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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1982
Page
1
Milwaukee vendor Richard Seaman debuts Cow Pies at the fair concession stand. The fried apple cider batter pastries sell for 1.25 with 25 cent senior discounts and a free pie for seniors with a parent. Seaman notes growing national fair attendance but lower spending.
A list of blue ribbon winners from the All-Iowa Fair pantry and food exhibits includes Diane Lawrence of Marion and Debbie Boyd of Robins for vegetables, juices, beets, jams, and jellies. Judith Boyd of Robins. Helen Griffen of Solon. and numerous others such as Joyce Sindelar, Emma Buresch, and Diane Lawrence in yeast breads, cakes, candies, cookies, pies, and foods for teens and children.
The Gazette poll at Hawkeye Downs shows Lt. Gov. Terry Branstad leading Roxanne Conlin in governor balloting with 277 to 260 votes over two days. Voters also favored sin taxes over other revenue options, with 175 supporting alcohol and tobacco increases and 126 backing higher sales taxes.
A Monday schedule lists 8 a.m. open breeding sheep judging at Show Arena followed by 9 a.m. American Quarter Horse Show at Horse Arena. The day features Liebel Circus at Mall area, Korky the Clown performances, bovine judging, and teens on the mall with events across Grandstand and Mall spaces.
The second New Start session will be held Tuesday at 8 30 a m in Iowa Hall at Kirkwood Community College. The free program aids adults starting or continuing a degree with discussions on career choices finances study planning and scheduling. Registration options include 398 5412 and toll free 1 800 332 8166.
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