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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1971
Page
1
Washington reports December price rise of 0.5 percent, led by housing, medical care, food and autos, pushing 1970’s total inflation to 5.5 percent the second worst in 20 years. CPI hits 138.5, meaning $13.85 per $10 of 1957-59 costs. Payrolls gain modestly while after tax inflation erodes yearly purchasing power.
A three-judge appeals court ordered Sister Jages Egan released on own recognizance after she refused to testify before a federal grand jury probing an alleged kidnap bomb plot. Bail plea from attorney Jack Levine granted.
Railpax Corp may choose among Marion Des Moines or Ottumwa to serve on the Chicago to Omaha line. The three alternate routes are part of the Chicago San Francisco corridor and present options for the company to select for its Iowa service.
Textual highlights of President Nixon budget message to Congress emphasize defense, human resources, and a full employment budget. 1972 defense spending drops to 34 percent while human resources rise to 42 percent. revenue sharing and welfare proposals aim to empower state and local governments, with emphasis on private citizen involvement and fair standards.
President Nixon urged a record 229.2 billion dollar fiscal 1972 budget built on two deficits totaling 30.2 billion, aiming for a full employment plan with an activist role to spur prosperity and reduce inflation, while resisting new taxes and facing defense and welfare reform pushes.
The Interior Department charged a Kentucky coal mine disaster that killed 38 men last month stemmed from use of illegal explosives and blasting methods, plus inadequate coal dust control. Findings sent to the Justice Department for possible criminal prosecution. civil penalties possible for mine operators. Disaster occurred Dec 30 near Hyden, Kentucky at a mine owned by Charles and Stanley Finley.
Johannesburg AP report fears hundreds dead as Cyclone Felice devastates Quelimane area in Mozambique. Pilots describe the town as islanded by floodwaters, with palm tree tops submerged over 20 feet during the disaster along the Indian Ocean coast 200 miles from Beira.
A blizzard warning covers northern Iowa and may extend statewide as a potent storm from North Dakota nears. Strong north winds 30 to 50 mph blast the state with colder air, light snow, and near blizzard conditions, especially in the northeast. Overnight lows plunge from 5 to 10 above in the south to 5 below in the north.
Major General Samuel Koster had all charges dropped by Lt. Gen. Jonathan Seaman over My Lai cover up allegations. The Pentagon said five specifications lacked evidence while two had limited support showing no report of civilian casualties and incomplete initial investigation. Koster led the Americal division during My Lai and later commanded West Point before his Fort Meade assignment. Other officers remain under or facing charges related to the My Lai case.
Secretary Rogers warned of a critical period in withdrawing U S troops from South Vietnam and said the United States would do whatever is necessary to prevent enemy forces from massing strength for attacks. Four Mt Washington climbers missing since Tuesday were found safe and in good condition near the summit.
A playful remark notes relief at not receiving the full scope of government funded by taxes. It credits humor with contrasting government size and personal experience, referencing everyday life and citizen expectations.
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