Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies show high survival rates
A 1994 Iowa State study of 81 farmers who used Chapter 12 in 1986 and 1987 found about 90 percent remained farming by 1994, with 61 still on their farms, 10 owning land without farming, and 2 passing the operation to kin. The piece notes criticism and underuse by farmers.
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Nebraska Star Tailback Reinstated Amid Controversy
Nebraska coach Tom Osborne defends reinstating star tailback Lawrence Phillips after a September assault arrest. Phillips, who pleaded no contest to misdemeanor assault and trespassing, faces probation and fines but remains eligible for the Fiesta Bowl against Florida. The episode raises questions about discipline and privilege in college football.
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Farm bankruptcy stigma contrasts with Chapter 12 promise
The text discusses views on bankruptcy for farmers versus businesspeople, citing an Iowa State study that Chapter 12 aids farm survival. It notes underuse by farmers, mixed church reactions, and efforts since 1984 to educate on legal options, including Chapter 11 and 7, with Chapter 12 seen as a bargaining tool.
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Buchanan Gains Pro Life Backers In gop race
Pro life and conservative Christian voters increasingly back Pat Buchanan for president. Focus on the Family's James Dobson notes evangelical backing. Wisconsin Pro-Life Coalition endorses Buchanan. Iowa drunk driving stats show 173 deaths in 1993, up from 157 in 1992, with National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month promoted to curb impairment.
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Prevent Impaired Driving This Holiday Season
Do not drink and drive plan ahead designate a non drinking driver avoid open bars and host responsibly. If hosting offer non alcoholic beverages manage servings and ensure impaired guests have safe rides or stay overnight to prevent OWI fatalities and injuries. Barbara Gay Cedar Rapids Area Substance Abuse Council assistant prevention director.
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Medicare truth for seniors in Four Rivers Journal
Ted Mercer of Cedar Rapids praises a December Four Rivers Senior Journal article claiming to clearly detail the Republican Medicare proposal, alternatives seniors face, and cost comparisons with the Clinton plan, urging readers to judge who tells the truth.
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Gazette invites letters and guest columns for public discussion
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns addressing public issues. Submissions must include the writer’s full name, signature, street address and daytime phone number, with addresses not published. No anonymous letters. 300 word limit. column length suggested under 700 words.
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Whitewater echoes of Watergate stir press and politics
A Los Angeles Times Syndicate analysis compares Whitewater coverage to Watergate era intrigue as the White House resists Senate subpoenas. The piece cites executive privilege claims, attorney client privilege disputes, and calls out stonewalling while noting Madison Guaranty's role and past Clinton connections.
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