Hostage crisis edging toward renewed talks in Algeria
U S officials held a new round of talks at the Algerian Foreign Ministry to resolve the 14 month hostage crisis by trading frozen Iranian assets for 52 American captives. The meetings between Benyahia and Christopher continued through the night with limited details released. A second bill to nationalize the late Shah’s assets was deferred to Parliament’s upcoming session.
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Reagan fires one third of White House operations staff
The Reagan transition team plans to dismiss about a third of non political White House operations staff, mostly hired under Carter. Spokesman Larry Speakes says 145 may stay, 14 percent of that group to be released, with 76 residence staff and roughly 200 appointees affected. Some workers learned their fate Friday night and await two weeks notice amid a broader political change. The Carter administration meanwhile remains in a suspended state as hostage negotiations in Tehran continue to unfold.
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Dallas voters reject tax reform proposal in city election
In Dallas a proposed property tax referendum was rejected by voters. With 207 of 228 precincts counted, 62,169 opposed to 31,434 in favor, signaling a vote of confidence in Dallas’s local services. SOS leader David McAtee criticized Proposition 13 myths while Clarence Simmons cautioned the loss isn’t tied to California's measure. A coalition including the Dallas Homeowners League and AFL-CIO led the effort.
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West Texas Snow Disrupts Travel With Icy Roads
Heavy snow moved through the Odessa flatlands driving accidents and icy conditions across West Texas. By late Saturday evening the area had seen over an inch of snowfall with forecasters predicting three inches or more today as cold wet weather lingers. Interstate 10 between Kent and Van Horn was closed due to dangerous conditions. The National Weather Service warned ice on ridges and overpasses as temperatures near 30 degrees and a possible rain-snow mix may ease by noon.
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Youth from Mc Camey Shines at World Veteran Games
Six year old Mc Camey resident returns from New Zealand with one gold and three silver medals in the World Veteran Games. Details, Page IC.
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Come in and Have Your Faith Lifted at Seaford Church
Seaford church invites parishioners and visitors to come in for a faith lifting service. The bulletin emphasizes renewed spiritual energy and community fellowship during weekday and weekend gatherings.
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Seaford, N.Y
Marcos lifts martial law inviting challenge
President Ferdinand E Marcos lifted martial law in Manila restoring some freedoms but keeping emergency powers. He retains decrees on bans and arrests, while elections for a regular parliament are set for 1984. Critics call the move a farce though some see a step forward as unions plan rallies and protests among presses.
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