Solidarity Day Protest Draws 100000 in Washington
Labor allies march to counter Reagan policies in Solidarity Day events. AFL-CIO expects up to 100000 participants with Park Service projecting more, highlighting opposition to tax cuts and economic plans. Speakers include Steven Wallaert of PROTO Norfolk local and Lane Kirkland backing the rally.
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Washington
Labor
Afl-Cio
United States Park Service
Saul Miller
Reagan
United States
Camp David
White House
Ray Donovan
Earl G. Cox
Organized Labor
Steven Wallaert
Norfolk
Lane Kirkland
Poland
United Food and Commercial Workers
South Florida hit by highly contagious eye disease outbreak
An Asian strain of viral conjunctivitis sweeps through South Florida infecting thousands. Officials note rapid spread since last Friday and discuss possible football game cancellations. Dr. William Culbertson from Bascom Palmer Eye Institute says the epidemic is unusually dangerous and highly contagious. The infection, while not causing permanent eye damage, produces redness swelling and temporary vision impairment. The virus is believed to have been carried into the region by an infected traveler from the Caribbean or South America where major outbreaks have been reported.
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Miami
Florida
William Culbertson
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Culbertson
South
Caribbean
South America
Picket clash as Philly school opens amid mass strike
Philadelphia teachers strike enters 11th day as 268 schools begin reopening with scab labor in high senior and special education facilities. Pickets claim sham ploy while officials argue legality and safety. Police report 409 pickets at Grover Cleveland Elementary amid entry by teachers and pupils. counter demonstrators urge return to classes.
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Philadelphia AP
Mitch Rubin
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers
Grover Cleveland
North Philadelphia
Rubin
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