02 Feb 1988
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1988
Page
1
A non disclosed out of court settlement ends a lawsuit over the death of an eight year old Cedar Rapids boy fatally shocked at an Iowa Electric Light and Power substation. The boy died a day after the April 8 1986 accident.
A light humorous note suggests that lacking manners invites social comeuppance, with a wry remark about etiquette and behavior. The snippet frames everyday courtesy as a social barometer, hinting at consequences for rudeness in daily interactions.
Attorney General Edwin Meese faced questions after releasing a five page statement denying involvement with a memo by E. Robert Wallach about a $1 billion Iraqi pipeline and a pay plan linked to the Iraq Labor Party. Reagan declined comment as the investigation by James McKay broadens.
Officials discuss temporarily closing Highway 30 on the south edge of Cedar Rapids when steam plumes from the ADM Corn Sweeteners plant threaten visibility. The steam, a recurring condition, was linked to a Jan 22 fatal crash and also implicated in a separate three-vehicle collision near the plant.
Washington National Cancer Institute report shows breast cancer incidence at record highs while lung cancer declines for men. The study notes higher death rates in white women under 50 in 1984 85 and cites screening gaps. Dr Edward Sondik cautions mortality may not yet reflect screening gains.
Arlene Boddicker, a CR musician and owner of Boddicker School of Music, underwent a double mastectomy in January after her doctor repeatedly urged a mammogram. She credits the test with saving her life, noting a busy schedule delayed her appointment until her husband prompted action.
Wildlife bureau chief Richard Bishop notes more groundhogs in Iowa than 15 years ago though no formal counts exist. He cites highway sightings as evidence and pins growth on burrow habitat recovery while cautioning groundhogs avoid sunlight and crowds and may thwart search efforts.
Diane Marie Vilek, 27, Toledo, former clerk in Tama County treasurer office, faces five counts of first-degree theft, five counts of first-degree fraudulent practices, plus falsifying public documents and felonious misconduct in office. Authorities say she tampered with computerized records to conceal embezzlements of more than $30,000 in tax receipts. Vilek waived preliminary hearing, case sent to district court, released on $20,000 bond under supervision.
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