State of the Union Dawns With Bipartisan Deficit Talk
Democratic leaders respond cautiously to President Reagan's deficit reduction plan urging the White House to cut military spending and pursue a fair approach. House Speaker ONeill says the president must lead, while Rep. Wright and Sen. Inouye will gauge proposals for possible Democratic participation.
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Hawaii
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West Virginia
Reagan urges bipartisan reform in State of the Union
President Reagan in a joint session speech cites economic gains and defends Lebanon policy while urging bipartisan cooperation to cut deficits. He promotes a permanent manned space station, a balanced budget amendment, line item veto, and a tax overhaul with a $180 billion 1985 deficit forecast.
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Reagan State of the Union highlights flash headlines
The address covers taxes deficit and budget with a proposal for a down payment plan, a line item veto, and a space station within ten years. It calls for EPA budget boosts, superfund funding, acid rain research, Chesapeake Bay restoration, and new parks. It promotes school reform, tuition credits, voluntary prayer, crime crackdowns, and a broad peace agenda with the Soviet Union and allies.
Iowa House panel votes to ban winter utility shutoffs for elderly
A House Commerce Committee vote sends a bill to the full House prohibiting utility shutoffs for residents aged 60 and over from November 1 to April 1. Supporters cite fixed incomes and winter hardship. opponents warn costs shift to other customers and potential abuse.
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al Sturgeon
Sioux City
Robert Renken
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Betty Hoffmann-Bright
R-Muscatine
Today's Chuckle: Kids Snitch Spark Nickname Automatic Teller
A light column notes that youngsters who report classmates are jokingly labeled automatic teller. It frames the quip as a modern schoolyard observation with a playful tone.
Bridal show scam ties Cedar Rapids event to prison run
A Cedar Rapids bridal show was canceled after Trade Shows International failed to pay a deposit and sign a contract. FBI investigations reveal the company was run from an Indiana prison by Michael La Grotte, who used a hired manager and a covert telephone setup. Ten merchants lost 350 to 400 dollars each plus prep costs, while the Gazette and a TV station lost ad payments. Other shows in Evansville and Michigan City were affected. Des Moines and South Bend prospects are unclear.
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Pat Quigley
Diane Honey
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Ron Carbello
Gingiss Formalwear
Chicago
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