Solidarity Protests Persist Amid Martial Law in Poland
In Warsaw hundreds of Solidarity supporters gathered at Victory Square for a third night of peaceful protest against martial law amid police surveillance and arrests. A smaller demonstration occurred in Szczecin as underground leaders call for a nationwide action on August 31, the movement's second anniversary. observers noted flowers laid near a memorial to Cardinal Wyszynski and Lech Walesa’s internment image.
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Israel approves evacuation plan for Beirut crisis
Cabinet approves move to evacuate west Beirut, with 15,600 civilians and thousands of fighters to be removed. American Marines and naval support anticipated, while PLO and pro-Syrian groups face pullout. Israeli forces report cease fire violations from Bourj el Barajneh and Ouzai.
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Mom acquitted of murder attempts in boy fire case
Margaret Aguirre, 30, was acquitted of attempted murder in a Chicago case but convicted of aggravated battery of a child and cruelty to a minor. The judge ruled prosecutors failed to prove she wilfully tried to kill Arrion Johnson, then 8, by dousing him with alcohol, striking a match, and tossing it onto his bedding. The boy, who survived 38 percent burns, testifed last October and now lives with foster parents.
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Margaret Aguirre
Arrion Johnson
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James M. Bailey
U.S.-trained troops lead raid on Salvador rebels
UPI reports U.S.-trained Atlacatl Brigade and Belloso Battalion spearheaded a 2000-man hammer and anvil offensive to drive rebels from eastern strongholds along the Pan American Highway near Santa Clara. Dragonfly jets and Huey helicopters supported the assault as Monterroso declared limited resistance and no wounded among advancing troops.
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House opens tax bill debate amid recession era tweaks
Lawmakers announce support from Kennedy Dodd Cranston and Baucus for the tax measure enacted a year ago at the president's urging. The package aims to curb deficits with 15.2 billion in three year cuts, raises tobacco and telecom taxes, tightens medical deductions, and mandates 10 percent withholding on interest and dividends.
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