Reagan optimistic in year end roundup
President Reagan spoke of improving U S Soviet relations despite rising rhetoric and said talks on nuclear arms have not resumed with a date set. He urged the Soviets to see mutual interests, noted no war while peace remains possible, and described the clock debate as a misread. He plans a California vacation after the Oval Office interview.
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Reagan Reviews Mideast Peace Prospects and Beirut Inquiry
President Reagan expresses optimism about advancing peace talks involving Egypt and Jordan, while noting progress in Lebanon and Palestinian support for Arafat. He disputes Mubarak–Arafat talks violating Camp David and accepts responsibility for the Beirut Marine HQ bombing fallout. Kirkpatrick signals she is not resigning as U S envoy despite rumors. He cites strengthening U S ties with Asia and Europe and a solid economic recovery.
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Beirut
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Jeane J. Kirkpatrick
Washington's 1776 Delaware crossing reenactment halted by weather
A crew member tosses a line to shore as harsh weather disrupts the annual reenactment of Washington's Delaware crossing. John B. Kelly Jr. portrays George Washington as history buffs endure the cold rowboat ride and joke about the night being unfit for man or beast.
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Delaware River
John B. Kelly Jr
George Washington
W.C. Fields
Jackson to ask flier's release in Syria
Rev. Jesse Jackson plans a Damascus visit with religious leaders to urge Syria to free Navy Lt. Robert O. Goodman Jr. after his A-6 was shot down in Lebanon. He criticizes the Reagan administration for not pressing harder and calls for diplomacy to bring warring sides to the bargaining table.
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Robert O. Goodman Jr
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Chicago
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White House
Immigrant workers stay in Santa Ana amid economic turmoil
Latin American immigrants who once came for seasonal work now decide to stay to escape hardship at home. Officials warn of growing numbers and reduced local work, while concerns rise over crime and social strain as more illegal workers remain.
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Jose Vargas
Mexico
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South America
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Gene Wood
Anaheim
Lou Lopez
Girl Visits Home for Christmas Chemotherapy in Knox County
Pamela Hamilton, 13, a cancer patient, spent Christmas at home in La Follette after East Tennessee Children's Hospital nurses agreed to conduct house calls. The Department of Human Services initially blocked home treatment due to parental religious beliefs but reached a compromise with the Hamilton family.
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Pamela Hamilton
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Pamela
Pat Kelly
Hamiltons
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
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