Deaf extortion case questions justice for handicapped
A deaf mute convicted of extorting up to nine thousand dollars from another deaf mute. A school for the deaf spokeswoman says crimes against the handicapped rarely reach court. Published on Nation page 4A.
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Media bias in labeling leaders and allies
Opinion columnist Joseph Sobran argues Washington Post uses leader terminology for Brezhnev while calling right wing heads of state dictators. The note cites Linn County jail reforms and a Cedar Rapids DSS reorganization as local context.
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Cedar Rapids man gets two year involuntary manslaughter term
A 24 year old Cedar Rapids man was sentenced in Linn District Court to two years in prison on involuntary manslaughter conviction. The Aug 21 accident killed an 18 year old man, according to the report from Cedar Rapids page 8A.
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Iowa House Backs Child Protection in Incest Bill Clash
The Iowa House pressed toward adjournment while resisting Senate changes on incest protections in juvenile justice. The chamber took a firm stance amid a busy day as lawmakers debated 19 bills.
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Body Found in Blast Debris by Salvage Crews
Firefighters and salvage crews recovered the body of one of five men from blast debris late Thursday afternoon. The search continues for the remaining four missing individuals as investigators assess the scene and potential causes.
Linn County Care Facility Receives Strong Endorsement
Linn County Supervisors praise the Linn County Care Facility after two reviews find it far exceeds Iowa Health Department standards. They credit Louis and Elaine Hulseberg for staff training efforts and note robust day programs and work for residents. A correction clarifies staffing details involving experienced nurse aides and the psychiatric unit.
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Fire Destroys Renningen Motors Ford in Decorah
A morning blaze destroyed the Renningen Motors Ford dealership on Highway 9 east of Decorah causing an estimated 350000 dollars in losses to the business and home. State fire marshals will investigate after roof removal. three vehicles were saved while four were lost.
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This fall he'll be Professor Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter will join Emory University as professor of government and world affairs starting Sept. 1. He criticized Argentina's human rights record as abominable and urged backing Britain's Falklands claim without balance apologies. He urged stronger U.S. mediation in the Middle East.
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