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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1982
Page
9
A listing notes a 24 inch shoulder tote for travel, 26 inch cartwheels and 29 inch cartwheels, and a 50 inch garment bag listed among items. The brief entries indicate luggage and storage pieces without descriptive details.
Samsonite Sentry-5 bags highlight molded Absolite shells that are strong and light with wheels on larger pieces and color options blue burgundy and brown. Concord luggage uses molded construction recessed locks and wheels on bigger pieces in blue terra cotta and dark brown. Scuff resistant vinyl with leather look finishes and durable frames provide shape and strength with cushioned handles and double zippers.
A storefront notice announces 50 percent off Sonora by Samsonite with pricing lines showing 27.50 42.50 55.00 62.50 and 45.00 for various models or sizes.
B and A Travel promotes a Las Vegas trip package with round trip air, four nights hotel, casino instruction and free show access. The deal includes transfers, meals, drinks and match play coupons, valid for trips before Sept 1 1982 for ages 18 and over, non transferable.
A strike by about 3,600 mechanics and baggage handlers froze two thirds of Northwest’s domestic service. International routes remained, while Republic Airlines boosted service to bridge the gap. Passengers faced delays, canceled flights, and rebookings at 36 airports as labor and wage disputes centered on job security and pay structure.
FAA reports two errors by an unnamed air traffic controller caused a near collision of a TWA 747 and an Northwest Orient 727 above Lake Michigan on March 4. The controller ordered a 360 turn twice, placing the London to Chicago flight on a collision course with the Milwaukee to Washington flight. Both crews avoided disaster.
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