ERA Fasters End Hunger Strike After Illinois Defeat
Seven women who fasted 37 days to press the Equal Rights Amendment ended their protest as Illinois defeated the ERA, dashing hopes for national ratification by the June 30 deadline. One marcher remained in hospital with a collapsed lung.
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Nebraska 800 numbers exempt in state why and how
New York AP reports Nebraska hosts the most 800 numbers due to Northwestern Bell campaigns. Omaha holds about 1,000 lines as firms push toll free access with lower rates and clear speech. Nebraska’s central location and distinct accent foster rising exceptions and varied national toll free service.
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Wall Street Journal
Prince Still Unnamed Amid Royal Naming Scrutiny
Britain's newborn prince remains unnamed with Buckingham Palace saying a name is unlikely for days. Charles and Diana at Kensington Palace report smooth nursery life while press clash over Princess Anne who critics say is jealous of her sister-in-law.
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New Mexico
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Wives of two Reagan aides join Africa junket
Ursula Meese and Marilyn Lewis travel with UN Ambassador Jeane Kirkpatrick on a two week official mission to five African nations Senegal Togo Zaire Rwanda and Burundi to study problems faced by rural women. The trip costs are paid by the U S mission and return is slated for July 2.
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Togo
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Burundi
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United States
Agriculture Dept Disputes Meat Price Drops Linked to Study
A senior USDA official told Congress meat prices have fallen since the National Academy of Sciences linked diet to cancer, a claim not fully supported by USDA data. Mary Jarratt cited declines in beef and steady hog prices, while noting the department will not finalize comment until its review committee evaluates the academy report.
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Brewers mum on drugs investigation in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Brewers officials refused to comment on reports a lineup member and other sports figures are under inquiry for cocaine distribution in Milwaukee. U S Attorney Trost would not confirm or deny a grand jury presentation while unnamed sources cited by the Milwaukee Sentinel and Milwaukee Journal described interview and two year investigations. Metcalf of the Redskins warned drug use is a league wide problem, affecting CFL and NFL players alike.
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