02 Aug 1988
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1988
Page
1
The sale of Peoples Bank and Trust Co. to Minneapolis based Norwest Corp. was completed Monday with the merger to become official Oct 1 when new signs go up at seven banking offices.
A lighthearted note recalls a hospital dance where attendees wore matching gowns creating a sea of uniform attire. The scene captures a quirky moment of shared attire and playful camaraderie among guests.
Dying or dormant grass is common in Cedar Rapids while a city water ban remains in effect. Experts warn dormant lawns may not survive without rainfall as grass can die after weeks without water, though roots may sprout later. City officials say no homeowner relief is planned until the drought ends.
A carelessly abandoned campfire sparked a brush fire burning two to three acres on a wooded hill near Coralville Lake. Volunteers from North Liberty Swisher and Coralville fought the blaze, which started near a popular rocky point and caused no major trees to fall. Four swimmers nearby were unaware of the incident.
Five guards were taken hostage by inmates at a maximum security prison in Coxsackie New York. One hostage injured, wounds not yet confirmed. Warren Agostinoni 28 released. guard hospitalized in fair condition with cuts. Hostages allowed to view guards from a window after more than nine hours.
U.S. officials say King Hussein still could help shape future peace talks in the West Bank. Despite severing ties with the Palestinians, Jordan maintains important relations with West Bank groups and could serve as an intermediary between the Palestinians and Israel in long term negotiations.
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