08 Oct 1987
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1987
Page
1
Controversial action leader Mulroy is named to the county economic development post paying 55000 dollars a year. Bova is not explained in the text. The appointment signals a shift in local economic policy and leadership focus.
The CIA’s focus on human sources under William J. Casey aimed to outpace terrorists by gathering intelligence from allies. Interviews with more than 250 participants show officials valued trusted insiders over electronic eavesdropping, arguing leaders’ words rarely reveal the whole picture.
Administration strategists and Judge Robert H. Bork acknowledged weak odds of confirmation as 10 more Democrats oppose him. White House advisers floated continuing a public fight only with full Republican backing, while Republicans blamed each other for failing to advance what Reagan called a top domestic priority.
A chilly night across Arizona with scattered frost expected as temperatures dip into the mid 30s. North winds ease but overnight lows drop, prompting caution for sensitive vegetation and early morning travelers.
A Iranian gunboat fired a missile at a Japanese owned ship off Saudi Arabia’s coast near Jubail, setting the 9460 ton Tomoe-8 ablaze and injuring three Burmese crew. U S Navy gunships backed salvage efforts as Iraq claimed raids near Kharg island and a U S response to safeguard Persian Gulf shipping.
Congress leaders tell President Reagan they will withhold military aid to the Contras while Central American peace efforts proceed. House Speaker Jim Wright says humanitarian support may be possible if the peace process succeeds, as Ortega signals willingness to discuss aid withdrawal only if U S direct negotiations occur.
Republican candidate Pat Robertson said his marriage began when he and Dede conceived their first son and that their legal wedding on August 27, 1954, was not a big deal. The Washington Post and Wall Street Journal reported the dates and context, while Robertson defended the disclosure as protecting his family.
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