Scrooge priest takes indefinite leave in New Jersey
The Rev. Romano Perraro nicknamed Scrooge, a pastor in Colonia New Jersey, has taken indefinite leave after telling first graders Santa is dead. Parishioners were told little about his whereabouts, and the pastor expressed regret that a prayerful time turned into anger and confusion for many.
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O Neal goes on trial in Coppola death
Griffin O Neal, son of actor Ryan O Neal, faces a scheduled Anne Arundel County trial over the Memorial Day death of Gian Carlo Coppola. His attorney argues the accident was not manslaughter and should not have been charged.
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Hearing set on damages in Hawkins County school case
A federal judge in Greeneville Tennessee set a hearing to decide damages in a lawsuit by seven fundamentalist families against the Hawkins County Board of Education The judge had previously ruled the district denied civil rights by forcing children to read books the parents say taught evolution secular humanism feminism and 13 other concepts anti Christian The board appeals the decision and must provide a free education that respects religious freedom.
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Bell ringer Collins performs atop Centralia carillon
Charles Collins, 23, one of few full time carilloneurs in the U S, climbs 140 feet to ring 65 cast-bronze bells at Centralia Carillon. A Southern Illinois University anthropology graduate, he pursued the job for love of music and need for work.
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Mount Pleasant mayor mourned after council shooting
Mount Pleasant Iowa held a funeral for Mayor Edward King 53 attended by more than 2000 people as flags stayed at half staff after a gunman fired nine shots at the city council meeting wounding council members Ronald Dupree and Joann Sankey.
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Wrong way driver kills five and himself
A teen driving the wrong way on a freeway for at least six miles died in a three vehicle crash that killed five others. The head on collision involved a car carrying three men and two others, then a fire followed by a third vehicle. Mark Wayne Plats, 24, was arrested on suspicion of felony drunken driving and five counts of vehicular manslaughter.
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Polite Bandit Returns for Bigger Bucks
A Dallas bank robbery saw a polite suspect scold a teller for giving too many singles last time. He watched the teller fill a bag with about 5000 dollars and told staff to wait for his getaway with partners in the parking lot.
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Meese Under Fire in Iranian Arms Inquiry
Washington attorney general Edwin Meese faces intensified congressional scrutiny over his role in the Iran arms sale probe. Questions target his legal guidance to Reagan, involvement with NSC meetings, FBI delay on Southern Air Transport, and decisions on independent counsel. House and Senate panels pursue timing, scope, and possible foreknowledge of Contras funds diversion.
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Former judge Walsh denies being named independent counsel
Lawrence E. Walsh, 74, says reports he will head the independent counsel probe into the IranContra arms affair are premature. He notes the process involves background checks and judicial selection, and a Justice Department official says no appointment has been made.
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Swiss freeze bank accounts in arms probe
Swiss authorities froze at least two Credit Suisse bank accounts linked by U S investigators to secret arms sales to Iran and the Contras funding. The action awaits a formal U S request. one month term. names of holders not released.
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Credit Suisse
North tied to Contras fundraising in Iran arms sales probe
The Lowell Sun reported North and White House officials knew of a scheme involving about 3 million dollars from Iran arms sales. The New York Times later noted an NSC official helped plan strategy for Nicaraguan rebels and advised on donor routes. Carl Channell denied funds to his Endowment but acknowledged North aided Channel's publicity. Channel reportedly met North five to ten times this year with Patrick Buchanan at some meetings.
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Reagan aides weigh testifying as case moves forward
Secretaries Shultz and Casey are expected to testify, with Casey set for Tuesday. The committee may call Weinberger or Meese, with a vote due Monday. Immunity for witnesses and executive privilege questions loom as the Iran arms affair unfolds, with White House officials urging cooperation and Democrats wary of broad immunity. Samuel Cash advises the Senate panel.
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