Wings of Freedom Tour B 17 Impresses Crowds in Iowa
Private pilot Jim Harley piloted the B 17 from Kansas City to Cedar Rapids during the Wings of Freedom Tour. The bomber, capable of 5000 pounds of bombs and heavy wartime gear, draws crowds for living history. A B 24 also tours. flights cost 400 dollars with six to nine passengers.
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World War II bombers at Eastern Iowa Airport display
The Collings Foundation B 17 and B 24 will be on display at The Eastern Iowa Airport general aviation ramp from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday. Walk through tours cost 8 for adults and 4 for children. Flights cost 400 per person. Reservations: (386) 451 9508.
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Reform Party Iowa Sees Funding Struggles and Extremist Split
In 1998 Reform Party activity in Iowa centers on Web site ventures and fundraising. James Hennager won 0.5 percent of the vote while party chair William Meyers quits over radical, extremist Christian leanings. Web site income and donations sustain limited operations but mid May funds show only 7.52 dollars, with penalties and rent looming. Meyers says the party will not grow with that faction.
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Kuwait election widens gap for women suffrage supporters
In Kuwait weekend elections Islamist and pro Cabinet blocs maintain control of Parliament. Liberals backing women’s voting rights suffer major losses as 21 seats go to fundamentalists, 14 to pro Cabinet, 3 to liberals, 12 to independents in the 50-member chamber.
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