22 Aug 1989
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1989
Page
1
Three teenage victims are mourned in Elkader as investigators probe a fatal traffic accident. The state environmental agency seeks additional funds to expand monitoring of air streams and groundwater quality. A Dubuque woman plans to use her $1 million Iowa Lotto prize to fund family college tuition.
Iowa Today notes future leaders gathering in Cedar Rapids with events and discussions featured on page 5A. Pinicon Ridge Park near Central City expands with a 46 acre wildlife habitat addition, reported on page 5A.
A trio nicknamed the Three Amigos joins the UNI Panthers coaching staff adding new energy and expertise to the program. Their arrival signals changes in strategy and player development as the team builds for the upcoming season.
The Dow Jones average records its steepest single day decline since June raising concerns among investors. Stocks across sectors pull back with traders citing renewed inflation fears and cautious market sentiment.
You know you’re in trouble when they make you pay your hospital bill before you’re admitted. The bit plays on the anxious tension of medical costs and admission policy in a light humorous tone.
An official canvass reversed last week’s riverboat gambling referendum result in Clayton County. The countywide vote fell 1 137 to 1 046 after Cass Township’s 54 yes 130 no were misreported, with broader support in river communities contrasted by distant towns. Local figures express shock as McGregor residents face lost potential tourist revenue from casino boats.
Pentagon officials and former Iowa crew members say preventive maintenance was not performed for the 16 inch turret systems, contributing to the deadly explosion that killed 47 sailors. The report, completed, awaits Defense Secretary Cheney’s return before release, with details on maintenance gaps to be explained.
Governor Terry Branstad said he hopes to forge compromises in the 1990 Iowa Legislature to add abortion restrictions within the bounds of a recent Supreme Court decision. He emphasized a willingness to work with lawmakers to reduce abortions while noting limited state power from the court ruling.
Jason Sanders an 11 year old from Vinton won the Iowa State Fair tall corn contest with a 13 foot 3 inch stalk for his Adjust-O chicken feeder. His mother Bonnie Sanders placed third with a 10 foot stalk and Margaret Vasseau of Polk County took second. Only three entries. Jason qualified for Invent America in Washington DC and drew attention from Tonight Show scouts. He plans to spend his $5 prize on a Far Side book.
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