19 Dec 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1992
Page
1
Rod Wright, former trucking firm owner, received a five year probation and restitution plan after a Linn District Court deferred sentence on theft charges. He allegedly misused bond money posted by company drivers and must continue repaying the drivers. Details on page 1B.
Rev. Jen a Jensen of Central City steps from the pulpit to perform at a Quad Cities comedy club once a week this month. She hopes to win a spot for an audition on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Details on page 4B and holiday services on page 5B.
Jefferson topped Cedar Rapids Washington 54 to 50 in a Mississippi Valley Conference boys basketball game last night. About 1,000 fans watched at the Washington gym. Details on page 1C.
Michelle S. McCool, 20, of Cedar Rapids, faces a felony forgery charge for writing forged checks on two women’s accounts. A portrait studio reproduced a photo linking her to the fraud. McCool also faces two second degree theft counts, pleaded innocent to one, with trial set March 8 in Linn District Court.
A playful quip defines a movie star as someone who endures a long struggle to gain recognition so they can endlessly complain about being recognized. The item presents a humorous take on celebrity culture and public attention.
A half billion dollar health village grows on a 1000 acre tract just north of Fairfield with plans for lakes walking trails gardens chateaus and a hotel. Developers expect the village to attract visitors from around the world.
Cedar Rapids City Veterinarian Russell Anthony resigned, effective March 31, citing family time but acknowledging ongoing controversy over animal control management. Critics urged suspension and an investigation. Concerned Citizens for Change planned to press for an earlier date.
Rich Wolfe sues Cedar Rapids Sharpshooters owners Rick Barry Ken Culver and Ted Schwartz in Linn County District Court alleging slander. Wolfe alleges Barry made televised and print statements harming his reputation and that the defendants knew the remarks were false or reckless.
University of Iowa geographer Abdi Samatar says Somalia’s farmers and nomads, once breadwinners, are the first to starve as civil conflict disrupts seeds, harvests, and grain access. He notes rice and sorghum output fell from prewar levels of 500k to 600k tons. aid and imports barely cover needs.
President-elect Clinton, facing red ink, studies deficit cuts including delaying full Social Security retirement. He notes potential tax changes on capital gains at death and limiting health insurance write-offs, but rejects a 15 cent gasoline tax. A 65 to 66 by 2002 and 67 by 2008 plan is suggested by think tank advisers.
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