Iran again dangles hostage hopes at United Nations
Iran says it will soon set conditions for releasing the 52 American hostages, but warns U S AWACS planes in the Persian Gulf are a major obstacle. Prime Minister Rajai says Parliament will announce settlement terms, while urging a U S apology and a written commitment to humanitarian guarantees.
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Poverty shift to women and youth alarms officials
Washington based National Advisory Council on Economic Opportunity warns a shrinking poverty total masks a dangerous shift toward women, the young and minorities. The group cites rising poverty among female headed households and children, with calls for policies beyond private sector growth to address enduring hardship and the Nixon era’s legacy.
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Woman Policewoman Captures Garter Snake in Toronto Yard
In east Toronto, Constable Alice Littleford wrestled a frightened garter snake after a cat alarmed a resident. Police crews hesitated while she approached, finally securing the snake in a box for Humane Society removal.
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Debates May Not Decide Election Says Carter
President Carter told the Associated Press the upcoming debate with Ronald Reagan may not decide the election though it could clarify undefined issues. Reagan campaigned in Illinois while Carter aides accused the opposition of stalling on setting ground rules. Anderson spoke in Minneapolis promoting health care, gun control, and OSHA support. Carter favored a Mondale Bush debate, and Reagan visited Illinois events including Lincoln tomb as aides claimed delays in debate prep.
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Cleveland Debate Uncertain Without Reagan Reply
Grace Kudakis of the League of Women Voters cautions the Cleveland presidential debate remains a possibility until Ronald Reagan formally confirms in writing. A final decision hinges on Reagan's written reply, expected by Monday as representatives meet in Washington to finalize details.
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Debate discussions advance as group stays ready for Reagan
Ms. Kudakis said the local group has not sent out tickets yet but has kept its committees alive and ready to move once Reagan answers. She noted Monday's meeting will cover the debate format among other items and that only women from the League's Washington office will participate in the discussion.
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Weekend Weather Outlook for Local Area
Cloudy to mostly cloudy weekend with highs in the 50s Sunday. Sunday night drops to mid 30s with partly cloudy skies. Monday turns partly sunny with highs in the upper 40s. Rain chances remain at about 20 percent through Sunday and Sunday night.
I Beat Don Miller Football Contest Returns This Year
Don Miller, the CT grid expert, hosts the third annual I Beat Don Miller football contest covering 20 games for Nov 1 2 3. Readers can enter via coupon on page C 7 with a noon Oct 28 deadline and can win a T shirt for best picks.
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