Iowa House Debates Key Property Tax Measure On School Funding
In Des Moines the Iowa House began work on a bill to freeze property taxes for school purposes from July 1 and to shift school funding to rely on the current year income tax receipts. The measure would reduce district revenue to 40 percent of income tax receipts and set per pupil funding around 45 dollars, with amendments to broaden or limit taxing authority and define appeal procedures to the state budget review committee.
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Nixon says America must be a good country too
President Nixon told the National Prayer Breakfast that America can remain the world’s hope only if it is not just strong but also a good country. He urged an understanding heart in relations with nations races and generations as 3 000 leaders gathered at the Washington Hilton for the event.
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Reynolds Metals collects millions of cans in recycling drive
Reynolds Metals announces a nationwide aluminum can recycling program has collected 40 million empty cans, with 34 million from the San Francisco area. A spokesman said the company supported recycling efforts as a way to reduce waste. A separate matter notes a preliminary municipal court hearing set for April 22 on a charge of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
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Northeast Iowa backs portions of Interstate 380 plan
Kenneth Martinson of the Northeast Iowa Development Assn says the group backs any I-380 segment beneficial to northeast Iowa but excludes a Cedar Rapids to Waterloo diagonal. Six north routing options toward highway 520 are under study, including diagonals near Vinton Waterloo and routes to Urbana independently. A joint meeting with Cedar Rapids Chamber and area chambers is planned to discuss routing for 1980.
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Widow Sues Roosevelt Hotel Over Fatal Highway Crash
Kathryn Louise Williams of Des Moines sues the Roosevelt hotel for 306000 under Iowa liquor by the drink law claiming the fatal auto crash west of Cedar Rapids on October 3 1983 was caused by her husband being intoxicated due to the hotel serving him alcohol. She seeks 180000 for loss of support and 3330000 for her children 8 6 and 14 6. A December trial in a related case involving the other fatally injured driver ended with a verdict for the hotel.
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Governor Ray Appears With Cedar Rapids Symphony
Iowa Governor Robert D. Ray narrated Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait with the Cedar Rapids Symphony at Coe College auditorium. He praised the performance and the audience response, noting conductor Richard Williams and Williams's move to the Cedar Rapids area as a key factor. The venue was reportedly completely filled.
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New Hours for Four Iowa Liquor Stores
Four Iowa state liquor stores in Cedar Rapids and Marion announce new weekly hours starting Monday. Two locations on Fifth avenue SE and C street SW operate 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Center Point road NE and Marion stores run noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, with all stores closed February 12 and February 15 for local holidays.
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Rollie Kessler 90 Dies Rites Thursday
Rollie R. Kessler a lifelong Solon resident died Monday after a brief illness. A retired farmer born April 17 1880 in Solon he is survived by son Richard of Solon. Services set for 2 p.m. Thursday at Brosh funeral home with calling hours after noon Wednesday.
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Two Dead and Twenty Hurt as Manila Clashes Erupt
In Manila, at least two youths were killed and more than 20 people injured in clashes among police, students, and vandals across several areas. The largest confrontation occurred at the University of the Philippines as riot police fought students throwing Molotov cocktails and explosives, with gunfire and tear gas used to restore order. Police and patrolling officers were among the wounded, and the transit strike contributed to the unrest amid broader anti government sentiment.
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Violence erupts as students clash on campus
Reports describe chaos on campus with youths holed up in the Student Union bulging as firebombs and gunfire forced some to flee. Only a portion of about 10,000 students joined the violence while others remained in dormitories or at a distance.
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Two Waukon Jail Escapees Nabbed After Breakin
Two prisoners escaped from the Waukon jail and were recaptured by Rockwell City officers after burglaries at a Cedar Rapids residence a college and a construction trailer. Items including beverages a coin changer and tools were taken valued at about 606.84. Both suspects Wayne Fuller 26 and Gene Hitner 19 face larceny and jailbreak charges.
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