Dem Push For Earlier Culver Bid In Iowa Race
Des Moines reports a Democratic state representative filed for U.S. Senate nomination hoping to pressure Rep. John Culver to declare his 1972 plans. Kennedy says Culver will reveal his decision February 18, while others contemplate early runs if Culver signs on or not. Local figures discussed include Gannon and supporters who debate strategic timing and possible replacements.
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McGovern Pleased by Cedar Rapids Turnout
McGovern spoke for 16 minutes to about 150 luncheon attendees and another 200 in the hallways after a Cedar Rapids appearance. He praised Iowa supporters, noted polls favor Romney finishing in the White House, and urged open minds among all Democrats while stressing the importance of Iowa’s early precinct caucuses in shaping the campaign.
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Newsweek
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George McGovern
Dakota
Local Cedar Rapids man dies in Houston motorcycle crash
Ralph J. Schroeder 19 of Cedar Rapids recently stationed in Germany, died after a motorcycle struck a car at a Houston intersection. The rider and passenger were seriously hurt. Schroeder died two hours later in a hospital. He was a Prairie High graduate and Kirkwood Community College alum, son of Ralph and wife, with survivors including sister Toinda King. Funeral at St Ludwilla’s Church. Burial at Calvary Cemetery.
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Democrats hold senatorial nomination as Culver plans loom
Fragmented notes show Democrats delaying a primary challenge while awaiting Culver’s announcedPlans. Republican hopefuls like Stabe and Tom Tiley wait on Culver’s decision regarding a run for the congressional seat. Tol Walsh declares IOP bid for Culver’s race as party dynamics shift.
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Culver
Tol Walsh
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I.O.P
Supreme Court rules confession need only preponderance in admissibility
The Supreme Court held that trial courts need not determine beyond a reasonable doubt that a confession was voluntary before admitting it. The majority said the preponderance standard suffices for admissibility, while Brennan urged higher protection. The decision came in a Illinois case where the defendant argued the confession should be scrutinized for voluntariness.
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Supreme Court Upholds FPC Jurisdiction Over Utilities
The Supreme Court ruled that utilities operating within a state's borders fall under Federal Power Commission jurisdiction. Previously, state public utility commissions regulated such companies. The decision expands federal reach into intrastate utility oversight.
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Boy Fatally Injured in IRA Disciplinary Incident
A youth named Bowl 16 was found fatally injured in a house in Now Barnsley Park after a Wednesday incident. Sources say he may have been hurt by an IRA disciplinary squad. A Bulfast IRA statement claimed the passing was an accident.
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Reds Step Up Heat and U S Base Targeted in Vietnam
In Saigon and across South Vietnam, intensified attacks strike U S bases and Vietnamese troops. A helicopter was shot down in the Mekong Delta with four crewmen killed, while Bien Hoa base faced sapper activity causing ammunition losses and a brief clash. U S Secretary R. Proctor toured highland outposts unharmed.
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Reds Signal Crucial Year Ahead for Washington Saigon
In Saigon and Washington officials assess growing Vietcong activity in Laos and Cambodia and the buildup along South Vietnam's western border. Indications point to North Vietnamese plans in the central highlands near the DMZ, with thousands of troops redeploying as Hanoi edges toward a new phase of the war.
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Revision of Draft Rules Is Proposed
Washington AP reports selective service proposes changes to deferment and exemption rules. The revisions aim to aid students and others facing hardship or conscience objections and would take effect mid February unless challenged. Critics cited long forms and complexity prompting simpler versions and hearings.
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Safe Carnival Ride Bill Passes House in Iowa
DES MOINES UPI The Iowa legislature approved the first major bill this session, requiring annual inspections of carnival rides and a 83 yearly permit. The measure moves to the Senate for consideration, outlining registration and safety provisions for ride operators and the cost to registrants.
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Senate
Cite Error Leaves Iowa School Fund Short by 20 Million
Des Moines reports a 20 million shortfall in the school foundation fund after drafting errors and miscounted federal aid. Senate education officials said revisions could reduce the gap by about 10 million via property tax levies, but the base shortfall remains.
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Des Moines
Berors
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School Foundation
Colum, 90, Irish Playwright, Dies
Irish poet and playwright including folklorist Colum died at 90 in Enfield County after a long career linked to the Abbey Theater. He authored works spanning Irish renaissance themes and was married to Mary Catharine Caiuay Maguire.
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Cary
Boy makes $200000 stock play with no cash spent
A 19 year old Philadelphia youth outlined a plan to buy and sell $200000 of stock, aiming for a $30000 profit while spending nothing he did deposit $6000 and used his own funds to open a bank account. He offered to contact six brokerage firms but none allowed trading without proper accounts. He claimed to have followed stock exchange rules and later reported to officials with a check for the remaining balance.
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