Reagan narrows GOP field as Crane quits race
Reagan faces two potential threats in Pennsylvania as John Anderson considers leaving to run as an independent while George Bush concedes he trails in the crucial primary. Philip Crane drops out, signaling Reagan's consolidation. Crane had been the first Republican candidate since Aug. 2, 1976, planning to back Reagan upon exit.
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Guerrillas may free three hostages this weekend
Colombian guerrillas holding U.S. Ambassador Diego Garcia and 18 others said they will release three hostages from the Dominican Republic Embassy on April 19. The Movement 18 gave no specific names, but El Siglo listed Haitian Ambassador Luis Leonardo Pierre and Papal Nuncio Monsignor Angelo Acerbi as likely candidates.
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Begin progress on Israeli security talks with autonomy plan
Israeli Prime Minister Begin says talks with President Carter yielded added progress toward easing security concerns, with a plan reportedly allowing a self governing Palestinian council in occupied areas while authority remains undecided. Carter welcomed progress but cautioned that final agreement is far off.
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Planeload of Cuban refugees to depart for Peru from Costa Rica
A third group of about 256 Cuban refugees from Havana was expected to arrive in Costa Rica today. About 9,900 remain to escape. Initial evacuees would proceed to Peru. Unconfirmed reports said Peruvian Air Force transports planned to ferry more refugees to Costa Rica. Refugees were housed at a government guest house as Red Cross volunteers arranged metal cots. A priest said Mass for around 100. One refugee, Anna Grees, recalled years of persecution.
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Local governments lose civil rights immunity ruling
A fragment from a Washington report notes the Supreme Court ruling ending immunity for cities and counties in civil rights cases. The decision holds that local governments can face liability, affecting how municipalities handle civil rights actions and governance.
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Sanctions Prep Amid US Politics Delicate Timetable
Reports indicate new sanctions may be announced within ten days as the White House signals actions against lies and political strains. Carter convened a 6 oclock est conference to discuss immunity and legal terms while courts review a high court decision on government powers and good faith obligations.
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Nation may be entering a recession in 1979
The nation’s economy appears to be sliding into a recession, with housing and jobs showing downturns and forecasters predicting a mild but real contraction lasting six to nine months. Officials note possible job losses and slower growth as oil prices and tight money continue to restrain demand.
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North Market rebuild inches forward amid funding questions
North Market Street rebuilding moves ahead with a preliminary engineering contract as Mayor Ronald N. Young says state funds and timetable are not yet set. The plan covers street, sidewalks and signals from the Square Corner to Seventh Street while undergrounding wires via Potomac Edison is explored. Potential financing includes bonds, state grants, a rate structure surcharge, or a targeted electric bill surcharge for historic districts. The mayor also mentions two way traffic on East Patrick Street and possible shifts to municipal infractions to handle minor violations.
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Frederick County Poised To Become State Boomtown
Local developers and economic officials report Frederick County remains financially tight but growth potential is strong. Industry leaders say the county is the hottest in the state as firms seek light industrial and commercial sites, with high financing costs delaying immediate development plans yet not dampening long term intent.
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Unclear OCR Highlights From Washington Edition
An opaque page segment mixes finance, opinion, and local items. It mentions investigative columns on poverty, a geographic overview, and notices about corporate meetings, with scattered proper names and dates that are mostly unreadable.
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Hazardous device incident kills six near Iran Iraq border
A sudden blast on the Iran Iraq border left six killed and several injured. The blast damaged a graveyard facility in Absdsn and destroyed nearby mines. Officials offered few details on culpability while tensions between Iran and Iraq authorities escalated amid accusations of fomenting unrest.
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Tapes ordered returned by county officials in HRC dispute
County commissioners voted to deliver all Human Relations Commission tapes now at Winchester Hall to the HRC director for custody and inventory. HRC Director Theodore W Stephens, council vice chair Leaven Gordon, and council chair Hazel Eagen were notified. The move aims to centralize control amid questions over where tapes are stored and who bears responsibility.
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Vague readable phrases hint at a local scene with dates and events but many words are garbled. It mentions a Friday, calm weather, and possible social or public happenings, yet specifics about people places or outcomes remain unclear.
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