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...landed a contract to build a Soviet steel plant that was originally scheduled to be constructed in part by Armco Inc. of Middletown, Ohio. James H. Giffen, president of Armco's international subsidiary, thinks that Europe will be equally unsupportive of Reagan's sanctions. Says he: "We applaud President Reagan for his sympathy with the Polish people. But we have to wonder whether sanctions are an effective way of communicating concern. You have very little leverage with the Soviets if you can't get your allies to go along with...
...favor of the sale. "Thank God!" exclaimed Reagan. Later, posing for pictures, he answered a photographer's request for "a big smile, Mr. President," by saying: "Tm trying to smile with dignity. I don't want to look jubilant." But he was downright gleeful when he dropped in on applauding aides at a party in the White House basement mess a few minutes later. "I came to applaud you," said Reagan, clapping his own hands. "It was in the fourth quarter, goal to go, and you pushed it over. Doesn't it feel good...
...Black Students Association extends our support to our fellow students in Amherst. We commend the Progressive student organizations for their rapid and effective response in time of threat. We applaud the strong response of the UMass officials in taking action to safeguard students and prosecute offenders. And we send our support to our brother from the PGA in hopes for his safety and in honor of his courage. The H-R BSA joins with students of all races, genders and sexuality in demanding an end to violence and intolerance on our campuses. Gaye Williams '83 Pres., H-R Black Students...
...applaud the economic development work of Rouse & Co. in large American cities as reported in "Cities Are Fun" [Aug. 24]. I want to point out, however, that most developers have not yet considered investing in small cities of under 100,000 population. These centers are the backbone of our country, and need the same influx of investment and development if they are to survive. These communities, like the bigger ones, are faced with eroding tax bases and struggling downtown commercial districts. Yet they have a wealth of architecturally significant buildings. As mayor of a small city, I hope that developers...
When he finishes, the citizens of Mocksville stand proud and applaud their elected representative nearly forever. Helms just shoos them away: "Now y'all go ahead and start eating. Don't be waiting...