Residents weigh Iraq war options amid Kuwait crisis
New Castle residents express mixed views on blocking Iraqi oil and possible war to oust Saddam Hussein. Voices favor sanctions and restraint, while others push for military action or staying out, citing costs at home and global opinion. Leaders and everyday workers name Bush policy, oil prices, and national duty as factors shaping their stance.
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Gas prices rise before crisis boosts fears of shortages
Rising fuel costs hit New Castle area as pumps increased 5 to 11 cents in ten days, with July 30 jumps at Mahoningtown's Atlantic station from 99.9 to 1.04 dollars and further hikes expected. National averages show unbranded unleaded rising about 9.5 cents for the week, while Pennsylvania shoppers face sharp increases due to Middle East tensions.
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Thatcher urges Magna Carta for Europe at Aspen
British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher urged a European Magna Carta to extend freedoms to all Europeans. She proposed an East West summit this fall to draft a document safeguarding speech worship access to the law free markets and democratic rights. Thatcher said communism is broken and Soviet citizens are talking democracy and urged viewing the USSR as a country finding its path to freedom.
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Military jet and civilian plane collide over San Antonio
A T-38 trainer jet and a privately owned Cessna collided on San Antonio's south side. Four people aboard the two aircraft escaped unharmed or with minor injuries. Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board and Air Force were en route. The jet was from Laughlin Air Force Base and was en route from Randolph to Kelly Air Force Base for a practice instrument approach.
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Hurricane Diana Aims At Mexico Caribbean Coast
The newly christened Hurricane Diana strengthened to 78 mph winds and moved toward Mexico's Caribbean coast. Up to eight inches of rain were expected as storm warnings extended along most of the Gulf Coast.
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