Big Bambino Rizzo in federal probe over police brutality
The Justice Department charges Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo and 19 police figures with widespread abuses over five years, linking brutal acts to a department long tied to discrimination against blacks and Latinos. MOVE eviction provoked the probe and exposed deeper misconduct. court and local records reveal numerous beatings and coerced confessions across the force.
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Bumper Grain Harvest Lifts Prices and Prospects
Analysts forecast near record corn yields and high wheat output due to favorable growing conditions. Strong foreign demand, especially from Russia, reduces expectations for further wheat set asides. Domestic grain prices ease for shoppers, though overall food costs may rise due to milk and sugar.
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Pipeline Haste in Iowa Editorial Critiques Northern Oil Line
The Gazette voices concern over a proposed Northern Pipeline Co crude oil line crossing Iowa aquifers and Karst geology. It cites premature permit approval and warns that spills could threaten water supplies. experts warn pipeline failure is possible and cleanup would be difficult.
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D.C. statehood effort wanes amid legislative defeats
A year after its launch the D C statehood amendment struggles with indifference as ruling allies falter. Only six states ratified it while several others debated or rejected it, and the Senate and House killed or stalled related constitutional amendments. Proponents urge representation for District residents despite constitutional objections.
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Wisconsin rails to trails inspires Iowa
Letter notes New Glarus Wisconsin’s 23 mile rail corridor conversion to a bike and jog path from New Glarus to Brodhead funded at 74000 dollars. The writer praises state support and urges Iowa to adopt similar use of abandoned rights of way for health and energy benefits.
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In-flight magazines reveal editor not reader
A Magazine essay on in-flight employer ads shows readers are targeted as buyers. Hanna B. Weston notes United and American publications push pre paid cards and lists with personal data while portraying business travelers as affluent shoppers rather than thoughtful readers.
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