This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1976
Page
2
The Commerce Department reports the nations total output rose 7.5 percent annual rate for the quarter ending in March, narrowing the gap to the 1973 pre recession peak. Inventories rose, employment prospects improve, and per capita disposable income climbs to 5310 annually.
Rural Linn county begins a new Linn SEATS bus service for elderly residents. The program, funded for at least two and a half years, aims to be more responsive than the old SEATS, though it costs more. Details were announced at HACAP offices by executive director Russell Proffitt, who promised changes including a three zone system to improve service.
Washington Ford administration signals reduced opposition to outside military involvement in Lebanon and endorses actions by Syria. Ron Nessen confirmed the shift as part of broader Lebanon developments.
A government commission says the United States could save 3 to 4 billion dollars annually by overhauling procedures for military pay promotion retirement and other personnel costs. Details on page 12.
Gov. Robert Ray said May 1 timing for 65 foot twin trailers depends on a Scott county suit by the Motor Club of Iowa. Judge Havercamp allowed MCI standing to challenge IDOT rules and the legislature’s authority. Ray plans talks with IDOT and safety officials to set policy if the case is unresolved.
Souris River began dropping after cresting seven feet above flood stage in Minot North Dakota as 12 000 residents remained evacuated. Officials warned danger could persist another week with peak flows near 10 000 cfs and dike safety remaining critical.
A terse item notes a school bus driver with a stated misperception about his fondness for children. The fragment mentions a place name Coowrigny and hints at a local note or brief.
The Supreme Court declined to decide by May 1 whether Rep. Morris Udall can appear on Indiana's May 4 presidential primary ballot. The court rejected expedited review of Udall’s appeal from an April 1 ruling upholding Indiana's 500 signature requirement per district. he fell 15 short in the Sixth district. It also let stand decisions on Manson film limits, PBS balance challenges, illegal wiretap damages, and intermittent air pollution controls during bad weather.
A gunman seized a private Navaho with two hostages in Grand Island Neb and later aboard a Convair 990 over Colorado. FBI agents shot him as he boarded a jet at Denver Stapleton, ending a six night pursuit. Hostages were unharmed.
A PER board hearing officer ruled that substitute teachers in the Cedar Rapids Community School District who have served four calendar months may form a bargaining unit. The ruling excludes those hired for permanent or federally funded positions, and orders an election to decide representation by an exclusive agent. CRISTA president Diane Mark welcomed the decision hoping talks begin before year end.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.