Pentagon Keeps Details Of Super Truck Under Wraps
The Pentagon has built and tested Doomsday trucks to preserve wartime command links after a nuclear attack. Prototypes, thought to be 18 wheel tractor trailers, may carry radio and satellite gear and survive blast and radiation. Details remain secret despite NBC News and TRW disclosures. some contractors promote air transportability and nuclear survivability for World Wide Military Command and Control System assets.
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Textile bill sparks hard line push in Congress
Washington reports that textile industry allies in the House push for toughened trade legislation. Rep. Ed Jenkins vows aggressive action as Ways and Means backs broad import rollbacks, while leaders debate paths to floor passage and potential amendments.
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League Plans Major Policy Votes For Conference Agenda
The League of Kansas Municipalities gathers in Topeka for its 75th annual conference with major policy votes planned on property classification, local liquor taxes, and adding gasoline to the 3 percent sales tax. Speakers include Mayor Henry Cisneros, Rep. Jan Meyers, Gov. Carlin, Lt. Gov. Docking, and former Gov. Bennett.
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