United States holds firm on no concessions in hostage crisis
Spokesmen insist policy stands. State Department officials, initially optimistic, grow disappointed as radicals in Beirut thwart hostage releases. Officials note Beirut’s lack of control by Berri rivals, Reagan rhetoric, and retaliation threats complicate resolution while hopes rise briefly at dawn for the 39 remaining hijack victims. Presidential efforts continue through the night as word of a possible homeward path emerges.
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Hostages Near Beirut Departure Amid Uncertain Release
Spokesman Larry Speakes said hostages were departing Beirut as an administration briefing noted transit via Damascus and Frankfurt under U.S. guarantees to prevent retaliation. Most passengers stayed at a school near Beirut airport while a delay raised questions about which seven Americans from the June 14 hijacking would be freed and the fate of four men taken earlier by militants.
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Republican Ed Hargett Forces Runoff In East Texas District Race
Republican Ed Hargett led eight candidates in the 1st congressional district special election but failed to reach 50 percent, forcing a runoff against Democrat Jim Chapman. Hargett captured 42.2 percent to Chapman's 30.2 percent. the seat had been Democratic for over a century after Sam B. Hall Jr. left for a federal judgeship.
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Michener Plans Permanent UT Writing Role and Texas Ties
Author James Michener said he will assume a permanent position in a University of Texas creative writing program. He and his wife have bought a house, signaling long-term stay, despite earlier remarks they might not remain. He described extensive Texas experiences and discussed his forthcoming novel focusing on Texas history from Spaniards to later groups, ending in 1985.
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Lawmaker Cancels Speech to LULAC Convention in Anaheim
A coauthor of the Simpson Mazzoli Immigration Bill canceled his appearance at the LULAC convention after life threats to him and his family. FBI advised Sen Alan Simpson to bypass the gathering of about 3 000 Hispanics. Demonstrators chanted against Simpson while he was expected to speak at the Marriott Hotel in Anaheim.
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Hostage welcome waits at Rhein Main Wiesbaden hospital
Doctors nurses and reporters gathered at Rhein Main and Wiesbaden military hospital waiting to greet and treat remaining American hostages from a TWA hijacking. Spokesman Master Sgt. David McMahon said transportation would use past experience and noted a standstill as a need for faith in pending negotiations persisted. A row of 39 flags on a Wiesbaden building signified hopes for the arrivals as Shiite demands tainted plans for release and U.S. and Israeli pledges.
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Weather Outlook Odessa 90s Sunny Skies Dominant
National Weather Service reports clear skies across Texas with temperatures in the 90s. Odessa expects low 90s today and mid-60s tonight. Monday highs near 95. Winds largely southerly, with Panhandle gusts near 30 mph. No rainfall statewide.
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Odessa American Home Delivery Rates and Schedule Notice
Delivery rates are listed for daily and Sunday home delivery. Subscriptions include daily Sun options with varying prices. Readers are prompted to mail or contact the paper for service changes or issues before the daily deadline.
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