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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1986

Page

15

Libyan Leader Threatens Reprisals in U.S. Clash

Khadafy warned of reprisals if America attacks Libya saying Arab National Command Forces and the International Platform Against Imperialism and Zionism would act. He claimed Soviet aid possible if the conflict widens. Bush aboard the USS Enterprise called Khadafy a mad dog and praised U.S. naval strikes as a birthday present for naval aviation. Western officials linked Libya to Berlin nightclub bombing and a TWA jetliner attack. Khadafy denied involvement as U.S. authorities blamed Libyan ties.

Libya Arab National Command Khadafy Soviet Union George Bush Enterprise United States Gulf of Sidra Gulf of Oman Bush U.S. Naval Aviation America U.S East Germany Berlin West Germany Friedhelm Ost la Belle Ost

Reagan Press Conference Hints at Delayed June Meeting

President Reagan signaled June as unlikely for a Moscow visit with Gorbachev, noting July remains possible but elections in November caution the timing. He stressed not announcing military action until they identify those responsible for terrorist acts, while urging Congress to approve aid for Nicaraguan rebels and pressing for budget action.

Geneva Gorbachev Reagan U.S House Senate Khadafy Congress Mike Deaver White House Washington Deaver Lebanon Middle East

Fromolz Defends Policies At Town Meeting

A speeding lawsuit from injuries tied to a high speed chase prompts debate as Fromolz plans to resign his $3,000 yearly post. About 60 residents backed him but town vows to rely on Douglas County Sheriff's Office until a new constable is hired. Haskins recalls a nonperforming past constable and notes Fromolz faced opposition for enforcing the law.

Swanberg Fromolz Douglas County Sheriff's Department Haskins

Sears sale ad corrects Shop Vac bundle error

Thursday ad 17936 advertised Shop Vac with four accessories and tote. correction notes the unit includes tote only. 4613 Rabbit guard and 81017 bark mulch limited to Twin City metro and Des Moines stores. apology issued for inconvenience.

Sears Twin City Metro Des Moines

City Briefs Recap from Cedar Rapids Local Events

Day service van from the Disabled American Veterans will offer free counseling on benefits and claims at Lindale Mall Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. Mount Mercy alumnus Connie Richardson will discuss the college’s role in the community at the Village Inn. Polk directory canvassing begins for 1986 Cedar Rapids city directory. callers can reach 364-7220.

Disabled American Veterans Field Service Lindale Mall High Twelve Club Connie Richardson Mount Mercy Mount Mercy College Village Inn F Ave R.L. Polk & Co Cedar Rapids Polk

Amana to Nominate Directors in Primary Election

Amana Society will hold a primary election Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the main office to nominate six directors for terms expiring in May. Incumbents not up for election include Cratty Dittrich Krauss Marz Mittelbach Reichmann and Selzer. Harvey Jack James Roemig Martin Roemig Kenneth Schaefer Walter Seifert and Don Shoup are the terms expiring directors.

AMANA Amana Society Harvey Jack James Roemig Martin Roemig Kenneth Schaefer Walter Seifert Don Shoup Laurence Cratty Emma Dittrich Marvin Krauss Louis Marz George Mittelbach Ivan Reichmann Arthur Selzer

City Hall sign law provokes business owner complaints

Cedar Rapids businessmen challenge city action on portable advertising signs. Seven firms were notified their signs intruded on public rights of way and must be moved or removed. At a hearingCity officials said enforcement will expand. Some sign owners have already removed signs.

Mark Glenn Sue City Hall Cedar Rapids Joe Scheuerman Mane Event Hair Designers Center Point Rd Craig Gilliatt Boulevard Standard Williams Blvd Scheuerman Gilliatt Council Floyd Bergen Bergen Donald Canney Rusty Moore

Winners named in oratorical contest by Kappa Alpha Psi

Beverly Doss of McKinley Junior High won the $100 top prize in an oratorical contest sponsored by the Iowa City Cedar Rapids Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. Todd Bernard of Franklin Junior High took $50 second prize and Gwendolyn Jones of Jefferson High School won $25 third prize. The theme was Reflections on the Significance of Living the Dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Beverly Doss 10Th St McKinley Junior High Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Todd Bernard Mansfield Ave Franklin Junior High Gwendolyn Jones Land Court SW Jefferson Martin Luther King Jr

Church seeks secretary at Lutheran Church of Resurrection

Wanted: church secretary for 30 hours weekly. Pleasant outgoing personality and good phone communications required. Secretarial skills needed. Apply in person at Lutheran Church of Resurrection Marion. Hours 9-12 and 1-3 Monday through Friday. Phone for appointment 377 4689. Adv.

Lutheran Church of Resurrection Marion

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