Die-hard Congress shelves budget stalemate and leaves
Congress adjourned in a fatigued finish to its first session of the 99th Congress. Senators and representatives rushed for flights amid forecasts of renewed fiscal deadlock next year. Presidents Reagan's veto, tax fights, and a Superfund plan dominated talks as lawmakers eyed the season's first snow and promised a January return.
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J. Bennett Johnston
D-La
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Foley
D-Wash
Camp David
Larry Speakes
White House
Winter arrives today in Frederick County
Frederick County welcomes the first day of winter as snow blankets the ground and temperatures linger in the 20s. Snow began Friday at noon and continued into the evening, causing hazardous driving during rush hour. The emergency plan ran from 2 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Saturday, with 90 roads crew workers and 29 sanders deployed. Roads were said to be in pretty good shape with icy patches. The city sent 15 trucks to salt streets Friday. most streets were clear by Saturday.
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Shultz Secures Exemption From Lie Detector Test
Secretary of State George P. Shultz won an exemption from a White House polygraph policy after meeting with President Reagan who said Shultz felt better about the issue. Reagan noted Shultz would resign if required to take a test, insisting polygraphs are not always reliable and should be used with other security measures.
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Texas
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Mass
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Larry Speakes
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Holiday shoppers lift area sales despite Sunday closings
Merchants report strong holiday sales with 10 to 40 percent gains in November and December as crowds grow, stores extend hours, and extra staff are hired. Some retailers note Sundays underperforming, though Gee Bee reports solid weekend business. Weather and a four Sunday opening plan influence weekend totals.
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Radio Shack
Frederick Towne Mall
Stick
Kiddie City
Charlyn A. Allen
Kim Owens
Kmart Discount Store
Bob Huzzy
Remsberg’s
East Patrick Street
Huzzy
Gee Bee Department
Gordon Thompson
Owens
Kmart
Michael Howser
K & K Toys
Linda Monfordini
Hello Shop
Francis Scott Key Mall
Ferry sinking ends search near Subic Bay Philippines
U S and Philippine navy officials ended a three day search for survivors after the Asuncion Cinco capsized in 18 foot seas south of Manila. Rescues totaled 81 with 11 confirmed dead and hundreds missing or unaccounted for. The ship was en route from Palawan to Manila when disaster struck, survivors described ferocious waves and engines failing, while emotions ran high as families waited for news.
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Alice
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Olongapo
Taiwan
Nacua
Palawan Island
Flor Ydanez
Belinda Lopez
U.S. Navy
Weather outlook for Western Maryland turns colder tonight
Clear and very cold conditions with diminishing winds lead into a mainly clear night with lows between 5 and 15. Sunday will be cloudy with a chance of a late flurry, highs in the 32 to 36 range, per Western Maryland Weather on page A-2.
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Lake Singanore residents vote on water sewer assessments
In a cluster development vote, Lake Singanore residents decide on special assessments to fund water and sewer services. The item appears in the paper’s Business Finance and Classified Ads sections with related notices and editorial context.
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Christmas Wish Ends With Big Hug For Santa Claus
Shannon Posthumus of Mount Airy concluded her Christmas wish list with a big hug for Santa Claus. She was accompanied by her mother and sister while they finished their holiday shopping.
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Mount Airy
Santa Claus
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Durban Bomb Hits Street as Violence Escalates
A parked van bomb exploded in central Durban injuring several people including three children. Ambu lances rushed to the scene near a department store and parking garage as police sealed the area. There were no reported fatalities. The blast followed a wave of Durban bombings and ANC threats, with reports of related violence in Lesotho and South Africa.
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Guerrila
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Zambia
Desmond Sixishe
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