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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1992
Page
7
A early Tuesday blaze in Lisbon destroyed a 1976 Porsche a 1981 Ford Mustang and a trailer full of household goods. Fire Chief Michael Williams cited faulty wiring as the cause with the state fire marshal assisting. Damage estimated at 40000 dollars.
An injured black gray striped cat rescued on Christmas night by two motorists near 19th Street SE and Fourth Avenue in Cedar Rapids remains unclaimed at the city animal shelter. The cat received treatment for shock and facial injuries and is showing signs of recovery. shelter staff say it must be considered a stray and may be destroyed next week if not claimed.
The Pinicon Ridge Park tower near Central City will close for winter until about April 1 due to snow and ice. Linn County Conservation reports up to 75 000 visitors yearly. Ranger Tom Hazelton notes the Wapsipinicon River valley view is striking from the deck.
In Washington Iowa authorities advise inspecting candy bars after a woman found a straight pin in a Zero bar bought December 21. Police say an anonymous tip suggested needles in bars, likely from a vague sales rep. Residents urged to slice candy before eating.
Earl Corcran 26 of Fairfax and formerly of Brandon was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Michael Melloy to five years in prison without parole plus four years supervised release. He pleaded guilty to possession with intent to manufacture 100 or more marijuana plants and to distribute marijuana after authorities executed a May 8 search warrant at his Brandon home. Federal Drug Task Force seized 569 marijuana plants and loose marijuana.
The lead level in Cedar Rapids tap water at high risk sites fell from 80 to 48 parts per billion after recent testing but remains over three times the federal limit. EPA lowered its standard to 15 ppb, with further testing and public education planned as city adjusts treatment and replaces lead service lines if needed.
Bardsley 53 of Cedar Rapids has been named one of 50 Faces of Hope invited to Inaugural Week in Washington DC Citizens in 31 states received invitations after impressing the Clintons and Gores with a presentation on waste reduction and Project HOPE at the Quaker Oats plant. She plans to speak at a private luncheon January 18 and will appear on ABC-TV Good Morning America January 19.
Verge Gilliam, president of Providing Options, urges confronting reality to help youths. He cites high divorce rates and widespread family dysfunction as factors shaping children’s futures, urging honest dialogue and inclusive education during the Kwanzaa observance at Jane Boyd Community House.
John Williams 31 was denied parole by the Army Clemency and Parole Board after a court martial finding indecent contact with a 9-year-old girl in December 1990 at Fort Richardson Alaska. Appeal ongoing as his attorney pursues habeas corpus and appellate routes.
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