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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1979
Page
5
Marion Independent School District officials faced an uphill battle as voters rejected a $1.5 million bond to build a high school auditorium. The measure failed 441 yes to 769 no, 36.4 percent in favor, with 19 percent turnout. Board President Jim Bencke cited possible communication gaps and said the district will reconsider next steps at Thursday's meeting.
Beneke notes space expansion requires longer explanation as enrollment declines while Proposition 13 dampens support. Roene Cammack cites higher than expected negative votes and questions presentation. The plan would fund an auditorium a band room and renovations to expand space for vocal music art and girls locker rooms at the high school which currently lacks an auditorium and uses classroom space with a stage.
A car found burning at 7:50 p.m. Monday in a ditch at County Road E44 and South 22nd Street was stolen on January 5 in Cedar Rapids and had its license plates stolen on January 12 in Cedar Rapids. Linn County deputies identified the owner as William Davis of 3701 Richmond Road NE. Chief Jim Ford said the fire was likely intentional torching.
Marion branch YMCA lists non aquatic and aquatic programs from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. including preschool gymnastics, youth gym, adult fitness, and swim lessons. Also Lions Club meeting at Indian Creek Country Club at noon, Park Board at 5 p.m., and a house sale involving Mr. and Mrs. Klosterman with movers to Newhall. local fabric and siding ads accompany notices.
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