Iowa Governor Calls Tax Repeal As Surplus Grows
Governor Ray urged the legislature to repeal the 3 percent sales tax on food and prescription drugs, noting a projected $150 million surplus. He outlined spending plans including salary increases, aid to dependent children, Medicaid, conservation, education TV expansion, and new state projects, while preserving old-age funding and a transportation department.
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Oil pinch could boost U.S. economy, says Norman Cousins
Norman Cousins argues the Arab oil crisis strengthens America's long term position. He notes Japan’s low wages have undercut U.S. industry, cites devaluation effects, and predicts higher American competitiveness as energy shortages press Western rivals.
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Prophecy Sparks Cedar Rapids Growth Speculation
Prophetess Jeane Dixon told a Collins Radio audience that Cedar Rapids will attract surprising new residents as the city grows. The remark prompts speculation about who may move in, with a nod to rumors surrounding Howard Hughes.
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Back U.N. to Editors Letter Defends US Role in UN
W R Shuttleworth of the Iowa Division United Nations Assn replies to a December letter alleging Communist control of the United Nations. He argues the UN charter was supported by leaders across parties, not by communists, noting Russia opposed many UN actions yet the U.S. veto and diplomacy reflect America’s role. He urges continued support for the UN as a spokesman for shared principles.
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Mutual aid system praised by Johnson County Fire Assn
A letter to The Gazette defends the Johnson County Mutual Aid Assn. and its contract with nearby departments West Branch and Riverside. It explains the rural firefighting framework, radio systems, and mutual aid calls, noting Iowa City responds when life is at risk and applauding Iowa City for support and leadership. It also suggests a no-cost Cedar Rapids car pool column.
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Nixon cites Speer praise as staff stunned at crisis meeting
At a cabinet room energy crisis session before Christmas President Nixon praised Albert Speer’s wartime production tactics and urged Bill Simon to cut red tape. Some officials feared the rhetoric echoed Nazi mobilization, signaling strain on Nixon and unsettling aides amid the Alaska pipeline signing incident.
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NASA Ames Center fuels space pride in Pioneer 10 progress
An article from Mountain View California highlights NASA Ames Research Center as a hub of space leadership. It chronicles Pioneer 10’s 21 month journey past Jupiter and toward Saturn, Pluto, and beyond, with nuclear power and radioisotope generators powering continued communication.
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