Bias in Iowa housing sparks race discrimination concerns
Des Moines reporters say housing bias against Negroes is widespread in Iowa, especially in large cities, as the state civil rights commission and the real estate commission meet to discuss the open housing law passed in 1987. They warn the bonding provision may face court challenges while noting realtors are not to blame for discrimination.
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UPI
Iowa
State Civil Rights Commission
Merle Ful
Iowa City
Full
Civil Rights Commission
Iowa Real Estate Commission
Sec
William Knapp
Real Estate Commission
George Clarkson
The
Commission
Eight Die in Clash at Kemari Dockyard Karachi
Eight people were killed and 13 seriously injured as 4,000 dockyard workers clashed with police at Kemari in East Pakistan on Thursday, according to UPI.
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Karachi
East Pakistan
UPI
Kemari
Turner Warns Hughes Against Reverse Bias
DES MOINES AP records Attorney General Richard Turner warning Governor Harold Hughes that reverse discrimination in employment is illegal. Turner notes federal law and past injustices do not justify new discrimination. Hughes plans to respond in writing.
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Turner
Hughes
Des Moines
Richard Turner
Harold Hughes
Job Ads Put Forward Varied Opportunities in Iowa
A miscellany of local employment notices lists openings in engineering, welding, technician work, dishwashing, and delivery. Positions target high school graduates with drafting or shop experience, plus experienced technicians, sales reps, and drivers. Companies include Iowa Electric Light and Power, Triple E Manufacturing, Butterfly Cafe, Martinson, and Cole National, with in-person and telephone appointment details.
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Young High School
Iowa Electric Light & Power CO
Wstellnas
Butterfly Cafe
Kosec
Roosevelt Motor Love
Wen
ORC Building
Airborne Electronic Systems Engineer with Experience
BSME role seeks 3 to 7 years in developing airborne electronic systems. Responsibilities include product design, integration, and testing of avionic subsystems for aircraft platforms. Requires hands on engineering, adherence to aerospace standards, and collaboration with hardware and software teams.
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BSME
Local Home Services and Childcare Ads Mixed
Classified style list shows contractors offering dirt fill grading and terrace walls plus remodeling and cement work. Also numerous babysitting and domestic help notices with contact numbers and locations around Hamilton Street and nearby areas.
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E&n Enterprises
IGS Bacements
IOBAC
Construction Co
Jacobson Const
Kalous & Sons
Military Division Ad Offers Quick Money and Cars
An advertisement by E. J. Collins promotes a new military division claiming instant money and eased cars with no charge backs. The message targets all ages and ranks, urging readers to call 362-7646 for details.
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E. J. Collins
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