Supreme Court Blocks Tax Breaks for Racially Discriminating Schools
The Supreme Court ruled 8 to 1 that the IRS may deny tax exempt status to schools that practice racial discrimination, even when policies are tied to sincerely held religious beliefs. The decision defeats Bob Jones University and Goldsboro Christian Schools, narrowing exemptions and provoking political backlash.
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Canadian stuntman scales flames in Calgary crash
Canadian stuntman J R Beauregard drove a flaming car into another as part of the Stuntman Championships in Calgary Alberta last weekend. He aimed to leap free but clothing ignited and flames spread quickly. He remains hospitalized in stable condition with serious arm burns.
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Mozambique defends stay of ANC members after raid
Maputo announces that Mozambique will allow ANC members to remain despite a South African air strike targeting suspected bases near the capital. Six sites including a jam factory and a day care center were hit, killing six and wounding 40, as authorities/eyewitnesses described the aftermath and a 23 year old woman recounted the attack.
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Tower: Panhandle dump site not selected by Texas senator
Sen John Tower told Texans on Monday that Texas will not be chosen as a nuclear waste dump site. He criticized the Panhandle site search as badly handled and said the state is not an optimum choice. He claimed no agreement with the Reagan administration.
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UTPB Four Year Status Bill Moves Toward House Vote
The push to add freshmen and sophomores at UTPB advances from Senate to a House floor vote. Supporters argue engineering and energy tech classes would grow. opponents from Midland Colleges warn of precedent and scope shifts. Gov White backs four year status, with Regents and Coordinating Board approval still needed. Montford praises Odessa persistence.
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Bus Plunge Kills 13 Elderly Pilgrims Near Lake Garda
A church pilgrimage bus carrying 13 elderly women and the driver plunged 100 feet off a cliff above Lake Garda in northern Italy. The bus hit a wall, vaulted the guardrail, and fell 115 feet, killing all aboard and the driver. The women were from two towns near Milan en route to the Madonna of Monte Castello shrine. Police and authorities report the wreck occurred on a cliffside road.
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Odessa American Masthead and Subscription Rates
Newspaper masthead for The Odessa American lists publication details daily and Sunday editions, address, and post office information. It includes subscription prices for daily and Sunday, Sunday-only, and mail delivery, plus contact numbers and service notes. The notice outlines mailing class and post office requirements, with delivery problems contact details and closing formatting.
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Storm damage may reach 190 million in Texas counties
Storm damage in Montgomery and Harris counties may total nearly 190 million after a weekend of tornadoes and floods. About 5,000 people evacuated. Harris County faces 60 to 90 million in losses with up to a million residents affected. Montgomery County damage could reach millions, possibly 100 million. Officials seek disaster declarations for loans.
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