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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1975

Page

3

Army spray kills half a million birds at Fort Campbell

At Fort Campbell on the Kentucky Tennessee border an Army spray using the chemical Tergital decimated blackbirds starlings and crackles. About 5 million of an estimated 17.5 million birds were sprayed leaving many dead or unable to fly in freezing 20s. Wildlife officials gathered data as observers noted the ecological and health concerns.

Fort Campbell APS Anmy Kentucky- Tennessee Huey John Klose U.S. Wildlife Resources Ourmy Mel Dyer Colorado State University Fort Collins Cola Dyer

Profit depression cited by Simon at governors meeting

Treasury Secretary Simon warns of a profits depression dampening private investment. He says tax and inflation effects cut after tax profits from 37 billion to 20.4 billion since 1964. Governors adopt a conservation resolution amid energy crisis and political debate.

Washington Treasury Simon Midiman March Sinman Jess Povernul Muty Ford

LaPeters Seeks Media Silence on Armed Robberies

Police Chief Wallace LaPeters ordered news outlets to withhold dollar amounts from robbery reports stating large losses invite more crimes. The Gazette refused and vows to publish full details, while police may read reports aloud minus the sum if organizations do not comply.

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Puerto Rican Fisherman Drifts 25 Days On Sea After Boat Failure

A 38 year old Puerto Rican fisherman adrift in the Caribbean for 25 days survived on raw fish and seawater after his boat broke down. His Panamanian companion died after 14 days as rescues tracked them. the survivor was rescued by the Korean freighter Sunflower and landed in Balboa. The coast guard coordinates remained in play as officials planned further arrangements.

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Rapp Nabbed In Oregon In Counterfeiting Case

Accused counterfeiter Wellington Rapp, 46, fled Cedar Rapids after a $10,000 bond and was arrested in Multnomah County Oregon. He faces federal bond jumping charges and probation violations and is slated for arraignment in Portland with plans to return to Cedar Rapids. Michael Juenger, 22, also linked to the rings, was arrested in December as part of raids that netted over $4 million in fake bills.

Harsold Wellington Rapp Multnomah Ore FBI Rapp Cedar Rapids Oregon Portland Michael Juenger Second Avenue SE Tapp Linn County John Griser Marion Birl

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Exaggerations Endanger Agents Says Colby Inhouse Hearing

CIA chief William Colby condemned exaggerations and misrepresentations by the New York Times and others that could harm intelligence operations. He defended agency bounds, urged careful congressional investigations, and denied direct involvement in Watergate while noting past liaison with police. The hearing before a House intelligence subcommittee discussed domestic spying and CIA activities in a politically charged climate.

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Nessen Says No Compromise On Oil Goals

President Ford’s press secretary Ron Nessen asserts there can be no compromise on energy goals despite lopsided votes against the first part of Ford’s program. He notes Ford is open to alternative plans but will not concede the goals. Senate and House votes show strong push to block the tariff on imported oil, with overrides possible amid party splits and predicted veto battles.

Washington Ford Ron Nessen Senate House Jackson Wis Lingat Louisland Gannon Neevada

Viet Trip Postponed Amid Tariff Debate

Washington officials said a proposed visit to China by President Ford was postponed indefinitely. Senators and representatives fear delaying the trip will hurt support for the 0.8 aid package as Congress weighs a 90 day tariff program and possible overrides.

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FCC Plans Limits on Prime Time Obscene Content in 1975 Season

The FCC proposes a ban on broadcast obscenity and indecent material during prime time. It aims to clarify laws and seek congressional action to remove uncertainty and set specific hours for family viewing.

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