Linn County board considers committee proposal today
Linn County Board of Supervisors weighed a committee proposal in a meeting today, with voters likely to decide later. Other stories note the Iowa Commerce Commission examining Palo nuclear plant finances, the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System releasing female employment figures, Roger Jepsen's financial statement, and a critic blasting the Board of Regents and the University of Northern Iowa.
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Palo
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Cabinet politics blamed for rift with attorney general
Prolonged cabinet politics are cited as the cause of a growing rift between the president and the attorney general. Page 6B discusses tensions, exploring potential implications for governance and policy.
Notable figures in today’s newspaper spotlight
Idi Amin Jody Powell and Patricia Hearst headline the day’s People Spotlight. Page 6B. Editorials discuss the Equal Rights Amendment deadline and a balanced budget dilemma. Page 6A. Anthony Lewis weighs a clash between press and courts. Page 6A. Iowa State coach Earle Bruce shines on the show. Page 1B. Sidelines loom for Mark Fidrych’s season. Page 3B.
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Patricia Hearst
People Spotlight
Anthony Lewis
Iowa State University
Earle Bruce
She Never Wanted Anyone to Feel Sorry for Her
A terse line from Page 4B notes a woman who refused pity, underscoring a quiet resolve. The snippet hints at a personal stance or obituary context without further details.
Swine Production Firm Accused Of Restraint Trade
A confinement swine production systems manufacturer is accused of restraining trade in a case noted on page 12A.
Mixed Health Hazards and Family Reflections Across Pages
The page notes misdiagnoses in mastectomy cases and medical research risks. Dr Block discusses indicators for kindergarten readiness. A family describes feeling odd to others. Weather previews a chance of thundershowers tonight and warmer sun tomorrow.
Market Cornered by Investor After Six Months
A dominant investor who once controlled a market has seized the situation by turning the corner against the market, signaling a dramatic shift in stock dynamics as the market environment tightens and volatility rises.
Policeman Killed in MOVE Gunfight as Police Move In
Gunfire erupted during demolition of MOVE headquarters in Philadelphia. One officer, James Ramp, 51, was killed and at least 12 people were injured as police and firefighters stormed the ramshackle three story building using a bulldozer and cherry picker. Authorities said MOVE members opened fire from inside.
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MOVE
Joseph O'Neill
O'Neill
Camp David to host Sadat Begin Carter summit
President Carter will host Egyptian President Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Begin at Camp David on September 5 to seek a framework for a Middle East peace accord. The meeting aims to narrow differences, not produce a settlement, and will include delegations from both sides and a handoff letter from Carter.
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Venus Near Moon Stuns Midwest Viewers
The planet Venus appeared close to a crescent moon Monday night, a sight the National Weather Service says was visible across the Midwest. Retired Drake University astronomer Philip Riggs noted Venus and the moon align about once a month but called this view the closest he had seen.
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Drake University
Midwest
Pioneer Venus 2 Sets Course for 220 Million Mile Journey
The mission begins from Cape Canaveral early today as Pioneer Venus 2 launches to Venus. It aims to reach the planet in December and deploy five atmospheric probes across Venus.
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Cape Canaveral
Teens Escape Ant Attack After Marijuana Find
In San Diego County two 17 year olds and a 16 year old discovered a marijuana crop near Mount Laguna. They were chased by three cabin occupants who captured them. one teen nearly strangled, both bound to an ant infested tree and threatened with death. A 16 year old girl freed the victims and some suspects were arrested. One youth later died from neck injuries in a related incident.
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Don Sellers
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Seller
Carter Admin Tightens Public Statements By Officials
The Carter administration orders Hirsch Harris to cancel a congressional appearance rather than alter remarks on Fed policy and bars wage policy chief Barry Bosworth from criticizing labor without prior panel approval. AFL CIO leader Meany accuses Bosworth of pro-business bias as White House enforces pre clearance for TV appearances.
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