01 Jul 1978
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1978
Page
1
A family in Iowa City enjoys cycling through Eastern Iowa even as birds divebomb along county roads. The article offers repair tips to save time and effort and previews Fourth of July happenings in Eastern Iowa plus travel advice for Wisconsin fishing trips.
A Cedar Rapids group urges lower electric rates as part of a broader discussion on local utility costs. The note refers readers to Page 9A for a story about the group. It also mentions Buster and heat relief on Page 5A and a question about religious education for mentally retarded adults at a Cedar Rapids Lutheran church on Page 8A.
A brief reader note on page 10A contrasts the new film Convoy with Smoky and the Bandit, finding little resemblance and noting the review perspective. Page 11A highlights Heaven Can Wait as a delightful fantasy.
The page highlights state comparisons with Texas leading in multiple categories. It notes farmer price stabilization on Page 5B and reports Texas officials discovering three young children living in a cage on Page 5B. A 6 month old Milnickel survives two open heart surgeries. Page 5B. A UN document seeks to avert human self extinction. Page 3A. Vice President Mondale drew reactions in Jerusalem. Page 5B. White Sox appoint a new manager on Page 1B. Willie McCovey belts his 500th homer on Page 2B. Billy shines in softball on Page 2B.
Thunderstorms expected today with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and tonight’s lows mid 60s. Sunday will be partly cloudy and less humid with a cooler feel across the area.
Attorney General Griffin Bell remains opposed to turning over files on FBI informants despite a New York judge threatening contempt. Justice Department spokesman Terrence Adamson said Bell will not release the documents until a final appellate ruling, even if that means jail. The department plans to appeal the order, arguing the issue is technical and not a personal defiance of the law. Bell has left for Atlanta and will travel to Australia on July 10 for lectures and events.
Andrea Hultman and Mark Anderson join carnival games during Keota Fun Days weekend festivities. The piece notes fairs and festivals across Eastern Iowa and nearby areas, with the Weekend Ramble on Page 4A offering a broader preview for travelers.
A Mister Softee ice cream truck exploded during lunchtime in lower Manhattan injuring about 130 people. Police investigated bomb and faulty compressor theories while fire officials questioned a blast cause as hospitals treated victims, with many in critical condition and no deaths reported.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission ordered an indefinite construction delay at the Seabrook nuclear plant in New Hampshire on a 2 to 1 vote to preserve its option to pursue alternatives. The move sparked chants from more than 150 anti nuclear protesters outside NRC headquarters, while officials cautioned the site may not be abandoned and projected daily suspension costs around $500,000.
The Gazette runs a biennial straw poll at its Exhibition Hall booth through next Saturday. Voters may choose Democratic or Republican for U S Senate and Governor and mark party only for Congress, with county of residence. Visitors get a metric stick, photo contest prizes, and a chance at a portable TV.
Bishop Buffets Inc. faced a chocolate ambrosia pie shortage after Standard Brands changed the pudding mix and discontinued Dutch cocoa without notice. Ed Bartz said a new batch of the original formula is shipped and pie should be back next week. The episode followed a large outdoor advertising push for the pie.
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