages amid disputes over Iran France policy. In other world items Britain China outline Hong Kong framework for 1997 return with disputes remaining Howe said.
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State fire marshal halts Union Oil refinery permits after fatal blast
The fire marshal suspended operating permits for the Union Oil refinery and will not allow start up until hundreds of pressurized tanks are checked following last week's double explosion that killed 17 workers, the second deadliest refinery fire in US history. Gov. Thompson signed a law banning diesel equipment in underground mines until 1986, with a health department study ordered. Communist party filed nominating petitions with about 34,000 signatures for statewide November candidates.
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Marian band study in excellence and unity
Anita Pfeifer profiles Marian Catholic high school marching band with 190 members. Director Greg Bimm cites closeness discipline and pride as key to ongoing success while students credit him and alumni traditions for high standards. A pre-competition prayer and shared song foster a powerful sense of unity before each performance.
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Staff rehired SMA pupils commended on progress
The South Metropolitan Association for Low- Incidence Handicapped reviewed 1983-84 progress as 17 percent of SMA students improved to graduate or need less training. Directors recalled 28 staff, added a business manager, and discussed contracts. Parent involvement reached 70 percent with 88 percent of goals met.
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Country Club Hills
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Crete
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Will County
Cable firm plans franchise sale in Park Forest area
Cox Cable franchises in Park Forest and Orland Park may be sold to Chicago Cable Partners in a Portland TCI backed deal. Tidel Communications would operate the systems with financing by TCI. Cox says it aims to redeploy assets after deciding not to pursue a Chicago franchise. Trustees in Park Forest have 90 days to exercise right of first refusal. no personnel changes expected.
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Classified Ad Improvements Introduce New Billing System
The ad section adopts computerized production and billing. Customers now pay only after their ad expires. Pricing shifts from word count to space used, ensuring identical prices for the same space. Some earlier straight head ads may see minor cost changes.
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