Watergate scandal marks day of infamy in U.S. history
Fifteen years ago police arrested five men in the Watergate complex as they rifled a Democratic National Committee office. The break in sparked a chain of events leading to Nixon’s resignation, multiple prosecutions, and revelations of a White House cover up including tapes and payoffs.
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Reagan Faces Bipartisan Flak Over Kuwait Reflag Plan
Washington lawmakers from both parties question the plan to protect Kuwaiti oil tankers in the Persian Gulf. A Pentagon report outlines Navy protection steps as senators demand an overall policy framework before proceeding. Critics cite Iran Iraq war fears and potential U.S. entanglement.
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D-Ga
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Charles Bennett
D-Fia
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North defies private Iran-Contra testimony plan
Senate Iran-Contra panels consider public testimony for Lt Col Oliver L North after he refuses private appearance citing rights. Sen Daniel Inouye recommends skipping private session and summoning North for public testimony mid July, possible contempt but viewed as time consuming. Warren Rudman backs public hearing as preferred path.
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RMH Board Terms Expire. Applications Sought
Three of the five Ransom Memorial Hospital board terms expire and Franklin County commissioners will consider reappointing incumbents Larry Mayes Dan Cope and AI Mettenburg or selecting new trustees. Applications must reach the Franklin County Courthouse by July 1.
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Ottawa DPS commission asked to answer questions on lawsuits and costs
Beatrice Schmidt asked the Ottawa City Commission pointed questions about the Department of Public Safety including budgets, lawsuits, and the impact on economic development. Commissioners promised answers after a weekend seminar as Schmidt questioned equipment costs and city expenditures.
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Billie DeLaTorre
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Palestinian lawyer Kuttab sparks debate on faith and conflict
Palestinian lawyer Jonathan Kuttab, a Virginia Law School graduate and Church of the Nazarene member, critiques Western Christian stereotypes and U S policy in Jerusalem, urging a universal view of holiness and nonviolence. He promotes the Palestinian Center for Non-Violence as a balanced voice amid tensions.
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