Reagan may approve big pay rises for top federal officials
President Reagan, under pressure to curb spending, may include substantial pay raises for top federal officials in the 1988 budget. The commission recommended higher salaries to offset decades of purchasing-power loss, with Congress holding final authority within 30 days. The move accompanies broader deficit talks and possible Amtrak asset actions.
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Dayton man Samuel Hall held at Nicaraguan air base
UPI reports Samuel Nesley Hall, 49, of Dayton, arrested in a restricted area of Punta Huete air base north of Managua on suspicion of spying for a private U.S. espionage company. U.S. officials seek access. Hall’s ties to Rep Tony Hall are unconfirmed.
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Meese Probe Role Questioned in Iran Contra Inquiry
Justice Department to examine Attorney General Edwin Meese and his handling of early probes into the Iran Contra affair. Lawmakers Biden and Rodine threaten their own inquiries as the White House faces credibility questions. Walsh named as potential independent counsel.
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Reagan budget eyes Amtrak sale and transit cuts
The New York Times reports President Reagan’s 1988 budget proposes selling Amtrak’s Northeast corridor, claiming no buyers while Amtrak warns of losses. The plan also cuts federal urban mass transit aid from 3.4 to 1.6 billion. Congress is expected to oppose. officials suggest a private sale could raise about 1.5 billion.
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Death notices and weather for Western Pennsylvania
Death records list Edward M. Malley Frances Glasser Fred C. Peterson Ethel B. Blevins Michael Shenker Sr Rasha Abraham Arthur R. Thomas Marie G. Grzelak Leslie Wooley Mrs Frank C. Clarke Louis J. Montani Arthur R. Dean. Western Pennsylvania report notes partly cloudy tonight and tomorrow with lows in the upper 20s and highs in the 40s. extended forecast shows chilly days with possible snow and temperatures in the 20s to 40s.
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