21 Dec 1987
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1987
Page
1
Iowa State starred in a Saturday matchup, with the ISU center delivering a decisive performance that showcased scoring methods and impact. The report highlights his efficient scoring moves and dominant presence at Page 1C.
About 7,000 Nicaraguan rebels attacked gold mining centers and bases in Zelaya province in the war’s biggest operation. They hit Limna Rosita and Bonanza with 11 regional commands and 45 task forces aiming to disrupt government mining infrastructure as peace talks with the Sandinistas were to resume.
Paul Corbin Sharon Miller Marge Doser and Sara Corbin fill food baskets at City Hall for Stanwood volunteer EMTs. Max Levsen assists as boards members gather community donations to thank the ambulance staff for their service.
The Manila bound ferry MV Dona Paz collided with oil tanker MT Victor 100 miles south of Manila near Marin Duque island. About 1,500 passengers were aboard. At least two dozen survivors were rescued and searches by four company ships continued. The vessel was en route from Tacloban and the exact passenger count remained unclear due to an incomplete list. The ship was due to arrive in Manila earlier.
A Kennedy Center Nutcracker cast of 33 Iowa children faces homesickness less than expected as they rehearse in Washington. Mary Beth Barteau notes high spirits, with about 50 relatives visiting for Christmas. VIP tours of the White House and Capitol plans underline festive goodwill.
The piece reports a trend of professionals abandoning comforts for hobo vacations. It quotes Bob Spediacci, 43, California Express Messenger president, as a part time hobo for over a decade and Patrick Augusta, 38, a Torrance general contractor, noting growing curiosity and discussion around the practice.
The House Interior Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issues a year end report criticizing the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for lenient safety practices. It accuses agents of failing to curb worker drug and alcohol abuse in reactor control rooms and weakening fire protection standards. The chairman defends the agency as a tough regulator while Republicans dispute the tone. The report criticizes the Reagan era deregulation stance and calls for Roberts removal.
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