26 Aug 1987
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1987
Page
1
Cedar Rapids faces a clash over 48 parking tickets as a movie crew visits town. The dispute centers on parking enforcement while filming in the area, highlighting local tensions between residents and visiting production crews.
Jeremiah Wadsworth records Alexander Hamilton challenging a rumor that the convention planned to intimidate opponents by revealing the second son of King George II as a threat, reflecting tensions during the 1787 gathering.
A light newspaper quip notes that heroic rescuers often fail to act and instead simply pause, then falter, delivering a tongue in cheek take on stalwart saviors.
Saudi Arabia called Iran a terrorist group on Tuesday and vowed firm action against any attack on holy sites or oil fields. Interior Minister Nayef warned of consequences for Iranian pilgrims and hinted at possible retaliation, citing past clashes and a 1984 downing of an Iranian warplane. The Arab League set a Sept 20 deadline for Iran to accept a UN cease fire and warned of possible severed ties if ignored.
Iowa grants conditional approval for a new savings and loan to replace Morris Plan Co. of Iowa as MorAmerica Financial Corp reorganizes under Chapter 11. 18,000 depositors face freeze while the plan awaits federal insurance and banking approvals.
Audrey Wienands and Virgil Tharp wed Tuesday at Veterans Memorial Stadium home plate in a red and white ceremony officiated by Rev. Charles Mehaffey. Reds GM Don Buchheister gave away the bride as about 60 observers watched the double ring vows amid tarped field and organist.
The State Fair board restored two controversial nude artworks to the Cultural Center amid a pending federal hearing after the ICLU sued on behalf of the artists. The board cited vague exclusion criteria and First Amendment concerns, with timing tied to opening day complaints and a request for a temporary restraining order.
Washington announced a revised verification plan for a proposed intermediate range missile ban. The plan reduces on site inspections and aims to prevent espionage while preserving stringent verification. Officials say Moscow has not yet reacted, but Gorbachev’s move to eliminate all medium and short range missiles underpins the change.
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