Morehouse barber hangs up his clippers after long Cedar Rapids run
The Morehouse barber who has cut hair in Cedar Rapids since 1920 will retire today. Page 4A. The paper previews upcoming fishing plans for Iowa rivers, hints at ski news, and notes a revival in storytelling as history about to be shared again. Page 9A and 13A. A brief health alert mentions African swine fever not yet detected in the U.S. but warns of potential devastation if it arrives. Page 5A.
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Cornets Defeat Does As Bolin Nets 30 Points
Molly Bolin scores 30 points leading the Cornets to a victory over Milwaukee Does. A crossing guard in Marion who once coached softball and ran a bowling tournament on his birthday is pictured at his corner as youngsters greet him. CBS regains top spot in TV ratings amid turmoil around two TV personalities.
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Boeing 747 scrutiny may rise on future plans
A brief page 3A note hints that Boeing 747 airplanes could face increased scrutiny in upcoming evaluations. The report signals potential regulatory focus and industry analysis without asserting specific outcomes or dates.
Winter Tames Man Woman Beast And Battery
Quotation links winter weather to human and animal temperaments and adds a modern aside about the car battery. The remark reflects seasonal observation and humor about daily life during cold months.
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Shakespeare
Carter Drops Out Of Debate And Iran Crisis Looms
President Carter withdraws from a Des Moines debate amid the Iran hostage crisis. Senator Edward Kennedy and Governor Edmund Brown Jr. oppose participation without Carter, while organizers weigh holding the event with remaining candidates. The deadline remains for Democratic contenders to face voters before Iowa caucuses.
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California
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Afghan coup in Kabul prompts Western revolt fear
Western and Asian diplomats in Moscow say Afghanistan strongman Amin was overthrown as the Kremlin feared he would break with the Soviet Union after crushing a Muslim rebellion with Soviet help. Amin was killed and replaced by Babrak Karmal as about 5,000 Soviet troops airlifted to Kabul.
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Iran dialog on shah swap amid embassy hostage crisis
Iranian students told UPI they would consider a Panama proposal to exchange exiled Shah Mohammed Reza Pahlavi for the about 50 American hostages in Tehran. President Carter expressed confidence UN sanctions will gain support as Vance goes to New York to press the case. Iran signaled no shift in stance while sanctions loom and hostages may be tried as spies if pressure continues.
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United States
OPEC price hikes push US fuel costs higher at year start
Four OPEC members announce up to 20 percent price increases with Libya planning a nearly $5 per barrel rise on January 1. Mexico also hikes its oil price to $32 per barrel, boosting expectations for higher gasoline and heating oil prices in the United States.
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Will of hostages still unbroken
U S hostages in Te hran eight weeks into captivity show rebellious spirit yet remain resigned. Clergymen report some taunt guards and a defiant mood as they recollect the Christmas visit. The exchange highlights humanity amid Iran crisis and focuses attention on individuals rather than politics.
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