We Don't Concentrate Enough on Individuality
Mike Deupree reports on Cedar Rapids Human Rights Commission executive secretary Ralph Coty who argues discrimination is an irrational stereotype based on classifying people into groups. Coty, 25, became executive secretary June 25 after assisting Rev. William Cotton since 1970 and notes three evolving concepts of discrimination over 30 years.
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City Hall Notes on discrimination through the ages
A Cedar Rapids discussion traces the evolution from intent based to disparate impact discrimination. Coty notes the shift in enforcement, tests and job requirements, and the challenge of changing attitudes while highlighting housing and promotion biases. He emphasizes institutional focus and real progress hinges on society taking the concept seriously.
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Legion State Meet Expected 1000 Attendees at Iowa Convention
The American Legion Iowa convention convenes Friday at the Roosevelt hotel with about 1000 Legionnaires expected. Notable speakers include Raymond J. Novak Governor Robert D. Ray and Donald Johnson. Parade Friday at 7 with dance at 9. weekend events cover caucuses mass drum corps junior color guards and services.
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Donald Johnson
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Kingston Stadium
Neighbor Recovers Stolen Freezer In Odd Allegation
In Oroville California Michael Martin told deputies a freezer stolen from his porch was seen in a neighbor's yard. He listed foods inside to prove ownership, and deputies questioned the neighbor who claimed he bought the freezer from two men offering it for sale.
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UPI
Michael Martin
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Wearing Ties Dates To 17th Century War
The necktie origin traces to a Croatian victory in the 17th century Turkish Austrian wars. Croats serving Austria were hailed in Paris after defeating the Turks, inspiring Parisians who adopted the flowing linen scarves as cravats in the soldiers’ honor.
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Nutrition Ranks Second to Price in Homemaker Buying
New York AP report on Hoffman La Roche research shows nutrition factors tied to price as most influence homemakers. The study finds breakfast deemed most important and needing nutritional improvement, with homemakers purchasing about 90 percent of family food.
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Edi
Hoffman-La Roche, Inc
John W. Gage
Nevada Highway Fund Receives Interim $94 Million Boost
A Nevada highway fund official said the fund, once down to 63 cents, will receive $94 million in interim federal funds from Congress. Grant Bastian, state highway engineer, warned workers they were sweating the shortfall two weeks earlier.
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