Reagan approves formation of re election committee for 1984 bid
President Reagan has authorized creation of a re election committee to plan a second term campaign. Officials say the move signals a likely run in 1984 and the panel could raise funds and qualify for federal matching money. The group will operate from Washington after Oct 15, led by Edward Rollins with deputy Lee.
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Index Today's Chuckle
A lighthearted note on money and family humor. The line suggests money is not everything but helps keep in touch with children, ending with a simple copyright attribution.
Leaders rally 2500 farmers over drought damage in Iowa
More than 2,500 farmers gathered at Davis County fairgrounds as Republican James Leach and Gov. Terry Branstad urged federal disaster aid. They compared drought losses in Iowa to Hurricane Alicia, with forecasts of zero to 17 bushels per acre and calls for long term, low interest loans. Tropical Storm Barry drifted across Florida as drought coverage continued.
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Heat forces early close of Eastern Iowa schools
Summer vacation ended for most Eastern Iowa students but heat cut days short. Cedar Rapids reached 90, with Des Moines at 10s and Fort Dodge the cool spot at 82. Heavy rains and high winds accompanied the heat as schools including Cedar Rapids and College Community dismissed after lunch and at 1 p.m. in Linn-Mar.
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Man Confessed Child Killer Freed by Jurisdiction Limits
Police could not file charges as Los Angeles and FBI lacked jurisdiction after Gary Wayne Perry confessed to killing his seven month old daughter at a U.S. Army base in West Germany. Perry walked free August 8 while the case remained open and he sought psychiatric help.
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Budget cuts hit poor twice as hard, O'Neill says
Washington report says Reagan era cuts fall hardest on programs aiding low income families. House Speaker O'Neill releases Congressional Budget Office findings and promises political impact in 1984 elections. Speakes cites tax cut context, while Reagan vacation continues.
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