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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1976
Page
5
U S unemployment fell to 7.5 percent in March marking a fifth straight monthly decline and the longest sustained drop in 14 years. Total employment rose to 86.7 million with Blacks and women gaining most. teenage and male rates edged lower while warnings about future gains persisted.
Linn county unemployment eased to 6.0 percent in February from 6.3 percent in January while the state rate fell to 6.6 percent. Employment rose to 71,300, with gains in non agriculture, manufacturing, and service sectors, offset by a drop in agricultural jobs and government payrolls. Average weekly manufacturing earnings were $235.61 in February, down from January.
City Manager Joe Painter announced Marion will discontinue social security coverage for police and fire personnel. The move, supported by a letter to Governor Ray, aims to save about $28,000 annually, as officers already contribute to civil service retirement. Ed Allen notes officers pay into both systems.
Iowa City Johnson county board chair Richard Bartel will resign by July 1 continuing as supervisor until then. The move announced Friday morning to fellow supervisors signals a leadership transition.
The Iowa Senate pushed a three year property tax relief plan after long talks with rural urban differences. House leaders expect a vote next week as Gov Ray warns of costs and supports a governor appointed 116 member task force to study long range tax changes.
An upbeat note describes someone who allocates two hours to tackle his income tax, reflecting cautious optimism about handling finances despite uncertain returns. The line suggests a lighthearted view of personal pecuniary tasks and budget planning.
The Ford administration began steps to invoke the Taft Hartley act to halt the nationwide Teamsters truck drivers strike as negotiations continued. Reports from across the country note related unrest including city workers in San Francisco and beer bottlers halting Budweiser supplies.
Former state senator and Cedar Rapids attorney Tom Riley declared his bid for the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Democrat Michael Blouin in Iowa's Second District. Riley cites government spending and inflation as key issues while detailing his background including service in the Air Force and education at the University of Iowa.
Van Horne city council and the volunteer fire department resolved a dispute over a non drinking rule and control of a $500 fire fund. The council will drop the alcohol ban and keep the fund with volunteers. Thirteen volunteers agreed to return, with Andy Nicklaus named acting chief until formal organization.
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