Iraq suffers major defeat in Persian Gulf war
Beirut AP reports a massive Iraqi retreat of about 30,000 troops toward the Iran border near Shatt al Arab as Iran mounts a fresh offensive. Iraqi high command hinted at a strategic withdrawal from Ahvaz and Susangerd, while Iran claimed gains around HOVeizeh and Hamid on the 300 mile front near Khorramshahr.
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U.S. Navy Submarine Buffalo Christened as Sea Power Symbol
At Newport News Shipbuilding the nuclear powered submarine USS Buffalo valued at 440 million dollars was christened. Rep. Paul Trible urged that Britain and Argentina sea clashes show the need for a strong navy and cited the Buffalo as a symbol of peace and freedom.
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Prom Chaperoned by Helicopter Ride to Hilton Prom
Four Reavis High School seniors from Burbank arrived in style via helicopter to the Conrad Hilton Hotel for their prom. James Eminger, 19, organized the trip with Dawn Korbel, 17, James Ritchey, 18, and Deanna Horvath, 18, aboard Crescent Helicopter. The flight from McCord School to Meigs Field cost 168 dollars, then the five minute limo ride to downtown Chicago cost 38 dollars.
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