29 Dec 1989
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1989
Page
1
A Cedar Rapids man accused of a tavern rampage pleads not guilty to charges. Police allege he caused a disturbance and property damage at a local tavern, and the case advances to court proceedings. Nearby, students from C R High School will visit the Soviet Union on an educational trip.
A Pennsylvania family visiting Iowa hopes their lost dog is found before they return home as cold weather affects unemployment figures. State labor officials stay optimistic about jobs despite rising rates.
The report on page 3A details ongoing investigations surrounding the death of a former Iowa resident killed by a hunter in Maine. Authorities pursue leads as familiares and local officials review evidence and statements.
Iowa star Jay Webb delivered a standout performance but could not prevent a shift in momentum as the Hawkeyes lost to UNLV. Coach Tom Davis remarked on the effort despite the defeat. UNI Panthers face Georgetown in Las Vegas tonight on the swing through Nevada.
The article notes that Americans continue to prefer beef even as overall demand wanes over the years, reflecting persistent consumer preferences despite market shifts mentioned on page 7C.
The Gazette records Iowa’s top newspaper award for year identifying the 107th volume and 354th issue as part of ongoing recognition.
A witty quip notes reluctance to travel life’s highway if tolls keep being charged.
Iowa’s population rose to 2.84 million on July 1 1989 from 2.83 million a year earlier, a gain of about 10 000 as census estimates point to a possible end of long running out migration. State economist Harvey Siegelman credits economic development and higher non farm employment with reducing reasons to leave. Willis Goudy notes the change reflects Iowa State University census efforts.
Alexander Dubcek won unanimous election as leader of the Federal Assembly in Prague after years in obscurity. The pro democracy movement gains momentum amid reforms across Poland Hungary East Germany Bulgaria and Romania as Vaclav Havel poised to be named president.
Local utility officials say bitter December weather will likely double heating bills from November. They urge customers behind on payments to contact their utility for help, noting state law protects heat shutoffs below 20 degrees and a winter moratorium for low income assistance from Nov 1 to March 31.
Preston 79 of Belle Plaine narrates Lincoln Highway stories on a 900 number service by Network Faym Service from Woodland Hills. He says he earns only if the company does and plans to give any money to charity. The fee is $1.75 for the first minute and 75 cents for each extra minute with a free Lincoln Highway magnet and sticker offered.
Crowds in Bucharest line up for meat and basic goods as warehouses release food during the crisis. Fighting erupts as Ceau sescu loyalists resist a government surrender ultimatum. Authorities arrest three Ceau sescu relatives and the ex-ruler’s brother is found dead in Austria.
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