Escapee returns after Dating Game fame in Davenport
James Shelton 26 of Rock Island, an escapee from Davenport Correctional Center, was returned to custody after being spotted on the Dating Game. He had appeared on The Gong Show and taped the Dating Game in September. A district judge ordered his return until Dec. 20 for an investigation into the past year. Shelton flew in from Los Angeles to surrender. He left the center Nov. 4, 1977 with four months left on a one year probation for larceny. He hopes the publicity helps his career in comedy acting and design.
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Europeans eye Iowa for investment in plants
Des Moines AP europeans eye Iowa as site for industrial plants with two German firms opening sizable bank accounts here. Austrian firm filing incorporation signals serious intent. Iowa's overseas development office in Germany promotes foreign business while critics question progress. Schissel notes months of due diligence and potential joint ventures as firms study sites and costs.
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Statewide bikeway plan in Iowa funding request
The Iowa Department of Transportation seeks 300000 from the general fund to back a statewide bikeway program. Funds would match federal dollars and aid local regional projects, with coordination by IDOT, the Iowa Conservation Commission, and the Iowa Development Commission. IDOT notes 57 percent of Iowans biked last year and bicycle sales nearly matched auto sales.
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Grassley Named Ranking Republican on Aging Committee
Rep. Charles Grassley of Iowa was named ranking Republican on the House Select Committee on Aging by House Minority Leader John Rhodes of Arizona. Grassley said he hoped to guide GOP members toward responsible legislation as all committees are chaired by Democrats.
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Fire chief to delay cause ruling on Younkers blaze
Des Moines report states Fire Chief Lee Williams said a final determination on the November 5 flash fire at Younkers Department Store will likely wait until after the holidays. Investigators will gather with city officials and other investigators to review findings. no preliminary cause is given.
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