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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1979
Page
1
Sports writer Mark Dukes rejects claims that Jefferson High School Cedar Rapids arranged opponents for a state invitational wrestling tournament. The piece notes near certainty the charges are unfounded and quotes Dukes on page 3B.
A Page 7A caption hints at former President Richard Nixon entering a shared spotlight with the Bee Gees as a lighthearted note about a forthcoming Feb 15 decision. The feature also showcases a livestock industry briefing calling the market the fastest growing in the nation.
The Marion water board agrees to revisit a policy that could raise rates for some commercial customers. The decision follows discussion on fairness and financial impact, with a formal review scheduled for upcoming sessions.
Governor Robert Ray unveils a 34 point plan to spur Iowa industry. Key items include removing the sales tax from utility bills, tax breaks for industry, and incentives to attract and retain firms. He cites a $17 million annual cost and a $19 per household benefit from the utility tax removal.
Washington shifted policy to support the shah leaving Iran, while Tehran ordered the royal family property handed to a crown foundation and 266 prisoners released. U.S. officials said Ambassador Sullivan would be told of the new stance but not urged to push the shah out.
Washington administration outlines a model law to urge pharmacists to substitute cheaper generics for brand names. Califano says states adopting the outline could save about 400 million dollars annually, though the PMA disputes savings and argues many generics lack equal effectiveness. The proposal allows physicians to block substitutions by marking medically necessary and permits patients to refuse therapeutically equivalent generics.
The Supreme Court struck down Pennsylvania's abortion viability rule in a 6-3 ruling. Justice Blackmun said the law penalizes doctors for ambiguous criteria, risking a chilling effect on rights and unclear duties between fetal interests and maternal health. Dissent argued it limits states' protection of fetal life. The decision also covered free speech for a Mississippi teacher, jury exemptions in Missouri, a Colorado River water dispute decree, and stockholder suits against Parklane Hosiery.
Larry Samuelson’s Jeep broke through ice on Rainy Lake near International Falls Minnesota. He said the vehicle sank roof deep after the ice gave way while driving on the lake.
Peking officials said Taiwan could retain security forces and weapons after possible unification. Vice Premier Teng Hsiao ping told a Senate task force the offer marks a major advance and that Taiwan could keep autonomy and current social and economic practices. He mentioned messages to Taiwan leaders but gave no reply details.
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