Gold climbs to record highs above 750 in world market
Investors flood into gold pushing prices to a record 765 per ounce in London and around 770 in New York as concerns over supply, Afghanistan, Iran hostages, and oil costs spark a global rush. Silver and platinum hit new peaks while the dollar steadies against major currencies.
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Iran
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Stevie Wonder urges Jan 15 work boycott nationwide
The pop singer calls for Americans to skip work every January 15 to protest Congress not designating a national holiday. The plea appears on page 10B.
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Stevie Wonder
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Veteran lawmaker in Iowa says he wont seek reelection
A Cedar Rapids veteran lawmaker announces he will not run again, ending a lengthy political career. The piece notes speculation over possible policy changes and references related state politics pages detailing the governor's proposals and regional reactions.
Double your pleasure double your fun office bulletin
Office bulletin props a cheeky slogan urging Xeroxing pay stubs to double the perceived value of earnings. The fragment hints at a humorous ad copy with a copyright notice.
U S Olympic Chief Seeks Alternatives to Moscow Games
U S Olympic Committee president Robert Kane urged exploring options beyond a boycott and floated holding an alternate Summer Olympics possibly in 1981, with discussions set for the IOC during the Lake Placid Winter Games. Officials weigh Montreal as a potential host if a move is pursued.
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New York Times
Cyrus Vance
Afghanistan
New York Daily News
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Walter Mondale
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United States
Yuri Kartsev
Daring jet heist nets $2 million
In Rome two thieves in mechanic uniforms halted a Swissair DC-9 outbound for Zurich by claiming a fuel leak. They used a stolen airport truck to reach the cargo hold and removed two pouches containing about 2.2 million in cash, prompting police to question a courier and consider insider help.
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Theft at Randy's Cafe in Readlyn Alarmed Community
Bremer County Sheriff reports a Monday burglary at Randy's Cafe Readlyn. A thief forced entry, stole 125 dollars from a cash drawer and a 700 dollar burglar alarm, prompting an investigation into the incident.
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Cornets’ Crisis Ties to Iran Losses
Cedar Rapids industrialist George Nissen faces acute pressure as losses linked to an Iranian sports venture and a film investment threaten the Iowa Cornets solvency. Nissen, 66, says the team needs outside help by month end and concedes payroll risks in this WBL entry.
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Four-Car Collision Shatters Cedar Rapids Traffic
Police examined sports car of Mark Gillund in Cedar Rapids after a four vehicle wreck on Edgewood Road and Ellis Boulevard NW. Gillund suffered a concussion and facial and shoulder injuries and was treated at St Luke's Hospital in fair condition. Julie Morris stopped to fix a flat and Christine Hofford watched. the chain reaction began when Gillund could not react in time and lost control. Robert Rockwell and Mark Gillund were charged with failing to maintain control.
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