28 Feb 1989
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1989
Page
1
The Dukes column notes that all parcels of property in Linn County would see a tax rate reduction if the upcoming county budget becomes the sole levier of property taxes. This page 4A item presents a fiscal shift affecting residents and property holders.
A light humor item notes that when chips are down you might as well bring out the dip too, pairing a tongue in cheek pun with a casual, friendly wink.
A New York Times report cites FAA studied findings that hundreds of needed repairs could span years and affect up to 1,000 airplanes. It notes replacements of hull parts and rivets to prevent further structural failures after recent incidents including an United Airlines fuselage breach and an Aloha Airlines cabin roof loss.
Renew America names Iowa first in its State of the States for reducing chemical use while sustaining agriculture profits. The report cites Iowa as a big pesticide user in the mid 1980s and highlights sustainable agriculture programs in several states, noting concerns about contamination and health impacts from pesticides.
Senate Democrats stayed opposed to John Tower's nomination as defense secretary despite his alcohol pledge. President Bush repeated he has not wavered and called Tower the best man for the job. Sununu met with Tower as confirmation battles heated up.
A Waterloo father collapsed drunk while picking up a child, leaving him in charge of three youngsters. A Cedar Rapids teacher noticed bruises on a student but faced pressure not to report suspected abuse. The piece discusses mandatory reporters and DHS handling of abuse cases as lawmakers consider changes.
The North Iran Contra trial paused as Judge Gesell ordered a halt to resolve a defense bid to reveal a secret government name. The dispute arose during cross examination of Robert Owen, Norths courier, over classified material and trial fairness.
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