17 Dec 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1992
Page
1
Lisbon school officials announced a $1 million contribution toward a $2 million fundraising drive and said the total must be matched by other gifts. They reported progress and that they are halfway to the target.
Cedar Rapids officers incinerated this year’s seized drugs and drug paraphernalia after collecting the contraband. The disposal included incineration and burial of the confiscated items to clear inventory and prevent misuse.
Cedar Rapids teams with Lincoln Way Development Co to build 26 new homes for moderate income families. The plan aims to expand affordable housing through a city partnership and developer expertise pending details on page 1B.
Tharp and Baryshnikov performed at Hancher Auditorium this week showcasing a fusion of dance styles. The review on page 4B notes the collaboration highlighted diverse techniques and stage presence from both artists.
UNI players Kenny Shedd and William Freeney were chosen for the Associated Press I AA All America first team on Wednesday. Scott Obermeier earned a spot on the second team.
National figures show housing starts at their highest in eight months while Cedar Rapids starts fall to less than half of last month’s count. Page 5C.
A light joke notes the moment you hear the doctor tell you to speed up rather than slow down highlighting the humor in growing older and changing health advice.
The Friday Weekend section offers shopping hints for Christmas music gifts across rap rock and grunge. It suggests Madonna and the Aladdin soundtrack as options and guides readers on where to shop for music this season.
American troops and French paratroopers arrive in Baidoa to secure road and airport routes amid famine relief efforts. Crowds cheer as 530 Marines and 140 paratroopers establish security, enabling aid workers to plan food drops to outlying villages. Soldiers witness severe hunger and vow continued aid, while officials caution against overconfidence in Somalia's unstable security landscape.
Jack Hahn of Middle Amana has his painting December The Seventeenth chosen for Gov. Terry Branstad's Christmas cards. Hahn and his wife Doris will attend the governor's holiday party at Terrace Hill after the card selection, and Hahn recalls the surprise and friendly talks with the Branstads.
Deere & Co will spend more than 220 million dollars on health care costs in 1992, 20 million more than 1991. The company announced plans for a John Deere Family Health Center in Waterloo, a family practice facility for employees retirees and families. The center, to open early 1994, will start with four doctors and an initial staff of 20 to 30, with Mayo Clinic collaboration.
The FDA said RU-486 could reach U S shelves without further testing if a company licenses and distributes it. EU trials may suffice for review and four to six months of FDA processing is possible. No U S application has been filed yet. The drug, from Roussel Uclaf, is used abortively and also studied for cancer treatment.
The 20 minute interfilm lets viewers choose 68 plot lines and endings with three button pistols at each seat. Cast includes A Whitney Brown Jack Beaner and Colleen Quinn. Loews Theater in Manhattan premiered the film and will open seven more Interfilm venues in eight weeks in several cities. Tickets are priced at $3.
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