Word: branches
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...tough talk, no declarations that the Soviets are "the focus of evil in the modern world," no boasts that the "march of freedom and democracy ... will leave Marxism-Leninism on the ash heap of history." Enter Reagan the statesman, man of peace and reason, holding out an olive branch to the Kremlin. "I am willing to meet and talk any time," he declared at a White House press conference last week. "The door is open. Every once in a while, we're standing in the doorway, seeing if anyone's coming up the steps...
...leave him in the position of having a major area of his responsibility overhauled outside the Executive Branch...
Smith, executive secretary of the Memphis branch of the N.A.A.C.P., said the day of the court decision was "one of the most depressing" of her life. District Fire Chief Carl Stotts, who brought the original suit, declared that "affirmative action has been thrown right out the window." He was joined in this assessment by many civil rights activists...
...Center draws crowds--watch for the break dancers and the jazz players. Coffee Connection (The Garage): Boasting a list of international brews longer that the course catalogue, the Coffee Connection is for the serious connoisseur who knows what he she wants. If you're stymied, try the Brazilian and branch, out from there. The cheese platters and desserts are not bad: the atmosphere's less languid than some true schmoozers would wish. Cafe Pamplona (12 Bow St.): One of the Square's chic spots, packed in the winter, Pamplona is the place to be seen, whether you're reading your...
...decor aside, Brigham's boasts generous portions, thick frappes, and low prices, though sophisticates sneer. Steve's (34 Church St.): The original, legendary Steve's (in Somerville) was reputed to be worth the lengthy trek. The fun may have gone out of Steve's now that there's a branch right opposite the Harvard Square Theater. The ice cream isn't as good, but its formidable competition. Herrell's (15 Dunster st.): Not really s Steve's competitor, Herrell's was started by Steve Herrell (the man who started Somerville Steve's before selling out), and some claim there...