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Cedar Rapids to Spend Big in 1934 on Public Works
Cedar Rapids and surrounding market area expects a year of major achievements in 1934 with extensive public and civil works. Planned expenditures include $650,000 for sewage outlet and purification, $650,000 for four junior high additions, $140,000 for water mains, $40,000+ for a new police station and jail, plus river levees, park improvements, and public building repairs. Private development also continues with over $500,000 for natural gas mains upgrades.
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