Dole tests presidential waters in Iowa stop
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole, in Cedar Rapids, signals readiness for a possible 1996 campaign while stressing seriousness about running. He praises leadership, criticizes complacency in the Farm Belt, and backs limited PAC influence. Dole notes a tax reform vote may be delayed after Senate mark up.
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Iowa to launch 200000 ad blitz to boost tourism
Gov. Branstad announced a $200,000 joint state and industry advertising campaign to reshape Iowa’s image with action-packed attractions. The effort, paid half by the state, will run April 20 in Kansas City Omaha and Chicago newspapers with a combined 2 million readers. He urged $2 million more for tourism, noting Iowa now spends $600,000 annually and ranks 46th nationwide.
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Assaults on Iowa police decline from 1980 level
Iowa police assaults rose slightly from 1983 to 1984 but remain well below 1980 figures. The 1984 total reached 858, up from 842 in 1983, and down 25 percent from 1,136 in 1980. Most assaults occurred during disturbance calls or while transporting prisoners. Polk County led with 216 cases, followed by Woodbury 167, Linn 108, and Scott 76.
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Tauke and wife expect first child in 1984 era report
Iowa congressman Tom Tauke and his wife Beverly announce they are expecting their first child. Tauke, 35, seeks a fifth term in the U.S. House. Beverly, 36, works as an aide to Senator Charles Grassley. The baby is due on November 4, Election Day.
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Free eye care for elderly ages 65 plus nationwide
Iowa ophthalmologists join a national network offering free eye care to seniors 65 and older who cannot afford visits. The program, sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, uses a toll free line 1-800-222-EYES. Participating doctors will not bill for routine services beyond Medicare or private insurance costs.
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Iowa Academy of Opthalmology
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