United Way drive falls 10 percent short of goal
United Way of Greater Lorain County must raise 263 946 more by Wednesday to reach 2 525 000. With three days left the campaign has 2 261 054 or 90 percent. Campaign chairman Martin J Huebschman says final push is needed, with 88 000 daily target to meet goal. Contributions can be mailed to 128 Sheffield Center Lorain.
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Amtrak Eagle Derails Killing At Least Four In Texas
Five cars of the Amtrak Eagle derailed in a wooded rural area near Marshall Texas killing at least four people and sending 24 to hospitals. Crews lifted overturned cars with cranes and searched debris overnight leaving four passengers unaccounted for possibly having left on their own. The train carried 138 passengers 12 employees and five railroad staff en route from Chicago to San Antonio. Authorities cited conflicting counts and said the data recorder showed speeds about 75 mph before the derailment. An immediate federal investigation was pledged by Transportation Secretary Elizabeth Dole.
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Washington
Becky Everett
Mae Burns
Glen Ridge
Army
Mike Chesscher
Greenville, Ill
Reagan visits DMZ amid tight security in Korea
President Reagan entered the demilitarized zone under heavy protection near Camp Liberty Bell meeting U S troops at Guard Post Collier. Officials described rare public display with a white flag of truce and a tv ready staging as he watched troops perform tae kwon do and spoke of South Korea’s human rights.
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Reagan and hearing aids reshape public image and policy
The author links President Reagan’s use of a hearing aid to a broader shift in attitudes toward hearing devices. The piece recalls a grandmother who resisted hearing aids, then notes her success and discomfort with amplified sound. It questions whether Reagan will hear what others prefer not to hear, citing James Watt’s resignation as a recent sign.
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