Fighting in Lebanon Eases as Death Toll Rises
Associated Press reports 250 Lebanese killed and 502 wounded in Beirut since Wednesday as Syrian troops clash with Christian militiamen. Observers question Christian tallies of Syrian losses. electricity and water outages hit Christian east Beirut. President Sarkis, worn and somber, vows a new government and security plan within 10 days after talks with Hafez Assad. Chamoun rejects Sarkis plan.
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France's soggy summer saves hydroelectric power costs
France's rainy season reduced oil-fired generation by over 225 million dollars as hydro reservoirs stayed high, boosting hydro output and cutting oil use. Police say 39 killed and 189 wounded in Lebanon clashes. Many details mix with protests and violence across multiple countries.
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Third aircraft theory resurfaces in San Diego crash probe
Tape transcripts reveal pilots warned of each other near Lindbergh Field and Miramar. Investigators say language barriers and miscommunication may have contributed to the collision between a Pacific Southwest Airlines jet and a Cessna 172, killing at least 144. Officials expect tests to continue and a report next year while 84 victims identified, with mass burials possible for unidentified remains.
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Swimmer Off Course But Continues Bid From Bahamas To Florida
Stella Taylor, 46, suffered jellyfish stings and sharks as she kept swimming toward Florida in a disputed Bahamas to Florida attempt. Navigator Doug O'Donnell said the effort would continue hour by hour despite a navigational error and heavy fatigue after 44 hours in the Gulf Stream. The team pushed north from a south of Bimini starting point while light from Miami faded in the distance. Previous attempt left her 12 miles from shore before current pushed her off course.
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Conclave for new Pope set as health factor rises
Vatican City AP reports Pope John Paul II died 34 days after election prompting focus on health. Conclave to elect his successor begins Oct 14 with cards weighing age and pastoral background. Possible papabili include 57-year-old Giovannio Benelli and 53-year-old Aloisio Lorscheider amid elder hopefuls Siri and Ursi. heavy rain hampers mourning crowds as NBC CBS plan live coverage.
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Soviet Delegation Sees Ruble Exchange Hurdle To Tourists
A Soviet delegation notes ruble to dollar exchange limits hinder US visits. Uri Andreev of the Leningrad U S S R U S A Friendship Society says ruble not accepted in the US and travelers need government permission to buy dollars. exchange rates are higher than acceptable to Americans.
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Protests Erupt Over Guatemala City Bus Fare Rise
Guatemalan police dispersed demonstrators as crowds protested a 100 percent bus fare hike to ten cents, the first since 1940s. Police reported no injuries, while the Red Cross said several people, including officers, were hurt amid traffic blockages and vehicle damage. A separate Tampa appeal sought donor milk for six month old Miriam Colon, born premature, prompting 100 mothers to donate.
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Opponents drop demand for Somoza resignation in talks
In Managua opponents of President Anastasio Somoza withdrew the resignation demand as a precondition for mediated peace talks but require his departure before a final accord. Spokesman Adolfo Calero Portocarrero said mediators from the United States Guatemala and the Dominican Republic will work to end the civil crisis. Somoza reaffirmed he will serve out his term ending in 1981.
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