Secret five nation Central America tour by McFarlane
White House disclosed that national security adviser Robert McFarlane conducted a secret five nation Central America tour before Reagan’s second term. He spoke with heads of state in Costa Rica El Salvador Honduras Panama and Guatemala to reaffirm policy and seek counsel on shared goals. A spokesman said details and possible talks on military aid or Nicaragua were not disclosed.
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Alligator Ole Hardhide Laid To Rest In Ponchatoula
In Ponchatoula Louisiana a 21 year old alligator named Ole Hardhide who spent 13 years in town center captivity was honored with a New Orleans style funeral. Hundreds in formal dress followed a horse drawn hearse carrying the 13 foot 900 pound gator in a green casket. City officials joked about his column antics while burying him under an oak tree with reporters notes and old issues of the newspaper nearby.
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Houston votes down anti discrimination measures in referendum
Houston voters rejected two measures dubbed the gay rights ordinance, with Proposition A defeating 187,175 to 42,092 and Proposition B losing 186,370 to 40,790 as about 28 percent of registered voters cast ballots. The turnout exceeded expectations for a issue-centered election, reflecting a city divided between conservatives and liberal supporters led by Mayor Kathy Whitmire.
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Bill Oliver
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San Francisco
Jury fails to reach verdict in Sharon libel suit against Time
Jurors in Ariel Sharon's libel case against Time Inc. adjourned after a day of deliberations without a verdict on whether Time published the Beirut refugees camp report with actual malice. A second phase would determine if Sharon's reputation was damaged.
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Pro life picketers vow to press if Supreme Court shifts
Two Lakewood men marching in cold weather frame the abortion debate as a referendum on a potential Supreme Court appointment. They cite biblical life beginnings and depict abortion as more than tissue. Clinic staff fear escalated action though security remains tight. Pro choice leaders push public awareness and rely on polling. Next: One woman's story.
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Yale and union reach tentative contract at Yale
A union representing 2600 white collar workers announced a tentative three year contract with Yale University. The agreement covers 1600 Local 34 members and 1000 non union clerical staff. Local 35 threatens a Friday walkout if blue collar workers stay out. Negotiations resume Monday as both sides aim to avert further strikes.
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