28 Feb 1977
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1977
Page
1
The latest school census figures show a looming 15 percent decline in enrollment across Iowa school districts over the next six years. Democrats may regret their timetable change for adopting a state budget, a point noted on page 4.
An appeal hearing for William Harnish former executive director of the Citizens Committee on Alcoholism is scheduled for Wednesday. The Citizens Committee on Alcoholism board also announced the closure of two outreach offices in Benton and Jones counties.
The article examines why Iowa coach Bob Cummings has not recruited more running backs defensive backs or any quarterbacks in Red Pepper rallying context. It notes focus areas and potential strategic gaps cited by the author across page references.
A calm night brings icy low temperatures in the teens with a colder forecast ahead. Tuesday will rise to the 30s as sunshine returns.
Des Moines reports most local governments plan to follow the seven percent soft growth ceiling on property tax asks for next year. Officials cite lower wage settlements stabilized inflation and a belt tightening mood. Notices must publish budget intentions hearings and chart comparisons by March 15 with certification by April 15.
Fire of unknown origin heavily damaged Gail Industries Inc at 621 Fourth Avenue SE Monday morning. Sparks ignited a fire at a residence nearby. no one was in the plant. Investigators sought a neighborhood dog-walker seen around 4:30 am. The firm, employing 35, plans to move to temporary quarters.
Penick and Ford officials probe Sunday morning dust explosion at the starch milling plant that injured three workers. Burn patients Jerome Lansing 49 Climb Gander 43 remain critical. Robert Atkinson 58 in good condition. Investigators point to ignition of fine starch dust in duct work and dryers.
Ugandan President Idi Amin told a whites gathering at Entebbe airport that he has nothing against them as about 240 Americans and 200 Britons are summoned to a Wednesday meeting. The White House said President Carter may send observers, and Amin warned against a rescue attempt.
Washington AP The governments index of economic indicators declined 1.2 percent in January as severe winter weather affected several components. Nine of twelve stats fell, with work week, layoffs, stock prices, money supply, and new orders down, while net business formation and plant equipment orders rose.
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