Insanity acquittal frees man in 1960s Iowa case
Bruno Andresen of Camanche is released two months after his trial for the bludgeoning death of his wife Gertrude. Found not guilty by reason of insanity on June 1, he had been treated at University Hospitals Iowa City for major depressive disorder after electroconvulsive therapy. The judge ruled release based on doctors finding no danger to self or others, and Andresen will likely stay with his son Klaus.
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Ingham
Altoona to groundbreaking Iowa track Aug 25
Des Moines AP reports a public groundbreaking for Iowa's first thoroughbred track will be August 25 at the 230 acre Altoona site. Gov. Terry Branstad, former Des Moines City Manager Richard Willey and Racing Commission Chairman L C Pike will speak. The event includes free food, exhibits, and a pork burger service by Iowa Pork Producers. Construction begins nearly 18 months of site work near Adventureland.
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Terry Branstad
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Bud” Pike
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Adventureland Drive
Computer glitch delays Iowa child support payments
Iowa Department of Human Services reports a computer problem delays up to 8000 parents receiving child support this month. The centralized system rejects data in about 600 cases, slowing relay of information for remaining cases. DHS and private consultants work to reprogram the small portion to resume normal processing within a week. officials regret the delays.
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Poll shows Simon lead in Monroe County straw poll
A straw poll at the Monroe County Fair last week placed Illinois Senator Paul Simon atop the Democratic presidential field with 18 percent, while 35.1 percent remained undecided. The result highlights Simon's early support amid a crowded field.
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Poll results show Simon leading with 89 votes
In a KLBA radio poll conducted August 26, Simon secured 89 votes or the largest share among Democrats, with Jesse Jackson at 14 percent, Richard Gephardt 12 percent, Michael Dukakis 10 percent, Albert Gore Jr. 5 percent, Bruce Babbitt 3.8 percent, and Joseph Biden 2 percent.
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Inmate sets fire to his cell at Iowa State Penitentiary
Fort Madison Iowa State Penitentiary inmate William E. Harris 21 started a fire in Cellhouse 20 around 11:45 pm Tuesday, clothing and bedding burned near the door. Fire extinguished by staff. Harris inhaled smoke, treated at the prison clinic, then at University Hospitals Iowa City, and returned to Fort Madison. Harris serves two 10 year terms for burglary and theft from Polk County since July 16, 1985. investigators have not yet ruled on possible self harm.
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Iowa State Penitentiary
Iowa City
Ron Welder
William E. Harris
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University Hospitals
Polk County
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