Abshire named to coordinate White House Iran Contra responses
David M. Abshire, named by President Reagan to oversee White House inquiries into Iran Contra, has a long history in national security policy and covert operations. Previously assistant secretary of state in 1970 and a 1975 commission member, he will start Jan 5 as special counselor to the president, directing responses to arms sales to Iran and diverting profits to the Contras.
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Larry Long
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Holiday fatalities in Texas rise over Christmas period
The Texas Department of Public Safety reported at least 21 deaths on roads and highways during the Christmas holiday, with 120 fatalities nationwide. DPS had projected 23 deaths for the 54 hour period through midnight Christmas. Spokesman David Wells cited fewer multiple fatal accidents as a reason.
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Conflicts Strain US Mexico Ties and Policy
Washington reports a crisis of confidence between the United States and Mexico. Officials describe mutual distrust over drug trafficking and illegal immigration and recount Shultz snubbing Mexican Foreign Secretary at an OAS meeting in Guatemala.
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Accord could lift oil prices aid Permian Basin firms
OPEC hopes an accord will push crude toward 18 a barrel, potentially stabilizing Permian Basin producers says Midland oilman Paul Erdmann. He notes oil at that level may not restore last year's rig count but could curb an early-year drop in active rigs.
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Macy's Post Christmas Chaos At New York Store
After Christmas shoppers flood Macy’s 34th Street store returning gifts and snatching markdowns. Cabbage Patch dolls and GoBots lie broken on the floor while beaded garland and ornaments sell at deep discounts. Shoppers confront long returns lines as staff struggle with decor and display damage.
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