Rockwell bid reinstated amid critique of GD ties
U S Defense officials expect criticism for allowing Rockwell International to resume contract bidding after a 42 day suspension. The article contrasts Rockwell with General Dynamics, noting Rockwell’s past false time-card billing and reforms, while General Dynamics faces broader indictment and Navy bidding bans. It argues cases differ and calls for case by case review rather than blanket punishment.
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Weinberger
General Dynamics
Navy
Rockwell
Cedar Rapids
Dallas
Air Force
Pentagon
James S. Beggs
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Beggs
Rockwell International
Air Force and
Defense Department
General Electric
Antarctica Treaty One Step Toward Shared Rule Or All-Out Fight
The Antarctic continent hosts 18 nations in a cooperative framework that bans military exploitation and guides scientific work, mineral inquiry, and new claims. UN resolutions aim to redistribute benefits, expel South Africa, and push Third World nations toward declaring Antarctica a common heritage, risking renewed conflict and exposing UN impotence without enforcement.
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Antarctica
U.N. General Assembly
South Africa
Treaty Organization
Malaysia
U.N
Addicts on Capitol Hill to federal aid bugdund
A political column condemns Congress for dependence on federal benefits across tax reform farm and deficit bills. It accuses lawmakers and lobbyists of serving special interests as farmers cities and industries push for subsidies and programs while the nation heads toward a 2 trillion debt.
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Washington
Congress
Capitol Hill
Slain banker's sensitivity provides lesson for us all
A Hills Bank tragedy in which John R. Hughes was killed by a bankrupt farmer exposes a journalist’s recount of Hughes’s focus on bank duties and community service. The piece notes Hughes’ leadership roles with the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce Rotary and the Iowa Bankers Association, and a bank stance to aid farmers in crisis.
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Hills Bank
John R. Hughes
Hills Bank & Trust
John Hughes
Roy Justis
Hughes
Iowa City Chamber of Commerce
Rotary
Iowa Bankers Association
Reagan
Dwight Seegmiller
Seegmiller
Tribute to John R. Hughes and Iowa farmers crisis
A tribute to John R. Hughes of Hills Bank notes his leadership and quiet action aiding distressed Iowa farmers. It highlights banker efforts to educate peers, offer workshops and consulting, and urge responsive citizen action to support displaced producers facing loss of land and livelihood.
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Dale Burr
Iowa
Hughes
Hills Bank
John R. Hughes
Outlooks from Cedar Rapids readers offer broad views
Periodic observations from eastern Iowans invite expression of diverse topics. The Cedar Rapids section features perspectives from residents with thoughtful, open discussions. A noted figure, director of public relations and personnel for SCI Financial Group, is pursuing a doctorate in communications at the University of Iowa.
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Terri Hoyland
Cedar Rapids
SCI Financial Group
University of Iowa
Peaceful toys for Cedar Rapids children urge mindful purchases
A reader urges parents in Cedar Rapids Iowa to buy clothing and toys that promote peace not war. He cautions against gun wielding figures and He Man style merchandise and calls for choices fostering kindness, tolerance, and mindful media consumption.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Community drives food and toy donations for care and share
The Operation Care and Share program mobilizes organizations to provide food baskets and toys for needy families this holiday season. Donations are urged by December 20 with drop boxes at grocery stores or via Information and Referral at 398-5364 for locations.
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Operation
Care and Share
Red Heart
Operation Care & Share
Harkin Deficit Remarks Provoke Iowa Taxpayer Outcry
In Washington, Senator Tom Harkin argued an amendment costing eight billion dollars, drawing sharp criticism over federal deficits that have reached over two hundred billion. The letter urges Iowa taxpayers to question his election and highlight looming consequences for U.S. finances.
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Senate Agriculture Committee
Washington
Iowa
Tom Harkin
Sen. Harkin
Congress
U.S
Sen
Harkin
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J.P. Hladky, Jr
Board of
Joe Hladky II
John Donnelly
John Robertson
Art Heusinkveld
Editorial Pages
U.S. Defense Department
Rockwell International Corp
South Pole
United Nations
Uncle Sam
James J. Kilpatrick
Senate
Seattle
Henry Cisneros
Cisneros
San Antonio
National League of Cities
Amtrak
Exon
Nebraska
Melcher
Montana
the Gazette
Food
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