Carter plans ten to eleven billion tax rebate package
White House advisers push a stimulus plan totaling 10 to 11 billion dollars in tax rebates for 1976 and extend payments to non taxpayers. The package aims to cut unemployment toward 6.5 percent with employment programs, public works, and state local aid, while Congress schedules hearings beginning Feb. 2.
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Changes in tax law and guidance on filing reform
A reader notice outlines updated income tax rules and tips to help complete forms. The Gazette previews a University of Iowa course titled Moral Choices in Contemporary Society offering two college credits. A magician minister in Marengo features in Iowa Scene while consumer fraud remedies are explored in Family Focus across pages 3 and 24F.
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Weather outlook with snow potential and warming temps
Weather forecast shows up to three inches of new snow possible through the morning. Temperatures rise to a high near 30 with lows around 10 to 15 above tonight. The report notes a shift toward warmer conditions by tomorrow and Monday.
Volga Lake Project Faces Possible Delay at Meeting
At a Fayette gathering of about 150 people, supporters urged keeping a Volga Lake within the state recreation area while lawmakers weigh how to protect existing funding. Sen. Rolf Craft and Reps. Donald Avenson and Senior Tofte questioned cost estimates for sealing the lakebed, suggesting revisions may lower the projected 5.5 million price tag and influence the project’s fate.
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Gavin Backed by Leaders as CIA Nominee Amid Controversy
House Speaker Thomas O Neill and Sen. Frank Church push retired Gen James Gavin for the CIA post after Carter’s first nominee withdrew amid criticism. Carter denies solid support for Gavin while Church praises him as objective and independent on Vietnam. Gavin declines comment, noting other candidates are under consideration.
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Salesman Reunited With His Pet Dog Thumper Returns Home
Traveling salesman Ron Rucci finds his dog Thumper after a nationwide search sparked by a $200 reward. Hundreds phoned whether to report sightings or offer concern as Thumper wandered from Cedar Rapids to Marion before reuniting with Rucci.
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