Governor weighs Stanley fate after guilty plea described
Gov Robert Ray has not decided if Ivor Stanley should keep his post as Iowa Merit Commission chair after his deferred sentence for using a prostitute. The governor cites need for more information and notes possible resignation if the plea is upheld.
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Churches urge reinstatement of welfare program in Iowa
Des Moines area religious leaders led by Bishop Maurice Dingman urge lawmakers to restore Aid to Dependent Children benefits for two unemployed parents with minor children. They argue the program kept families intact while unemployment rose, despite a projected 3.8 million dollar yearly cost.
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Iowa Senate examines bill on savings and loan mergers
Sen. Edgar Holden of Davenport says the Commerce Committee approved major provisions widening cross industry mergers between banks and savings and loan associations. He warns opposition from independents could derail passage as critics target unlimited branch bank growth and cross ownership. The plan aims to boost S&L activity even if federal limits lag.
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Four vie for GOP posts at district convention
Four 2nd District Republicans seek three seats on the state GOP Central Committee at the Dyersville district convention. Incumbents Bill Scott Marian Pfaff and Oliver Emerson aim to return, joined by Linn County GOP Chair Sally Novetzke. The election of central committee members is slated as the first business at 10 a.m. at Beckman High School.
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Cedar Rapids
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Waterville
Linn County Gop
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