Eight Air Force crewmen killed in bomber crash
A B 52 trainer from March AFB crashed on remote ranges near La Junta Colorado killing all eight crew members. Names include Capt James L McGregor Capt Gani Aydoner Capt Clifford R Duane and others with two crew chiefs. Rescue and investigation teams from Peterson AFB and Fort Carson reached the site.
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Colo
California
Colorado
Ada A. Martin
Peterson Air Force Base
Colorado Springs
March Air Force Base
San Bernardino
Calif
Bruce Allsen
March Afb
James L. McGregor
Gani Aydoner
Clifford R. Duane
Kendall E. Wallace
Stanley H. Eddiseman
Timothy E. McFarland
Bruce E. Schaefer
David W. Smith
Reagan under go second day of checks at military hospital
President Reagan and Mrs. Reagan underwent a second day of tests at a military hospital amid a routine yearly physical. Spokesman Larry Speakes said the 70 year old president felt healthy and planned a weekend at Camp David after the examination.
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Washington
Reagan
White House
Larry Speakes
Nancy
Camp David
Daniel Ruge
Reagans
Military Center
Arrison
Freighter Collision Off Florida Sinks Japanese Vessel
A Japanese and an English freighter collided about 350 miles southwest of Fort Myers in the Yucatan Channel. No injuries reported. The 6,000 ton English freighter Stenna was embedded in the side of the 25,000 ton bulk carrier Seiryu and taking on water while both crews boarded the English ship. Coast Guard cutter Valiant responded to the scene.
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Fort Myers
Yucatan Channel
Coast Guard
Sean Smith
Smith
Return of Liza Minelli in Arthur boosts comeback
Liza Minelli, the vibrant actress and singer known for her ups and downs alongside Judy Garland, makes a comeback in the hit comedy Arthur with support from her friends.
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Liza Minelli
Judy Garland
Arthur
Illinois Banks to Operate Under New State Law
In January Illinois banks will operate under a new state law allowing some expansion and some bank acquisitions but not as broad as in other states. The change may be less dramatic in the southern region than in upstate areas.
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Upstate
Bob White Restaurant Considered As Senior Center Site
Johnson County seniors eye the Bob White Restaurant in West Vienna as a potential permanent home for their group but the building is vacant and back in operation as a dining establishment. Financing poses a hurdle to the plan.
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Johnson County
Bob White
West Vienna
Textbook Costs Rising Challenge for School Boards
Area school boards seek affordable up to date textbooks amid inflation. Curriculum committees help balance quality and budget while ensuring students have current educational resources.
Southern Illinoisan Publication and Subscription Rates
Carbondale Herrin and surrounding areas receive daily delivery Saturday and holiday editions. Rates list carrier four week periods 6.00 to 6.50, mail 75.00 to 85.00 annually, 40.00 to 45.00 six months, 21.00 to 23.00 three months, 7.00 to 7.75 one month. Office contact and mailing address provided.
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Illinois
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Scree
Southern Illinoisan
Illinois liquor panel denies PTs nightclub license rehearing
The Illinois Liquor Control Commission denied motions for a rehearing on PTs nightclub license revocation near Sandoval. The decision upholds the previous revocation. The club must seek appeal in Marion County Circuit Court via its attorney Glen Stanko. a stay to prevent closure may be sought.
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Fire damages Winston Lounge in West City
The Winston Lounge at 702 W. Main St. in West City suffered about $5,000 in damage from a fire that reached the southwest corner storage and utility area. Fire Chief Frank Payne said crewmembers were called at 3:16 a.m. with Benton and Christopher units assisting. cause undetermined though believed to have started beneath a staircase. State Deputy Fire Marshal Barney West investigated Friday. One co owner was inside until 2 a.m. and did not notice smoke. The patron area and stock were not affected.
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Winston Lounge
Main St
West City
Frank Payne
Benton
Christopher
Payne
Barney West
Marion Glimpses New Aluminum Pump Trucks
The Marion Fire Department viewed its new aluminum pump trucks on a Friday visit. The bare chassis with cab and engine were en route from Spartan Company in Detroit toward a Florida firm to install bodies and firefighting gear. After a brief test drive by Fire officials and Public Safety Commissioner George A Williams, the trucks headed south and are expected back in about a month ready to fight fires.
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Marion
Detroit
Florida
George A. Williams
Pessimism on economy grows in AP NBC poll
The AP NBC News poll shows Americans more pessimistic about the economy than at any time since Reagan took office. It found 23 percent expect the economy to improve in the coming year while 41 percent foresee a decline. Family finances outlook remains largely unchanged, with 20 percent expected to be better off, 26 percent worse, 52 percent about the same, and 2 percent unsure.
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New York
Ronald Reagan
Associated Press
NBC News
Reagan
Ap-Nbc News
Nicaraguan hijackers swap 21 hostages for 6 prisoners
In San Jose Costa Rica AP right wing Nicaraguan hijackers freed 21 hostages in exchange for six imprisoned Nicaraguans and flew to an unknown destination. The 29 seat airliner carried a three person crew and five hijackers who claimed to be saving Nicaragua from Communism. Hostages included three Americans two Brits and a Swiss with all adults freed after all night negotiations.
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San Jose
Costa Rica
Jose Rafael Cordero
Nicaragua
Cordero
U.S
Shuttle Countdown Presses On After Pad Setbacks
Cape Canaveral AP reports rain and a dented fuel line slowed shuttle Columbia prelaunch work but officials expect to resume the five day countdown on schedule for the second orbital flight. A hydrogen line ding found during engine inspection prompted delays as crews continued installing thermal protection on booster rockets. The launch remains targeted for 6:30 am Wednesday with the countdown starting at midnight CST Saturday.
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