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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1983
Page
1
Lech Walesa, founder of Solidarity, wins the 1983 Nobel Peace Prize for his work to secure workers rights in Communist Poland. The Norwegian committee notes his sacrifice and commitment to peaceful means and negotiations. He is the first Pole awarded the prize.
Argentina's military ruler Gen. Reynaldo Bignone reassured creditors that the nation will meet its debts and proceed with democratic elections this month despite a nationwide strike and the arrest of the Central Bank president. The 24 hour strike, hailed as a people's triumph by labor leaders, disrupts the country as general elections approach and power transfer to elected authorities is scheduled for January 1984.
President Reagan, at a state dinner, expressed disappointment with press coverage of his postponement of a trip to the Philippines and Southeast Asia. He asserted congressional business, not security concerns, drove the delay, noting no reports from security agents warned of danger despite riots following the opposition leader’s shooting.
In Huntsville Texas Justice Byron White halted the 1980 murder case of James David Autry four minutes after a death warrant began, staying the lethal injection over concerns of proportionality. A pro execution crowd jeered outside the prison while Autry’s victim’s daughter voiced resignation.
An AP report says Nicaraguan soldiers shot down a U S registered DC 3 carrying supplies to CIA backed rebels in the mountains north of Managua. Two rebel pilots and a mechanic were captured, two others died, and two parachuted to safety.
Volunteers from Westmar lead a special family day at Camp E-i, delivering activities and engagement for children and adults. Organizers report strong community turnout and renewed interest in local service projects.
A cold front crosses Maryland bringing showers today with fair, pleasant weather for the rest of the week. Western Maryland counties endure scattered showers and mid 70s highs, clearing tonight for cooler 50s. Maryland mountains see showers and cooler 70s, Thursday partly cloudy and breezy. Farm forecast notes northwest winds 10-20 mph, drying conditions improve Thursday. Temperature quotes include Frederick 53, Hagerstown 52, Westminster 62.
Mayor Ronald N. Young says Frederick’s water ban stays in force due to low rainfall and a still repairing reservoir. The first stage bans outside use like washing vehicles and watering lawns, with commercial car washes exempt for now. A photo showed buses being washed with water claimed from the Genstar quarry drain, not the city supply.
Flooding devastated Clifton Arizona as police imposed curfew and riot reinforcements patrolled the mining town where looters struck wrecked homes and Phelps Dodge workers faced threats. Governor Babbitt toured the damage as officials warned of possible new downpours from a Pacific hurricane.
About 40 residents voiced fear of being stranded when Monocacy Bottom Road floods, noting emergencies leave them cut off. County plans a half mile paved link to Flinthill Road, with tests and hearings likely before final approval and funding in the 1985 budget.
The Soviet Union urged the United States to join a worldwide nuclear arms freeze with verification, ahead of planned U S missiles in Western Europe. Gromyko proposed a UN general assembly resolution and a bilateral first step, warning of Soviet countermeasures if new U S missiles deploy.
The New Market Planning Commission voted unanimously to deny developer Michael Sponseller’s request to annex about 100 acres on the town’s west end. The panel cited fears the 250 potential homes and up to 500 residents would alter the town’s historic image, directing the matter to the town council for a final Oct. 12 decision.
In North Olmsted Ohio an administrator testified that Stuart D Berger proposed transfers to force unwanted teachers out. The federal case accuses Berger and the school board of violating constitutional rights through harassment or intimidation via transfers or reassignment. Plaintiffs seek 300000 in compensatory damages 400000 in punitive damages back pay and reinstatement.
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