Radical PLO factions challenge Arafat in Lebanon crisis
The U N peace force in Lebanon reports its first casualties as Yasser Arafat faces a split with radical PLO factions. A Swedish soldier was killed near the Litani River as Israeli forces cleared mines to allow a Swedish platoon to take positions at Khardali Bridge. The PLO radicals vow to keep fighting, while Arafat is expected to maintain control over his 11 000 member organization.
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Supreme Court Rules Cities Not Immune to Antitrust Suits
The Supreme Court held that cities may be sued under federal antitrust laws, rejecting claims of blanket immunity based on a 1943 state action exception. The ruling, upholding a Fifth Circuit decision, maintains LP&L's antitrust suit against Lafayette and Plaquemine, which run electric power services.
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Weather forecast calls for mild nights and warm days
The National Weather Service forecasts fair weather tonight with lows in the low to mid 40s. Thursday will be partly sunny and warmer with highs in the low 70s. Friday through Sunday look warmer with a chance of showers Saturday and Sunday, highs in the 70s and lows 45 to 55.
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Editorial on Middle East trust and Begin attitude
Opinion piece notes possible shift in Israeli Prime Minister Begin's stance on Palestinian self determination but cautions that building trust in the Middle East is slow and laborious. Editorial reflects period voice and page reference.
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Duarte Rotary Club ousted over women members clash
Rotary International moves to sever ties with the Duarte California club amid a dispute over enrolling women. The clash is being framed as a human rights affair with an appeal underway as pages note related items. Biological canning tips and sports results are also indicated on pages 33 34 and 9.
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Miller suffers stroke in Washington
United Mine Workers President Arnold Miller has been hospitalized after a mild stroke. Vice President Sam Church Jr. said Miller went on sick leave for rest ordered by his physician after signing the 16 week nationwide coal strike contract. The timing of the stroke remains unclear and no condition details were released.
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U S Steel Raises Prices Amid Coal Cost Pressures
U S Steel, the largest U S steel maker, announces a 10.50 per ton increase on basic product lines to recover new soft coal contract costs. Effective April 1 shipments, the move lifts revenues by about 2.2 percent and impacts sheets, structural shapes, plates, tin plate and tube products.
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Rail strike looms as unions push for higher pay
A possible rail strike threatens coal shipments as mediation begins among industry officials and seven unions. Fred J. Kroll says workers may strike if offers do not meet demands, risking a disruption after months of tense talks. The dispute centers on wage offers of 3 2 3 percent versus unions seeking 10 9 8 percent.
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Carter urges rich and poor lands to cooperate in five step plan
President Carter, speaking in Caracas to Venezuela's national congress, calls for shared global responsibility to fight inflation, create jobs, and raise living standards. He outlines five steps: boost capital flows to developing nations, open world trade, stabilize commodity prices, conserve energy, and bolster tech in poorer countries.
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