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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1989
Page
20
Georgia-Pacific reports that burning sawdust and bark to generate heat and electricity reduces fossil fuel use and electricity costs at pulp and paper mills. Since 1972 the energy consumed per ton of paper declined by 42.7 percent, highlighting cogeneration as a major power source in the industry.
Radon a radioactive gas from uranium decays enters homes via basement cracks and openings. Midwest Living urges homeowners to test for peace of mind, noting tests are inexpensive and simple. Charcoal canisters are placed in basements for days and analyzed in labs, but pick testing services carefully to avoid fraud.
University dermatologist says skiers face UV damage from high altitude and snow reflection, recommending SPF 15+, protection for nose ears and eye area, sunglasses with full UV, and sunscreen 15 minutes before outdoors. Eyelids burn, cataract risk noted. A separate New Year survey finds men priority fitness goals and women prioritizing saving money.
Ex broker Boyd L Jefferies now spends days with federal investigators and defense lawyers after pleading guilty to securities violations. He remains wealthy with homes in Indian Wells and Aspen but faces up to ten years in prison and fines. His career with Jefferies & Co once grew to 400 employees with a global footprint.
New York reports a cautious mood after a surprisingly strong Christmas season. Kmart and Carter Hawley Hale expect 1989 sales to roughly match 1988 with 4 to 7 percent growth possible for the industry, while analysts disagree on the pace of improvement as retailers gather in New York for the NRMA convention.
A week of business briefings and speakers in Cedar Rapids covers topics from tax and revenue law to weather, finance, and information management. Notables include Equitable Life Insurance talk on split dollar plans, Chamber breakfast events, and technical sessions at local hotels and centers.
Washington authorities confirm possible changes to the Essential Air Service program as budget limits push the plan to curb subsidies for 150 small-city routes. Lawmakers from West Virginia Kansas and others press for relief while officials indicate no final decision yet and an announcement may come early next week.
Foreign Candy Company Inc. issues a nationwide voluntary recall of its Gummy Pacifier candy sold under the Black Forest label. The product resembles a real pacifier and lacks a mouth guard raising choking concerns. callers are asked to return items to Rural Route 1 Box 37A Hull Iowa 51239. No incidents have been reported in four years of marketing.
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