Stoner forecasts GOP wins in Iowa legislature
Republican leader Tom Stoner, in Cedar Rapids with 20 party officials, predicts Republicans will seize control of both Iowa chambers this fall. He notes past GOP candidate shortfalls, cites current 61-39 house and 26-24 senate gaps, and cites April 2 filing deadline with nominating via convention possible.
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Stoner
Cedar Rapids
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Frances Palmer
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Senate
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U.S. Congress
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Army Moves into Beirut Hotel District and Port
Lebanese government forces backed by Syria moved into Beirut’s hotel district commercial center and port area to reassert control after months of sectarian fighting. The operation followed a cease-fire and included attempts to curb looting. Syrian security actions in eastern Lebanon led to the desertion of Lt. Ahmed Khatib and his troops, with Damascus taking charge of court martial for the case. In Washington, Jack Ford begins work for a travel firm as director of youth marketing and programs, with salary details to be negotiated.
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Lebanon
Syria
Armistice Commission
Ahmed Khatib
Khatib
An Nahar
Washington
Jack Ford
Sheila Weidenfeld
Young Ford
United States
Utah State University
Jack
Security’s Price Delays At Airports
FAA considers pre flight luggage X rays after the LaGuardia bombing to tighten security. Tests at several airports may cause travelers to arrive up to three hours early as officials weigh the impact on flight schedules. Critics call the plan drastic and unlikely to be adopted.
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UPI
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LaGuardia
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John McLucas
McLucas
Ford
Jefferson Parish Considers Naming Street Dock Between Hickory and Dickory
The Jefferson Parish council in Harahan Louisiana weighs naming the street between Hickory and Dickory Dock. The proposal aims to reflect the nautical pun and local location in a formal street designation.
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Dickory
Harahan
UPI
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Jefferson Parish
Kidney danger signals and the promise of relief
A vintage advertisement warns of kidney trouble showing as backache and waking nights. It touts “Bukets” as a gentle aid to regulate passage and claims you will feel good again or get your 59 cents back in 12 hours. Available at all drug counters.
Boston Board Certifies Private White School
The Boston school committee voted 5-0 to certify Parkway Academy in West Roxbury, allowing its 120 students to be officially reported within the district. About 650 students attend two other private schools awaiting approval. figures for three more homes are unavailable. Police found explosives and bomb making instructions at a Dorchester student’s home as officials consider prosecution.
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Boston School Committee
Parkway Academy
West Roxbury
Elvira Palladino
Boston Public School
Boston Trade School
Dorchester
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