OSHA fines total for hydroge n sulfide death at water plant
The city and Water Pollution Control plant face 21 serious violations and fines totaling 390150 following the death of Donald J. Murphy 44 of Ely from hydrogen sulfide poisoning. An OSHA investigation found exposure levels from 300 to 400 ppm and failures to provide respirators. The complete OSHA report is at the Cedar Rapids City Clerk's Office.
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Gore campaign opens Democratic convention with tax cut theme
Hillary Clinton and Al Gore both address 4,338 delegates at the Staples Center urging voters to choose progress and prosperity. Clinton touts eight years of achievement while Gore emphasizes Social Security Medicare and family tax cuts we can afford.
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Democratic Iowa Figures Clash Over Farm Policy Outlook
Judge and Governor Vilsack address delegates focusing on rural renewal, technology, and infrastructure. The Democratic platform critiques the Freedom to Farm Act while seeking to boost safety nets, markets, and digital access for family farmers amid broad convention coverage.
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McLeodUSA Publishing Not Affected by Cuts Says Executive
Gray states Cedar Rapids remains home to McLeodUSA’s information services and engineering teams while Tulsa houses data operations. About 400 workers across divisions were cut, with 100 information services staff and 300 engineers in Cedar Rapids gaining future rehire opportunities. Publishing division staff were unaffected.
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Kursk Submarine Accident Draws Naval Rescue Efforts
Russian reports place 117 to 130 crew aboard the Kursk as a disaster unfolds near the Arctic Circle. A team of designers rushes to the scene while officials acknowledge low chances of a successful rescue amid conflicting details on timing and underwater depth.
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