Mexico to expand Pacific oil port and Tehuantepec pipeline
Mexico pursues a $950 million Pacific port expansion and a Tehuantepec pipeline to boost exports to the Far East and serve West Coast needs. Pemex leads the project with Japan financing about half, aiming to save Panama Canal shipments and double holdings as infrastructure nears completion by end of 1989.
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Two hostages threaten to die if U.S. attacks Lebanon
Islamic Jihad in Beirut warned two American hostages could be killed if the United States launches an attack on Lebanon. The group said its threat in a typewritten note accompanied by a photo of Terry Anderson targets Washington’s regional interests and vows no mercy. The captives are Anderson and Thomas Sutherland, seized in 1985 in west Beirut. Negotiators strained as Anglican hostage Waite’s fate remains unclear after last public sighting January 20.
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Archbishop appeals for help in tracing missing envoy Waite
Archbishop Robert Runcie appealed to Iran's parliament speaker Rafsanjani for assistance in locating missing envoy Terry Waite who disappeared January 20 in Beirut while attempting to free foreign hostages. In Syria Nabih Berri claimed Waite was arrested by Islamic Jihad, though Anglican spokeswoman Keatley called the claim unconfirmed. Berri's statement followed Islamic Jihad threats to kill hostages if the US attacked Lebanon.
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Bubble aids weight loss in stomach balloon procedure
A Midland gastroenterologist describes inserting a cylindrical marshmallow shaped Gastric Bubble into patients to reduce stomach capacity and trigger fullness. It is not a universal cure but may help those with 100 or more excess pounds despite efforts, as obesity is viewed as a disease.
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Cyclists Near Midland Return From 25 Mile Ride
A group of cyclists from Midland and Odessa rode along the Interstate 20 service road three miles west of Midland. They were returning to Midland after a 25 mile ride as part of training for an upcoming race. An Odessa dentist noted riders often push to 100 miles in training.
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Casey Resigns as CIA Director Replaced by Gates
CIA Director William E. Casey resigns while recovering from brain tumor surgery. Deputy Robert Gates, a 20 year CIA veteran, will lead on an acting basis as Gates’ nomination proceeds. Casey to become presidential counselor when able. Reagan accepts resignation with reluctance.
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