Iowa Governor Ray Will Not Cancel Russia Trip Despite Possible Legislation Moves
Gov. Robert D. Ray said he will keep his May 16 30 trip to the Soviet Union, asserting lawmakers agreed not to push controversial bills to his desk while he is away. Senate Democrat leader George Kinley and others back the understanding, despite concerns about bills bypassing Ray’s signature. Ray noted the three day limit for signing or vetoing bills may be unclear when not presented in person and would adjust plans if needed.
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Howe Appointed Fire Marshal in Waukon
Charles Howe has been named fire marshal in Waukon succeeding John Campbell. Nominated by the volunteer firemen's association, Howe won council approval and the city council also approved a low bid of 4399.34 from Art Fiet to repair roofs on five city structures.
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Tri-County Board Accepts Four School Resignations
Four faculty members of the Tri-County Community school system submitted resignations. Sue Bartels an instrumental and vocal music teacher at What Cheer and Keswick schools Mrs Carl Moore an elementary teacher at What Cheer Maribeth Fox an elementary teacher at What Cheer and Carl Ottavi a high school teacher at Thornburg exit from service.
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DOT Rebuffs 65-Foot Twin Trailer Plan Again
Iowa DOT commissioners again refused to stand on legalization of 65 foot twin trailers. They voted to stop further study and direct staff to devote no more time to the issue, amid ongoing legislative battles and safety, revenue, and highway damage debates.
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Joint Enforcement Facility Outlined in Iowa City
A proposed 3 million joint law enforcement center would house the Iowa City police and Johnson County sheriff's departments. An architect's report urges a 2.6 million bond referendum this fall with construction to start next spring and occupancy planned for fall 1977 on the Capitol Street block between Court and Harrison streets if Capitol Street is vacated. Willard Parrish of Gauger Parrish Architects will present a full report to the committee later this week. County and city officials approved the preliminary study, initiated by the board of supervisors.
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Culver pushes defense cuts in Senate subcommittee vote
Senator John C. Culver led a Senate Armed Services subcommittee move to trim Pentagon requests for 10 billion dollars in weapons R D. He backed denying funds for chemical warfare programs and first strike capable missiles, urging careful tests and cheaper alternatives. The panel also cut 237 million for the V 1 bomber program, citing delayed production and earlier ABM treaty commitments.
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Established in 1883 by The Gazette with daily Sunday editions at Cedar Rapids Iowa. Subscriptions listed by carrier and mail with weekly and yearly rates. The Associated Press holds exclusive republication rights for local news and AP dispatches.
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Iowa House Delays Final Vote On Election Law Revisions
Des Moines Iowa lawmakers move into the third day of debate on a sweeping election reform bill. A defeated amendment would have allowed non declared voters to participate in party primaries with a limit to one party ticket. The chamber also reversed a previous repeal of straight-ticket voting, a change supported by Gov. Ray who backs either method.
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