29 Dec 1997
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1997
Page
1
Marion resident Nile Andersen began drawing after a 1993 stroke and has continued since. The piece highlights his recovery and ongoing artistic work, noting a personal turning point and the role of art in his life.
A teaser notes a New Year brunch showcasing home baked goods and references recipes in Tuesday's food section. The item emphasizes fresh breads pastries and comfort foods to start the year.
Two Neffs Roberts share historical vignettes including a tale of Indian scalps and recollections of an old fire station as featured in Ramblin with Rasdal in Tuesday’s Gazette.
U S Senate study says animal waste totals 1.37 billion solid tons, about five tons per person, creating environmental risks and water pollution across states. Senator Tom Harkin argues for national standards to curb runoff and storage failures.
President Clinton keeps his focus on targeted middle class tax relief while not ruling out a broad cut. Rahm Emanuel says a general cut is possible but funding questions remain, as the surplus and balanced-budget talks shift debate with Republicans into 1998.
United Airlines Flight 826 carrying 374 passengers and 19 crew members hit severe clear air turbulence over the Pacific near Narita Japan. One Tokyo woman died and at least 102 were injured, some seriously, as the jet diverted to Narita after the turbulence.
In Brea California donors from the Band of Blue parents raised funds for 380 members and chaperons traveling to Pasadena for the 109th Tournament of Roses. Bio Resources suggested plasma drives to fund the trip, a plan embraced by Joy Eden Marilyn Pendergast and other chaperons. Plasma allows universal donation and speeds fundraising for the group.
The Jefferson Band Parents and students organized multiple fundraising efforts including selling fruit and candy, Avon products, and discount cards. They staffed car washes, assisted at Cedar Rapids Kernels games, wrapped gifts at Westdale Mail, and donated plasma to support the trip to the Tournament of Roses Parade.
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