Auto workers strike ends with new Chrysler contract
The eight day UAW strike against Chrysler concludes amid a $1 billion deal running to 1988. Chrysler workers gain pay raises, a $2,100 lump sum, retiree benefits, and a profit sharing plan while outsourcing trends and global production shift loom large. Critics warn the pact boosts offshore work and weakens U.S. ties.
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Chrysler
UAW
Owen Bieber
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General Motors
Bieber
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Surspe
Asia
Japan
Suzuki
Isuzu
Brazil
Mazda
Mitsubishi
Pontiac
South Korea
Izuzu
Opel
West Germany
Saturn
Tennessee
VAW
Detroit
Vietnam era memorial reflections spark mixed pride and grief
A reader recalls the 1985 War Memorial dedication in Memorial Park, recognizing pride in national symbols yet mourning the Vietnam era. The piece contrasts WWII memorials with Vietnam remembrance and laments ongoing difficulty honoring Vietnam veterans, while calling for faith and reconciliation.
Radish of unusual size brought to News-Post office
John T. Bussard of Jefferson delivered a seven pound white icicle radish to The News-Post office. The 16 inch long, 20 inch diameter root was still growing and had not seeded. It was planted about June 1.
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News-Post Office
John T. Bussard
Jefferson
Libyan coup bid backed by CLA and CIA
The CLA supported the National Front for the Salvation of Libya in a botched attempt to assassinate Muammar Qaddafi on May 8, 1984. Trained and aided by the CIA, the group sent too few men and was slaughtered in a daylong battle near Tripoli as Qaddafi hid in the barracks.
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Frederick
General Lafayette
Donald E. Wensehoff Sr
Lee Place
Junior
American Citizens Committee
Washington
CLA
Muammar Qaddafi
CIA
National Front For the Salvation of
Libya
Qaddafi
Tripoli
Libyan exile al-Huni seen as possible future leader
The CIA backed a failed Magarieff mission near the Tunisian border while Abdel Moneim al-Huni, a former Libyan minister and early Qaddafi ally, emerges as a widely supported, anti-Qaddafi figure. Al-Huni, living in Cairo since 1975, resists CIA ties yet draws backing from diverse opposition groups who view him as a reformer and potential unifier amid Libya's instability.
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Salvation Front
Tunisia
Mohammed Youssef Magarieff
CIA
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al- Buni
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Tripoli
Egypt
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Spirit Week at Frederick High Builds Toward Cadet Patriot Game
Frederick High observes Spirit Week with themed days 50s Pajama Toga Powderpuff Black and Gold culminating in a pep rally bonfire and parade. The Cadet Patriot football game is Saturday at 2 p.m. at Frederick High followed by Homecoming Dance themed New York New York.
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Frederick High
C. Burr Artz Library
Patrick Street
Frederick High Stadium
New York
Paula A. Foris
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