Israelis push into Lebanon near Tyre and Litani Bridge
Israeli forces launched a major new offensive beyond the security belt toward Tyre in southern Lebanon. The Palestinian command said eight tanks were knocked out and a counteroffensive began as Israeli jets bombed Tyre and refugee camps. Observers noted cautious advance and a reported inland bridge repulsion near Litani. UN Security Council seeks withdrawal and a UN peace force amid rising civilian displacements described as a developing revolutionary situation in Beirut.
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Ivor Richard
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Tabnine
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Weather and political briefs from Southern Illinois
Partly sunny today with highs upper 40s to mid 50s and cooler tonight. Monday highs in the 60s with partial sunshine. County officials puzzled by a new federal strip mine reclamation law. Winter road repairs hinge on RTA repayment of 34.6 million borrowed in 1973. School board election filings closed Friday. Attorney General William Scott slush fund woes stir GOP hopes for Samuel Skinner in 1980 bid. Prominent Republicans Baker and Thompson seek reelection impressions in a pre presidential year.
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National Weather Service
Illinois
William Scott
Samuel Skinner
Endorsements listed for 59th District races and 58th GOP contest
On Page 26, endorsements appear for the Democratic and Republican races in the 59th Legislative District and for the Republican candidates within the 58th District. The items highlight who supports which contenders and reflect party guidance in these nearby legislative contests.
Commentary Preview of Tuesday's Political Primary
The advance response to the upcoming political primary is described as underwhelming with only a few exceptions. The story notes a related article on Page 25 about the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services unionizing.
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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Lockport Wins Class AA Prep Championship in Champaign
Lockport wins the Class AA prep basketball title in Champaign. Southern Illinois favored Collinsville finishes third. Also note RACQUETBALL sweep across Southern Illinois described on page 15.
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Moro photo released by abductors amid Italy crisis
A black and white Polaroid of Aldo Moro, tired yet alive, was released by the Red Brigades who threaten a people's tribunal for him. The memo accuses Moro as the "political godfather" of a repressive regime and notes no release deadline.
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Aldo Moro
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Red Brigades
Mero
Giovanni Galloni
Christian Democrat Party
N] Messaggero
Massive oil spill hits Brittany coast in France
The Amoco Cadiz spill swamps 60 miles of Brittany shore with millions of gallons of oil. Vessels deploy detergents as pulsing politics surround Sunday elections. Premier Barre checked by angry townsfolk, while pollution officials mobilize pumps from the United States.
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Ile Vierge
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le Conquet
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Torrey Canyon
England
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U.S. Pushes Talks with U S S R on Space Arms Ban
The United States asked the Soviet Union to begin negotiations next month on banning hunter killer satellites in space. The Pentagon opposes talks now, warning only Moscow can destroy satellites. Officials say Moscow is expected to agree, with Paul Warnke set to lead the American delegation in April. Preventing an arms race in space drives Carter administration policy amid reliance on satellites for civilian and military tasks and early warning. The Asat threat from the Soviet program raises concerns in the Defense Department.
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Soviet Union
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Moscow
Paul C. Warnke
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Carter Administration
Soviet ASAT System Becomes Operational After Test Orbit
After nearly a decade of development, the Soviet anti satellite weapon was declared operational by Secretary of Defense Harold R. Brown. The system launches, maneuvers toward nearby satellites, and then detonates its warhead in space.
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Harold R. Brown
Golda Meir Suffering Heart Attack Reports Say
Golda Meir, former Israeli prime minister, reportedly suffered a heart attack while in Beilinson Hospital for routine tests. The 79 year old is described as in good condition with previous health issues including a nerve condition and cataracts.
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Beilinson Hospital
Area and St Louis cooperate to upgrade newborn care
The Illinois Regional Perinatal Program links area hospitals with St. Louis facilities to rapidly transfer high risk newborns. Memorial Hospital Carbondale seeks intermediate care designation to expand capabilities and gain funding for equipment while training staff with St. Louis experts.
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Bonnie Johnston
Illinois
William Hamilton
Carbondale
Christian Welfare Hospital
East St. Louis
Hamilton
Springfield
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Children’s Hospital
Cardinal Glennon Memorial Hospital
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Rockford
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Ind
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Cardinal Glennon
Missouri
Memorial Hospital of
George Maroney
Memorial Hospital
Carbondale Memorial Hospital
Maroney
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Howard Baker
James Thompson
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Butch Nevious
Illinois 13
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Crab Orchard Lake
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Raymond Barre
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