GOP straw poll boosts push for 1996 Iowa Senate control
The Ames kickoff fundraiser drew 14,000 tickets at 25 dollars, grossing about 350000. Iowa Republicans say the event provides unprecedented resources to win a Senate majority and support Gov. Branstad. Democrats pledge counter effort with boots on the ground.
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Rod Bosham
Des Moines
ES Moines
Iowa
Senate
Terry Branstad
Kennedy
Specter booed at Ames GOP fundraiser and straw poll
Iowa Republicans react to Arlen Specter being booed at a weekend fundraiser in Ames where he advocated pro choice views. Some call for an apology, while others say he earned the reception. Specter finished last in the straw poll and defends his stance and past criticisms of the Christian Coalition.
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Rod Boshart
EL Movies
Iowa
Arlen Specter
Ames
Specter
U.S
Jack Rife
Durant
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California
Pete Wilson
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Christian Coalition
Brian Kennedy
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Community Bingo and Local Ads Mix of Offers
A cluttered page lists bingo events at St Ludmila's and Hawkeye Downs with times for Sundays and weekdays, plus odds and blackout details. Local services include Cedar Rapids physicians adding Ronald W Dose MD, plus ads for hair services, fabric brokers, upholstery, and a private party sale. Also promotions for plants, iced cream coupons, Optifast weight program, and seasonal shop sales at Coventry Gardens and other venues.
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Cedar Rapids
Marion Siding and Trim Services Since 1953
Marion Warner Brothers offers siding soffit and trim work since 1953. Call 377 5573 for estimates and service in Marion.
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Marion
Dole and Gramm Duel Over Poll Ahead of Caucus
In Phoenix Bob Dole says he leads the Republican field despite a weekend straw poll showing a near tie with Phil Gramm who calls the result a warning for Dole. Gramm notes Iowa results show his message of restraint resonates and that he can be elected.
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Hoenix
Bob Dole
Crossec
Bill Clinton
Dole
Gramm
Iowa
School district to issue candidate bio flier before election
The College Community school district will publish a one page flier with biographies of all five candidates for three seats ahead of the September 12 election. Challenger Kristie Fisher and Mark Sheely were not listed in the August newsletter. Kris Ruprecht and Dale Lefebvre face off in District 5 and District 3 respectively, Norm Zahradnik runs unopposed in District 4.
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College Community School District
Mick Starcevich
Kristie Fisher
Mark Sheely
Fisher
Kris Ruprecht
Sheely
Dale Lefebvre
Norm Zahradnik
Starcevich
Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board
District ethics inquiry and school security worries prompt action
The district faced questions over funding for a flier and potential public funds use. Newsletter mailings to 5 225 district residents advised a proposed change in school board elections. Parents at Prairie Heights Elementary pressed for security upgrades after remodeling reduced office visibility. officials plan a video camera at entry and consider two large windows between office and hall.
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Ruprecht
Starcevich
Prairie Heights Elementary School
the Heights
Kathy Waychoff
Height
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