Johnson County confronts zoning loom amid land use debate
In Jawa City, about 100 residents pack the county courtroom as the board of supervisors and the Jowa County highways commission discuss a comprehensive land use plan. Chairman Burns urges consistent zoning while critics warn of rigid rules. The Hamner farm zoning change faces uproar over sand removal, and officials seek a steadier policy. The VA budget debates pension reform and its impact on veterans with working wives.
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Nixon cutbacks threaten state and local taxes
Washington economists warn Nixon budget cuts push fiscal burden to states and cities, likely raising property, sales, and local taxes. Hospital bond plan advances in Des Moines, authorizing $10 million in bonding for a $13.9 million addition. Local briefs mention theft at St Catherine's College, community events, and ads.
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Two Airport Workers Earn Service Awards at Cedar Rapids
Two Cedar Rapids airport employees received merit achievement certificates for significant contributions to the Municipal airport. Airport Manager Roy Jamerson noted the recognitions with Moose Members and guests present.
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Restroom door removals spark school discipline debate
In Pennsylvania Linn-Mar High School authorities removed restroom doors to curb smoking and vandalism, citing ongoing damage. Superintendent Leroy Denenberg said the measure, costing millions of dollars in repairs, aims to reduce incidents while noting privacy concerns and broader critiques of dental and medical care education.
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Gertrude Melsa of Ely Dies After Illness
Gertrude Melsa 86 lifelong Ely resident died Thursday after a short illness. Born Gertrude Hehn January 18 1887 near Ely she married Joseph D Melsa March 5 1906. Surviving: husband daughter Mrs Dorothy Fiala Solon five grandchildren a sister Mrs John Reif Solon. Services 1:39 pm Sunday at Brosh Funeral Home Solon Rev A T Washington burial Oakland Cemetery Solon. Friends may call Saturday afternoon.
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Nixon Broadcast on Resources Saturday
Washington AP report says President Nixon will deliver a nationwide radio broadcast on human resources shortly after noon Saturday the White House announced Friday.
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Conditional Amnesty for Czechs Who Fled 1968
Prague reports President Ludvik Svoboda announced two conditional amnesty offers to tens of thousands of Czechoslovaks who fled after the 1968 Soviet invasion. Emigrants may avoid punishment if they return by December 31 and have not committed subversive acts.
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Rent Strike Money Guarded by Police Patrols
In Clay Cross England police conducted special patrols to protect money withheld by 1,300 tenants in government owned apartments during a rent strike. Locals report the action followed theft concerns as tenants withheld payment and authorities ensured it was not stolen by burglars.
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Power Arrested in Theft Case In Central City Town
Donald E Power, 23, Springville, charged with possession of stolen property. Deputies say two tires on his car were stolen from Dennis Yowe in Central City last August. Power arrested in Springville Thursday night and held in county jail pending arraignment. Drive safely.
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Iowa Highway Unit Land Sale Bill Passed in Des Moines
DES MOINES AP The Iowa house approved a bill Friday to let the highway commission sell contract parcels of land no longer needed for highway purposes. The vote was 71-20 and the measure now goes to the senate. Parcels appraised at 3000 dollars or more may be sold if the commission receives a contract offer at least 10 percent of its largest cash offer.
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Orange Squeeze Record Claims Citrus Squeeze Champion
NEW PORT RICHEY Fla AP a 70 year old retired machinist Herb Risley claimed a world record by squeezing a quart of juice from about two dozen oranges in minutes. He won a $25 savings account in the Citrus Squeeze sponsored by a local bank. None of the 170 other contestants disputed the claim. Guinness World Records does not list this category. He said no special technique is used just press and twist two or three times and work fast.
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Illness reported after tuna recall in Minneapolis
FDA officials said about 25 people possibly fell ill after eating StarKist tuna canned with codes BD 419 and GD 419. The recall was issued by the Minneapolis distributor amid illness reports.
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