Haig resigns as Secretary of State in protest
Washington information cites Secretary Alexander M. Haig Jr resigning on Friday amid criticism that U S foreign policy drifted from its steady course. President Reagan names former Treasury chief George P. Shultz to succeed him as tense exchanges and terse public statements mark the dramatic handover. Haig’s farewell hints at policy shifts without naming specific decisions or culprits. Internal disputes since 1981 include a plan to reorganize national security power aimed at Haig, angering aides.
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Shultz to take over the reins
Washington reports former Treasury Secretary George Pratt Shultz, age 61, named secretary of state for the Reagan administration. A longtime adviser, Shultz previously led Bechtel and served in Nixon’s cabinets, while Haig praised the appointment and the nation’s confidence in his incumbency.
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Motel guest sues Imperial Motel over carbon monoxide injuries
Gloria Cargal files a suit seeking over 1.5 million for her daughter Ona Cargal and 12 other guests injured May 30 at Imperial Motel. One death and 14 hospitalizations followed suspected faulty heater venting. Co owner Manhur Patel cites no prior warning after a May 28 fire inspection. The Odessa suit alleges severe permanent injuries including brain damage and convulsions with long term effects.
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U S support for Israeli victory in Lebanon war analysis
The Reagan administration appears to back a decisive Israeli win in Lebanon, preferring no ceasefire while Palestinian gunmen remain armed. Washington hints it may tolerate or align with Israel's options, with Weinberger as an exception to limited criticism amid Beirut bombardment and war developments.
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Haig to be replaced by Shultz as policy shift eyed
Haig seen as Israel’s ally. replacement George P. Shultz may favor moderates in Arab nations. Reagan calls Lebanon violence a great concern but officials avoid direct Israel criticism. Speakes declines comment on Beirut pledge adherence. Israel reaction cited on Page 2A.
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Deserts Hear Dune Buggy Noise Threat to Wildlife
Cal State Fullerton zoologist Bayard Brattstrom warns dune buggies and dirt bikes harm Mojave desert animals by deafening them and hindering predator detection. Experiments show nine minutes of moderate noise deafens kangaroo rats, toads mistake storms for rain, risking death. noise helped shape the California Desert Plan banning off road vehicles in sensitive areas.
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