22 Apr 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1992
Page
1
Cedar Rapids planning commission backs Mick Steffans request for a conditional use permit at 2707 Otis Ave SE for soccer fields. All Stevens, owner of seven Little Caesars pizzas, must obtain Board of Adjustment approval by May 11. Details on page 1B.
Rockwell International Corp parent to Cedar Rapids operations reports its second quarter profit fell 36 percent as operating earnings declined in its aerospace electronics and graphics divisions. Details on page 10C.
The University of Iowa Board in Control of Athletics voted to distribute athletic scholarship money to male and female athletes on an equal basis by 1997. The Big Ten Conference proposed a 60-40 split favoring men by 1997 and a 50-50 split within 10 years, with further details on page 1C.
A 14 inch central Plains storm shuts Omaha area schools day cares and businesses Tuesday. The heavy snow boosts soil moisture but delays corn planting and endangers newborn calves. Details on page 3A.
A lighthearted note from the paper jokes that lawyers devote much of their time in court though it is the tennis court they frequent for matches and humor.
Health and Science in Thursday's Gazette discusses four contagious rashes common among children. The piece emphasizes recognition, symptoms, and when to seek care for parents and caregivers.
The Civil Service Commission affirmed Cedar Rapids Police Chief Bud Byrne’s handling of the December HandiMart incident involving officer Joseph Schmitz. The panel found no grounds to dispute the suspension for a day without pay and noted reporting delays by another officer, Dennis Brant, blameworthy for imperfect investigations.
A Gazette editorial urges voters to demand responsible governance from Iowa legislators amid rising deficits and tax increases. It cites studies by the Iowa Newspaper Association, the Iowa Group for Economic Development, and the Fisher Commission, urging major government reforms and urging Iowans to contact the governor and legislators now.
In an April Texas poll, Ross Perot leads with 35 percent among 674 registered voters surveyed April 9 to 18. George Bush trails at 30 percent, while Bill Clinton earns 20 percent. The result signals Perot’s growing strength in his home state even as he remains an unannounced candidate.
Des Moines reports show Senate and House leaders split on adjourning by week’s end. Hutchins and Neuhauser say not looking good with time running out as conference committees stall. Arnould remains hopeful but acknowledges few issues remain before adjournment.
Barbara Bush attends grand opening of the PMX Industries brass and copper mill in Cedar Rapids as Gov. Branstad and Mayor Canney join industry leaders and schoolchildren in celebration. The $250 million facility marks the largest Korean investment in North America and honors U.S. sacrifices in Korea with a commemorative “Chang Ryu Day.”
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