Meese blasts former aides over independent counsel probe
Washington AP Edwin Meese attacks Deputy Attorney General Arnold Burns and William Weld for not pursuing a thorough spring 1987 inquiry. He says their actions sparked James McKay's four count criminal probe, though no indictment followed. Meese plans to resign by mid August and says he is vindicated. Weld and Burns decline comment as they prepare to testify before Congress.
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Pentagon tightens contracting to curb bid abuses
Defense Secretary Frank C. Carlucci announced modest Pentagon changes to curb abuses in defense procurement. New rules limit Best and Final Offers to prevent contractors from revising bids after learning rival prices, a tactic used to tailor offers and win multibillion dollar contracts amid ongoing investigations.
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Soviets pledge Afghan troop withdrawal by August 15
The United States said it received assurances from Moscow that half of the 115,000 Soviet troops in Afghanistan would withdraw by August 15. But officials warned that some Soviet commanders faced rebel fire and thousands more troops might be sent. Pakistan's President Zia publicly raised alarm after U N monitoring notes cited Kabul commander remarks.
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Clashes injure Arabs and Israelis in Gaza and West Bank
Palestinians clashed with Israeli troops in the occupied territories on Monday, injuring three Arabs and five soldiers. In Gaza City’s Shati camp, an army officer suffered a cracked skull after rock throwing, while youths were hit by tear gas and bullets.
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Two hurt as plant blast forces evacuations near Chicago
A fiery explosion at the Unocal chemical plant in Bringview Illinois critically injured two employees and prompted evacuation of about three nearby homes. Thick black fumes forced residents to seek shelter at a community center while EPA investigators probed the blaze and its toxic potential.
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Mighty Mouse cartoon cut after watchdog pressure
CBS trimmed 30 seconds from The Littlest Tramp after claims Mighty Mouse sniffing flowers looked like cocaine use. Animator Ralph Bakshi defended the edit as contextually innocent while Rev. Donald Wildmon and the American Family Association called it a victory and demanded Bakshi be removed.
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Reagan says talk with Iran possible if Tehran ready
President Reagan signaled that the United States could open talks with Iran over Americans held hostage in Lebanon if Tehran's leaders are willing. An administration official noted the US has sent a new message seeking talks to normalize relations and end the Persian Gulf war. Officials stressed no conditions were set for resuming ties.
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Safety of Detrick research comments spark call for open review
A critic urged the Army to fully disclose organisms studied at the Detrick program and warned Ebula is highly infective and lethal with no vaccine. Army spokesman Casey said the hearing will not change the program, as no issues were found in the impact statement.
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U.N. Ponders Iran Iraq Peace Talks and Alleged Use of Gas
At U.N. meetings Iran and Iraq discussed peace as Iraqi forces withdraw from Iran. Iran ready for ceasefire and direct talks with Iraq. Iran accuses Iraq of chemical weapon use in a weekend offensive, triggering private Security Council consultations under the 1925 Geneva Convention.
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Homeowner records request for LLA files in January
A homeowner seeks unrestricted access to LLA files for an objectivity driven chronology of the Lake Singapore Association. The LLA policy allows copies via written request and per page fees, while personnel and lot files remain private. The Maryland Homeowners Association Act requires books and records be available for examination by a lot owner or their agents during normal hours with notice.
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New Market annexation fuels long quarrel over zoning
The council deliberations on annexing 745 acres near New Market drew opposition from Turnpike Farms and residents. Landowners questioned town plans, while the county blocked development with a five year moratorium. Litigation looms as Turnpike Farms fights zoning and sewer decisions and protests mount over the town doubling in size without clear planning.
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