Computer failure delays Columbia shuttle touchdown at Edwards
Space Center Houston reports astronaut crew of six aboard Columbia faced a postponed return after a computer fault four percent hours before planned landing. Mission Control paused re-entry while seeking a full diagnostic, with Edwards Air Force Base as a possible later landing site.
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Hospital expansion plan moves forward at Medical Center
The MCH long-range planning committee approved a three phase expansion proposal by Ernst and Whitney, potentially costing 10 to 20 million for phase one, including more parking and redesigned emergency and patient care areas. The plan adds beds in phase three and envisions a second east wing, with timing tied to need and a 376 bed facility.
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Chicago
Ernst and Whitney
Jim Morell
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U S May Move Beirut Marines to Safer Ground
U S Marines at Beirut airport base came under heavy fire from militiamen and responded with anti-tank missiles and mortars. Officials discuss shifting Marines southward under Israeli control or onto U S warships offshore as part of safety plans. No casualties reported.
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Larry Speakes
Washington
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New York Times
Boston Globe
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Times
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Dennis Brooks
Iran denies OPEC price freeze amid muted consensus
In Geneva Iran disputed Subroto of Indonesia who claimed a consensus on a price of 29 dollars per barrel and 17.5 million barrels daily output. Iran urged a return to 34 dollars and production cuts by wealthier members, notably Saudi Arabia, amid tensions over credibility and financing for Tehran’s war with Iraq.
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Iran
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Subroto
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Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
London
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
Camouflage craze sweeps Pennsylvania stores this Christmas
Pennsylvania surplus shop owners report kids clamoring for military camouflage gear this season. Philadelphia manager Warren Sucher notes toddlers’ camouflage uniforms at 27 dollars with frantic parents seeking gear. Pittsburgh shopkeeper Bill Bonn cites pre Halloween spike and a waiting list. Kingston retailer Don Keefer calls demand whacky as other officials offer theories linking the trend to recent world events and popular culture.
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Warren Sucher
I. Goldberg’s
Bill Bonn
Army-Navy Surplus
Pittsburgh
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