Carter vows U S opposition to Soviet Afghanistan action in Rome
President Carter said the United States will stand resolute against the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan even if some allies disagree. He kept sanctions in place, meeting Italian leaders at the Quirinale Palace and noting NATO’s missile deployment in Europe. Carter warned against any departure from NATO unity, stressing detente must rest on deterring aggression.
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Administration to ask benefits for 130000 refugees
The Carter administration proposed a six month special status for nearly 130000 Cubans and Haitians who entered illegally this spring to grant welfare and job benefits while Congress decides their final status. The plan covers about 114000 Cubans and 15000 Haitians who arrived before Thursday, with newcomers to be eligible for asylum only if proven.
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Ford Mahwah plant closes ending 25 years of work
The Ford Mahwah assembly line halted after 25 years as the Fairmont Futura rolled off the line at 10 30 a m ending employment for 3732 workers including line staff and engineers. Union leader Joseph O Hara and plant manager Paul Nolan shook hands as the last car finished amid flags and applause. Some workers will transfer to Metuchen while officials consider future use of the facility.
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Grenada soldiers kill ex-sarge linked to assassination bid
In St George's Grenada soldiers fatally shot a former revolutionary army sergeant tied to a failed assassination attempt on Prime Minister Maurice Bishop. Authorities also report a second man jailed over a bomb that killed three and wounded twenty at a political rally. Bishop escaped unharmed as authorities enforce a state of emergency.
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Reagan favored by Texas GOP at convention
State Republican chairman predicts Texas to deliver for Ronald Reagan at Saturday’s convention the largest in party history. He cites early unification of Reagan Bush and Connally forces as the greatest thing that happened.
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Supreme Court Nullifies Alabama Death Penalty Law
The Supreme Court, in a 7-2 ruling, voided Alabama's death penalty statute for limiting juries to verdicts or acquittals, removing 49 death row inmates from execution eligibility. The ruling may force a new capital punishment framework. the Alabama Supreme Court will decide potential resentencing or new trials.
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