23 Jan 1993
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1993
Page
1
Made for TV film Crash Landing The Rescue of Flight 232 about the Sioux City crash swept the Movies To Go Iowa Film Awards in Cedar Rapids last night. Details on page 3B.
Theatre Cedar Rapids presents Neil Simon comedy Rumors in a high energy production opening Friday. Review noted on page 2B highlights sharp dialogue and brisk pacing with strong cast chemistry.
Stiff penalties on violations of child labor laws hit Iowa small business owners in rural areas with rising frequency. Details on page 1B.
Cedar Rapids saw a 34 percent rise in housing starts in 1992 as developers leveraged favorable interest rates to add 415 new homes to the stock. Details appear on page 7C.
A state survey shows fewer residents smoke and more wear seat belts while daily exercise remains uncommon among lowans. Details on page 8B.
The United Pentecostal Church requires members to recommit to a holiness code disapproving mixed swimming dances women cutting their hair and watching television. Details on page 12D.
A light quip suggests collecting is a good hobby, humorously proposing trying it with money. The line plays on collecting objects and wealth, implying a tongue in cheek take on financial collecting and thrift.
Marsha and Walter Zahn discuss their experiences with a Sunday night program about a mentally retarded man who marries a woman without disabilities. They can laugh now about the struggles they endured as part of Life & Leisure in Sundays Gazette.
President Clinton lifts restrictions from Reagan and Bush eras, allowing abortion counseling at federally funded clinics and funding for overseas population programs. He reserves RU-486 import decision to the FDA while inviting broader research and medical access, prompting mixed reactions from activists and scientists.
Iowa Attorney General Bonnie Campbell announces a 1 million dollar settlement with Archer Daniels Midland over sulfur dioxide emissions at the Clinton grain plant. The agreement requires testing, scrubbers installation, and adherence to air and water standards, resolving a 1991 lawsuit. Howard Buffet declined comment.
Indianola memorial honors Chris Street 20 a University of Iowa junior and Hawkeye basketball star killed in a traffic accident in Iowa City. Sister Sarah read a heartfelt letter to him at a service before about 2,500 mourners. She spoke of his athletic talent, loyalty, and the deep love she and Betsy feel. Street’s death leaves friends and family grieving a cherished brother and friend. Street page 7A.
President Clinton launched a broadened hunt for a new attorney general after taking blame for rushing Zoe Baird’s selection. Names discussed included Patricia Wald Judith Kaye Amalya Kearse and Barbara Babcock with aides noting the process was not limited to women. Clinton expressed regret saying rushing the appointment was a mistake and accepted responsibility while Baird considered returning to her corporate post.
Former Iowa lawmakers Kay Chapman and Robert Rush, both Cedar Rapids attorneys, have expressed interest to Senator Tom Harkin and Representative Neal Smith in becoming U.S. attorney for Iowa's Northern District. Larson's successor process and FBI checks are noted, with multiple potential contenders. Chapman, who served 10 years in the Legislature before losing in November, emphasizes public service.
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