23 Dec 1989
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1989
Page
1
Residents report a record number of eagles along the Mississippi River with sightings spanning multiple sites. The piece notes increased winter activity and highlights popular viewing locations, inviting readers to observe the birds responsibly.
A couple from C.R. sue a physician and St. Luke's Hospital over the death of their infant son. The suit seeks accountability and compensation for alleged medical negligence in the infant's demise.
Tributes flow for Howard Bowen who died Friday drawing memories from colleagues at the University of Iowa. Bowen led the UI and shaped academic policy during his tenure with lasting impact across campus.
A Page 7B item highlights scams targeting gift certificates as a rising threat this holiday period. Authorities warn buyers to verify retailer validity and monitor card numbers to prevent fraud and losses.
The University of Iowa men's basketball team matches up with Nevada Las Vegas in a high profile clash billed as the Desert Duel. The game is highlighted on Page 1B with coverage of the matchup and key players.
The line argues that affordable politics would lower taxes, suggesting that high tax levels stem from politicians not matching voter expectations. It frames a critique of perceived costliness in public leadership and the impact on taxpayers.
Panama City sees fighting as Noriega loyalists attack U S facilities while a David commander agrees to surrender about 3 500 of 4 500 troops. Pentagon adds 2 000 reinforcements as chaos grows and refugees seek aid in a teetering occupation.
Rebels and army units seized control of Bucharest from loyalist forces after daylong clashes. Ceausescu and Elena reportedly fled the palace by helicopter before the palace was set ablaze. Death tolls ran into hundreds, with fighting also reported in Timisoara as dissidents broadcast from key sites.
A 94 year old Walker resident, Henrietta Nielsen, died Friday morning in a house fire. Neighbors and 50 firefighters battled the blaze that destroyed the home she had lived in for over four decades. Nielsen was described as independent and active at St John Lutheran Church in Center Point.
Long lines and frantic calls at AAA Motor Club on 1519 42nd St NE left customers waiting hours for help. Staff handled about one call per minute as no towing stations could assist soon and delays extended into the afternoon. A laboring caller highlighted urgent needs, while Long’s Auto Repair noted unprecedented demand amid the warming trend.
The December Gazette recalls a white Christmas near miss last year with abysmally nice forecasts and mild bills. It contrasts this February’s mid 60s warmth with car washing and a bare chested jogger in Cedar Rapids. It notes recent Christmas Eves fogs snarling travel and bids for warm thoughts amid winter’s wacky, inconsistent pattern.
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