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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1987

Page

2

When good deeds backfire in everyday life

A column notes tales where helping others leads to odd or costly complications. From CPR to pickup mishaps and a bank bag return, the piece warns that good deeds can attract lawsuits, privacy worries, or arrest, but urges continued kindness while handling duties like traffic tickets.

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State finds extra cash but budget still short

Iowa budget officials report $60 million more revenue over the next two years from the Iowa Revenue Estimating Conference. Despite the rise in personal and sales tax projections, the surplus does not close a projected $150.7 million deficit for next year, with estimates showing a continued shortfall of about $100 million or more.

Judy Daubenmier Gazette Des Moines Bureau Des Moines Iowa Revenue Estimating Conference Patrick Cavanaugh Iowa Barnard

Murder trial details Vosmek slaying

Julie Vosmek was killed at her Cedar Rapids apartment after a morning encounter with John Le Grand. He described luring her, the sexual intimate acts, and the subsequent stabbing with a fish filet knife amid cocaine use and alcohol prior to surrender. The defense questions his remorse as the trial proceeds.

le Grand Robins Cedar Rapids Linn District Court Darwin Ammeter Vosmek Ammeter Cathy Diaz Diaz Fisher Printers Julie John Logan

Celebrities in Ads Could Face Insurance Licensing Rule

Des Moines Iowa officials propose licensing for celebrities who endorse insurance ads. The rule aims to curb elderly confusion as stars are not medical authorities and may lead to subpar deals. Lawmakers question interstate advertising reach and seek further study before finalizing.

Gazette Des Moines Bureau Des Moines Iowa Kevin Howe Howe Ed Parker Dmingo Legislative Administrative Rules Review Committee

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