Cleveland default triggers mass police and fire layoffs
Cleveland faces a $15.5 million default threatening massive layoff of about 1,000 police and 500 firefighters along with sharp service cuts including trash and snow removal. Mayor Dennis Kucinich and City Council clashed over last minute plans as banks signaled refinancing options while the city hurtles toward bankruptcy.
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Police, firemen vow to take mayor to court
In Cleveland city labor leaders threaten court action if Mayor Dennis Kucinich orders layoffs after a 14 million loan default. Police and firefighters unions warn mass cuts could threaten public safety as Kucinich contemplates payroll shortfalls and service reductions.
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Lorain jailer reports UFO sighting over city
A Lorain Jail officer Rod Cambarare 19 saw a round bright white object trailing vapor travel north to south for about five seconds near the Lorain Police Station at 6 20 am The sighting followed a report by a caller to watch the southern sky The object disappeared behind a building Weather details follow on page B 8
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China’s Teng Hsiao-ping visits U.S. to seek support
Teng Hsiao-ping, China’s vice premier and longtime advocate of modernization, travels to the United States in January to garner backing for Beijing’s drive to expand industrial output. Purged twice for his views, he returned to power last year. Story on page C-6.
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Taiwan confronts US China ties amid embassy egg attack
In Taipei an angry mob hurled eggs at the U S Embassy as Taiwan’s Chiang Ching-kuo condemned the U S decision to establish full diplomatic ties with the mainland. Taiwan placed all military units on alert, suspended elections, and moved to stabilize the economy while protesters handed a petition to embassy staff.
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Carter to Establish Full U.S.-China Ties and End Taiwan Link
President Carter announced the United States will establish full diplomatic relations with China on January 1 and sever ties with Taiwan. He said the move opens a new era for trade with China’s nearly one billion people, while promising Taiwan’s interests will be protected after the defense treaty ends next year. Nixon and Ford praised the decision for breaking decades of enmity.
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Carter to Recognize China, Break with Taiwan Faces GOP Backlash
Washington Republicans express anger over President Carter's plan to establish formal diplomatic relations with China on January 1 and sever ties with Taiwan. Senator Barry Goldwater Rep. Robert Dornan and party chair Bill Brock condemn the move, while former Presidents Nixon and Ford voice support. A White House aide said Carter notified Nixon and Henry Kissinger ahead of the announcement.
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