Shultz eyes swift Lebanon troop withdrawal deal
Secretary of State George Shultz in Cairo says a withdrawal of about 60,000 foreign troops from Lebanon is “very do-able.” He signals U S guarantees for Israel’s security and long stay if progress continues, with meetings planned in Egypt, Israel and possibly Lebanon.
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Wilson Foods faces bankruptcy tied to futures losses says UFCW official
A UFCW vice president said Wilson Foods Corp faced a near breach of bank loan covenants due to commodity futures losses and questioned whether the labor agreement caused Chapter 11. Wilson, the largest pork processor, operates three Iowa plants and filed for bankruptcy in Oklahoma City. Union members saw wages cut to 6.50 an hour amid talks of reorganization and grievances over pay and benefits.
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Wilson Foods solvency questioned as bankruptcy looms
Federal watchdog Bill Jones says Wilson Foods appears able to pay for hogs despite the Chapter 11 filing though Congress may tighten bankruptcy laws if the firm skirts the union agreement. Rep. Tauke warns action could come too late and markets show mixed responses as Cedar Rapids and Waterloo operations report light runs.
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Pair ends hostage siege after surrender for dogs
A heavily armed couple held 16 hostages in the Chenango County Office Building in Norwich demanding the return of 43 dogs taken two years earlier. After a day-long stand-off, Lawrence and Christine Gladstone surrendered and were jailed awaiting a preliminary hearing.
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Supervisors May Appeal Care Facility Fines
Linn County supervisors likely will appeal state citations totaling 600 dollars for the County Care Facility. The Iowa Department of Health cited 18 incidents of inadequate resident care and 1% hour gaps in staff during meals, with immediate corrections required.
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The Formula for Success Quote by J Paul Getty
The famous industrialist J Paul Getty declares success comes from rising early and working late to strike oil. The remark emphasizes relentless effort and opportunity as keys to wealth and achievement.
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