CIA thwarted plots and attacks cited by Melvin Laird
Melvin Laird writes in Reader's Digest defending the CIA saying plots to bomb New York crowds and to assassinate U.S. officials were thwarted. He notes 1973 Meir visit timed bombs and Libyan SA-7 missile smuggling thwarted in Europe, arguing disclosures hinder intelligence.
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Nessen Clarifies Panama Position
White House spokesman Ron Nessen said the Panama Canal will serve U.S. interests for 30 to 50 years and a Ford administration treaty is planned to protect those interests. He warned that failing to conclude a new canal treaty could spark anti-US rioting in Panama and broader Latin American tensions.
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Chuckle Air Travel Sees Growing Speed Gap
A quirky note on air travel speed, humorously describing faster and slower trends. It contrasts rising velocity with inconsistent progress, hinting at a lighthearted view of aviation pace and progress.
Cedar Rapids mayor clash over tax limits and bus funding
Sen. Cloyd Robinson accuses Mayor Canney of labeling the legislature Disneyland Mid America while defending Cedar Rapids move to fund bus operations with 500000 local dollars in a nine percent cap context. Robinson urges tighter city belts and asks for appeals board waiver if needed. Sen. Cliff Burroughs jokes Mickey Mouse could relate to Canney’s remark.
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East Iowa Escapes Most Storm Damage
A cold front swept across Iowa bringing high winds rain and hail mainly sparing Cedar Rapids and eastern Iowa from major damage. A Woodward tornado leveled a 12 unit garage at the state hospital school and damaged a Madrid trailer. Power outages occurred in Cedar Rapids Anamosa and Sand Springs with no injuries reported. The National Weather Service warned of possible severe thunderstorms through Friday as winds topped 65 mph at Dubuque airport.
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Patty Hearst in Hospital. Malnutrition and Lung Tear
Patty Hearst remains in fair condition after a lung collapsed amid breathing trouble. Doctors report slight malnutrition and a possible liver disorder. tests continue to determine other ailments. She has regained some movement in her right arm and faces further medical workup and possible prolonged care.
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Confession Issue in Zacek Retrial in Linn
Iowa Supreme Court voided Richard Zacek s guilty plea to murder raising questions about admissibility of evidence and his confession. Attorneys say illegally obtained evidence likely taints pre search materials and may affect a trial if he pleads not guilty. Zacek, 35, serves 75 years for the 1969 sex slaving murder of Jean Halverson.
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IRS grants extended deadline for tax filers
Washington reports a post deadline extension for individuals to file taxes with progress on processing and potential implications. The update notes a separate Commerce Department release showing a 0.6 percent rise in personal income in March, and mentions new U S Greece and Turkey military base pacts under review by Congress. A security incident at the White House is reported along with a Postal Rate Commission move to discount first class letters for large business mailers.
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