Cedar Rapids Noelridge skating rink busy during school vacation
The Noelridge skating rink in northeast Cedar Rapids is crowded as the school vacation ends Sunday. Photos show skaters Greg Spicher 12 of 6617 Kiowa Trace NE Tim Harris 13 of 2049 Northgate NE beginner Tami Gonzales 9 of 1123 Clifton NE and Jeff Hill 12 of 212 Thirteenth Ave Hiawatha skating.
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Weekend chill with mixed sun and frigid nights
The forecast shows cold conditions with partial cloud cover and teens for daytime highs. Tonight and Sunday bring mostly clear skies with subfreezing lows and Sunday highs in the low teens.
Budapest Vietnamese Family in Cedar Rapids Faces Cold
A young Vietnamese couple and their two children enjoy Cedar Rapids life but dislike the cold weather. The piece notes their adaptation in a local story on page 2A.
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Police Seek Callers In Airport Bombing Probe
New York police pursue two women who said they overheard a bomb warning before the LaGuardia blast. Investigators also examine debris at the police lab to identify the device responsible for the explosion that killed 11 and injured 75.
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Fisherman’s quip tests truth in rival accusation
A wry saying notes that the only time a fisherman tells the truth is when labeling another fisher as a liar. The line plays on rivalry and humor within fishing communities.
Cubans Admit Deserter Shootings in Angola Conflict
Cuban troops in Angola report says some Marxist allies were shot to stop desertion as pro Western forces clash with Soviet backed units. Captured Cuban accounts describe demoralized leftists while battles near Quibala and overall offensives tilt toward anti-Moscow fronts.
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Soviet Navy Marry Potent Threat Says British Expert
London AP report quotes Capt. John Moore asserting the Soviet navy is the most potent fleet ever in firepower while praising American seamanship. Moore notes Soviet long range missiles threaten North America and Europe, with Kara class cruisers surpassing U.S. Little Rock in firepower, though U.S. sailors and aircraft remain superior in skill.
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First Federal Campaign Funds Distributed to Eleven Candidates
The treasury began distributing 1.88 million dollars to 11 presidential contenders, marking the first direct federal campaign contributions in U.S. history. President Ford and Sen. Lloyd Bentsen led with the largest shares as funds were picked up or mailed to qualified candidates.
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FTC Proposes Used Car Misrepresentation Rules
The FTC unveiled rules to curb misrepresentation by dealers about used cars. Disclosures on mileage prior use and major repairs would be required, with fines up to 10000 per day for violations. The proposal also details warranty disclosures and a possible consumer inspection right under final rule changes.
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Ford Vetoes Common Situs Picket Bill Amid Pressure
President Ford vetoed a bill to extend construction union picketing rights citing risk of greater conflict and higher costs. The measure would have allowed entire sites to be shut down over disputes with one subcontractor. Ford had previously indicated he would sign but altered his stance after heavy pressure from labor leaders and officials.
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Ford
John Dunlop
Dunlop
Ron Nelsen
Nessen
Jerusalem gun range sees booming New Year business
In Jerusalem crime rises and guerrilla threats persist, a local security firm reports high demand for self defense. Ads tout plastic bullets for 0.38 revolvers, live ammunition training, and a busy range open six days a week with more than 10 percent of customers women.
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Wildest Day in Post Office History
Cedar Rapids Postmaster Charles Seda described Friday as the wildest day in post office history amid a large stamp rush. About 11,000 dollars in stamps were sold, far above the normal 7,000, with fierce traffic and long lines as people rushed after a Supreme Court price ruling.
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