Supreme Court limits right to question juror bias in some cases
In a 6-3 ruling the Court upheld Humberto Rosales Lopez s conviction for alien smuggling while denying a automatic right to demand juror prejudice inquiries. Justices say judges must ask when defendant and victim share different races but no blanket requirement. The decision aims to speed justice while protecting minority rights.
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Baldrige Critiques Japanese Auto Export Restraints
A commentary argues the Japanese export cut is not truly voluntary and notes U S pressure to curb auto imports. It warns that reducing imports would raise prices, limit consumer choice, and delay American automakers' return to competitiveness, challenging Reagan administration economic thinking.
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Today in History May 2 highlights and birthdays
May 2 marks events from 1945 Berlin fall and Italy Nazi surrender to 1890 Oklahoma territory formation. Birthdays include King Hussein and Dr. Benjamin Spock. Thought by James Barrie notes work versus desire.
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England
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Iran
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Jordan
Benjamin Spock
James Barrie
Odessa letter guidelines for publication standards
The Odessa American invites readers to submit letters for the page. Letters should be typed and double spaced or legible handwritten, not exceed two pages, and include the writer’s name address and telephone number for verification. Only name and town of residence are published unless substantial hardship justifies withholding.
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Fear and flight attendants dining in cockpit debate
A fearful flyer argues pilots must not eat during flight as turbulence heightens anxiety. He recounts a Columbus to Chicago trip where crew ate in the cockpit at 8,000 feet and complains this distracts pilots from controlling the aircraft. He urges meals be planned before takeoff or after landing.
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Chicago
Greyhound
Reunion of vets at Pennsylvania Ave Vets Center singes Stockman
In a Washington Vets Center, Vietnam veterans debate David Stockman’s budget cuts to the Vets Center program. Amid tales of unemployment and dissatisfaction with the VA, Rep. Tom Daschle defends restoration of funding as veterans share haunting memories and frustrations.
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Tom Daschle
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Daschle
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Seawater powered engine eyed as energy breakthrough
Paul Harvey reports on Florida researchers claiming an engine that runs on seawater and light. The system splits seawater into hydrogen and chlorine, uses a photochemical explosion to exceed gasoline energy, recycles by products, and holds multiple patents. Co inventors aim to license rather than manufacture, with ties to a Tesla Turbine.
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Burch Stewart
United States
Alfred Browning Parker
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Paul Harvey
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