Kemp urges SDI viability despite cost at Iowa briefing
New York Rep. Jack Kemp told Republican legislators at the Des Moines Statehouse that SDI or Star Wars could be a bargain despite multi billion dollar estimates. Kemp warned the nation faces three great challenges including defending democracy and modernizing defense while addressing economic strain.
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Pipeline fire to fizzle soon
The Mid America Pipeline Co fire near Highway 6 between Iowa City and West Liberty should burn out this weekend. Investigations begin next Monday into the malfunction that sparked the blaze caused by a faulty recompressor engine and a broken valve at a 14.7 million gallon storage cavern. Firefighters rotated duty as they sprayed water to keep temperatures down and prevent injuries.
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Hart announces 1988 presidential bid in Des Moines
Former Sen. Gary Hart kicked off his Iowa bid with a Des Moines announcement at Merrill Transitional School. Hart, flanked by Audubon native Charles Manatt, declared he will seek the presidency in 1988 and urged a shift from special interests to the national interest.
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