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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1984
Page
3
The Linn County clerk asks for four hires to boost office staff before the state assumes administration in 1986. Supervisor Jean Oxley rejects the request, citing insufficient interim funds. Metro page 4A.
R. Wayne Richey executive secretary of the State Board of Regents says the board should go ahead with plans to raze the 89 year old red brick building despite an eleventh hour appeal. The recommendation aims for a demolition on February 13.
Linn County Health Department's Health Promotion program received special recognition from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for its communitywide screenings for high blood pressure and diabetes and other efforts. The item appears on Metro page 4A.
The Iowa Senate rejected a bill to expand the negotiable items in public employee collective bargaining from 17 to 25. Lawmakers plan to seek reconsideration, with debate continuing on the measure in the Statehouse.
A state committee urged Gov. Branstad to allow officials to keep names of full time job applicants confidential. Protesters say disclosure would deter qualified candidates. Branstad defends use of state aircraft as a bargain for taxpayers with trips tied to state business.
The government said last month was the strongest for automakers since 1981 with factories mines and utilities continuing a 13th straight month of gains signaling broad industry growth and economic momentum.
Len Alan Cranston needed quick thinking during a Sunday debate with eight presidential contenders in Hanover New Hampshire as attention focused on the color of his hair rather than the issues. The incident occurred during People coverage on page 10B.
Jenny Spangler a University of Iowa junior earned 10000 for second place in the Houston Marathon women’s division but refused the prize to preserve amateur status and remain eligible for the US Olympic team.
U S Agriculture Secretary John Block avoided questions about two Gazette stories. One alleged a record keeping requirement invades farmers privacy, the other reported troubles at the Chicago Board of Trade Farm on page 90.
School directors uphold Arlene Pfeiffer's NHS dismissal amid controversy over her out of wedlock birth. More than 200 students and eight teachers back Pfeiffer's bid to overturn the decision, with her vow not to quit.
The Supreme Court ruled states may prosecute news reporters and photographers who accompany demonstrators onto private property such as a proposed nuclear power plant site. The decision clarifies criminal liability for aiding trespass in coverage.
A blizzard like storm brings heavy snow across Montana and South Dakota and moves into the East with ice in Washington DC. Record lows appear in multiple states as Reno and Lake Tahoe see heavy snowfall. Maryland Delaware and other states report slick roads and school dismissals as crews work to clear snow.
Chris Shankland of Morley posted a “Job wanted hard worker” sign on his father's mailbox before Christmas. A Dec 24 Gazette story notes he quickly found work after New Year’s Day with Iowa Apartments in Cedar Rapids, renovating and fixing up the building. Shankland, 19, trained as a carpenter at Kirkwood Community College, last employed six months prior by a Mount Vernon builder who did not pay him. He is the son of Lyle and Kay Shankland.
Cedar Rapids police linked six break ins over two months to a burglary ring that exploited dark houses and weak locks. Two men were arrested and a 17-year-old female was detained after a northeast Cedar Rapids raid recovered over $5,000 in stolen goods. two suspects remain jailed on burglary and theft charges.
Volunteers from the Dubuque County Snowmobile Association and Heritage Trail Inc. rebuilt a burned bridge on the 20 mile Heritage Trail between Dubuque and Dyersville near Graf. The fire, the fifth arson at the site, prompted a $3000 reward from the sheriff for information leading to a conviction.
Thought for today emphasizes stepping forward despite fear. It urges bold action to pursue success, linking bravery to progress and achievement.
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