Carter heads to Panama to seal canal treaties
President Carter departed for Panama amid security worries after deadly Panama City clashes near his hotel. Officials insisted no difficulty expected as he and Omar Torrijos sign documents to end U S control of the canal by 2000 and guarantee its neutrality. He will meet regional leaders including Mexico and Jamaica and speak in Spanish to outline future U S Latin American relations.
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Soviet cosmonauts prepare for Salyut 6 docking mission
Two Soviet cosmonauts Vladimir Kovalenok and Alexander Ivanchenkov launch Soyuz 29 to join the Salyut 6 station. Tass reports all systems normal as they begin experiments. this is Kovalenok's second space flight. The crew aims to continue explorations from Soyuz 26 27 and 28 missions and follow up on the 96 day orbit era.
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Torrijos imposes unique security for Carter visit
In Panama City the Torrijos government declares a national holiday and tightens security for President Carter as he arrives to formalize the canal treaties. Troops seal Tocumen Airport and guard his hotel route with thousands of security personnel while opponents are silenced. Students protesting the treaties face the heightened security environment.
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Deregulation plan could raise bills sparking Senate delay
A government study questions the compromise natural gas deregulation plan, suggesting residential prices by 1985 may rise more than under the Senate bill. Senators Abourezk Metzenbaum and Anderson threaten a new filibuster, risking a lengthy debate as Carter faces opposition to energy policy amid broader Capitol Hill gridlock.
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Edison did not invent the first talking machine
A historical note claims Thomas Edison did not create the first talking machine but did invent the first model that could be turned off. The remark contrasts Edison’s achievement with earlier inventors and emphasizes control over playback.
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Italy president Leone resigns amid corruption claims
Rome Italy's ruling Christian Democrats face a fresh blow as President Giovanni Leone resigns amid tax evasion and Lockheed payoff allegations. Senate President Amintore Fanfani steps in temporarily while a 15 day window begins for Leone's successor.
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