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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 2003
Page
2
American troops seized Mosul with little resistance and prepared for surrender by holdout factions in western Iraq. U.S. officials pledge to curb looting as thousands of former Iraqi soldiers head toward Baghdad after abandoning positions.
State and federal regulators disagree on Iowa's plan to meet No Child Left Behind requirements. The dispute centers on Iowa’s submission detailing the Iowa Test of Basic Skills as the primary assessment.
Rockwell Collins secured a preliminary thirty million dollar military contract to develop a helmet mounted display system for pilots. The work could expand into a larger future deal as the system aims to improve situational awareness and surroundings perception for aircrews.
WorldCom Inc will announce an upcoming rebranding and relocate its headquarters from Clinton Mississippi to Ashburn Virginia. The change aligns with WorldCom adopting the name of its long distance unit MCI and marks a strategic consolidation of the company’s corporate identity.
A budget plan endorsing 550 billion in tax cuts through 2013 passed the House by a narrow margin and appears headed for Senate approval. The measure also raises the national debt limit by nearly 1 trillion dollars.
Cuban authorities executed three hijackers at dawn nine days after they seized a Havana ferry and sought to reach Florida. The men, who ran out of gas, were towed back to Cuba as the incident followed their attempt to flee to the United States.
The Red Cross agreed in a court settlement to meet safety requirements after government accusations of blood safety rule violations. Fines for breaching the agreement could reach millions of dollars, addressing concerns extending back 17 years.
Canadian Mike Weir and Northern Ireland's Darren Clarke top the leaderboard after a rain softened first round at the Masters. A messy start creates a crowded field and brand new contenders take the early lead.
Cedar Rapids beat Quad City 12 to 8 in the home opener. Strong offense drove the Kernels as they opened the season with a decisive win.
The Associated Press provides a complete list of coalition casualties from the Iraq war accessible via GazetteOnline com. The database includes names, ranks, and nations involved compiled for public record.
A US committee report says University of Iowa General Counsel Mark Schantz directed a discussion during arbitration of the Pierre Pierce criminal case. The report does not confirm Schantz's involvement implies favoritism toward Pierce. The Gazette invites accuracy feedback.
The Gazette published daily and Sunday at 500 Third Avenue SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401. Subscription rates listed include various weekly and yearly options by mail and motor route with AP news dispatches for republication.
Local Cedar Rapids directory lists phone lines for general inquiries tips and public services. Includes numbers for SMOOSE oossa etc and 400 area code lines with 397-8212 and 339-3155 for various services. Also promotes GazetteOnline.com for complete company directory and emails.
The Gazette promotes sustainable practices by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. It urges readers to drop newspapers at City Carton on 4250 Sixth St SW or at nearby recycling locations for future farming support.
President Bush said victory in Iraq is not declared until commanders confirm clear objectives. He visited about 75 wounded troops in Washington area hospitals and awarded 10 Purple Hearts. He witnessed two Marines sworn in as U.S. citizens, including Lance Cpl. O J Santa Maria whose citizenship was expedited.
U S Marines of Kilo Company 3rd Battalion 7th Marines sign autographs for Iraqi children during a Friday patrol in Baghdad. The effort aims to lower tensions and foster relations with locals.
Anti war groups rethink tactics for a postwar era while keeping demonstrations in the weeks ahead. Intl Answer plans a shift to the message occupation isn’t liberation and a U S withdrawal from the Middle East. Leaders warn vigilance against Syria or Iran remains essential.
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