U.S. Missiles to Chad Amid Libya Threats Near Faya
Thirty Redeye missiles and three American advisers arrived in Chad to aid Habre's forces as Libyan jets bomb northern Faya-Largeau. Reports of Gouro capture surfaced but remained unconfirmed amid Western doubts. Washington said two F-14s intercepted Libyan MiGs near Sidra as Moscow urged de escalation.
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Iowa officials debate timing of budget cuts
Iowa budget outlook worsened in July as revenues fell 3.2 percent to 104.4 million dollars. House Speaker Don Avenson said spending reductions now seem inevitable to balance the books, with the choice between governor or Legislature in a special session to decide how cuts will be made.
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House approves jobless health care measure despite veto threat
The House passed 252 to 174 a bill to provide 4 billion dollars in health care over two years for jobless workers and families. Reagan opposes new bureaucracy. Republicans failed to cut cost to 1.8 billion. Iowa Republicans Evans and Tauke voted no.
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Index Today's Chuckle There Are Bigger Things Than Money
Brief cartoon note suggesting a lighthearted take on priorities with a nod to money and value. The line hints at a broader perspective beyond wealth, echoing a common newspaper humor tone and civic sentiment.
Slogan on T-shirts is new headache for Iowa officials
Iowa officials face another setback as the slogan "A State of Minds" cannot be registered as a trademark. Des Moines hairdresser Jerry Feick and Estherville businessman Scott Benjamin both use similar phrases, with Benjamin claiming use since May 31, 1982. Odell notes registration would violate existing rights and warn of legal conflict.
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Reagan pledges more cheese and aid to the poor
The Reagan administration plans to supply over 10 million extra pounds of cheese monthly to the poor and boost other surplus commodities. The move drew criticism from House Speaker O'Neill who questions hunger reasons and calls for review. A 90 day White House hunger study was ordered as the policy shifts to ease hardship blamed on prior economic measures.
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