Ten years since abortion ruling sparks nationwide debate
Iowa City marks the 10th anniversary of the 1973 Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion as participants from Emma Goldman Clinic and Iowans for Life hold memorial services. The article notes ongoing activism, safety concerns, and differing views on abortion, with estimates of about 1,000 annual clinic abortions and calls for legislative change.
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Abortion Statistics at Iowa Clinic Spark Reporting Debate
Iowa City records show 15 000 plus abortion procedures at the University of Iowa Hospitals Early Termination Clinic since 1973. Officials began tracking in May 1973. Declines 1980 1982 linked to state funding limits and Medicaid policy changes.
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Observances in Cedar Rapids mark 10th anniversary of abortion rights
Events begin at 10 a.m. with a press conference hosted by NOW Cedar Rapids along with reproductive rights groups at the YWCA room 101. At noon in Greene Square, Linn Area Right to Life protests Roe v. Wade and related child notification concerns.
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Cedar Rapids Library Board ends Bookmobile services
The Cedar Rapids Library Board voted 6 to 0 to end Bookmobile services in the city effective February 8 due to a critically strained materials budget. Director Tom Carney said cuts will target service areas if needed, while protesters urged preservation of the service for seniors and children. The board also directed staff to study expanding the Friendsmobile, cooperate with schools on library use, and pursue grants and gifts to fund new materials.
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