15 Jul 1988
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1988
Page
1
In a Page 6B update, area leaders discuss restoring bus service to small towns. Officials cite funding options and community needs as driving factors for resuming routes, with residents hopeful for reliable transportation and school access.
Dwayne Dahnke, 60, of Coralville, says he may retire early after sharing half of a 4.48 million Lotto prize with Gary Oswald, a 28 year old dairy farmer who used ear tag numbers from his cows to pick winning digits.
A light humorous quip compares life to a crowded garage sale where a moose head stands out. The playful line invites a smile at the absurdity of everyday moments.
President Ronald Reagan urged quick congressional action on comprehensive drought relief for all farmers and crops. He spoke to about 1200 at Palmer College in Davenport after Senate and House panels advanced a $5.5 billion package as Illinois crops suffered drought impact during his Davenport stop.
The report highlights congressional progress on drought-relief legislation with the focus on policy actions and expected impacts. Local note from Guernsey hopes Fun Day is canceled due to weather. Weather outlook discusses rain chances through the coming week and potential effects on events and daily life.
Shelters set up in Cedar Rapids urge residents to seek relief as heat rises. HACAP official warns elderly must spend four hours daily in air conditioning to avoid dangerous internal temperature rise. Geriatric nurse notes seniors are especially vulnerable when outdoor temps reach or exceed 98.6 degrees.
Iowa Electric Light and Power reports a 1,300 megawatt peak, surpassing the 1987 record as temperatures soar. An unofficial peak by Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric at 163 megawatts accompanies a voluntary energy conservation alert amid ongoing outages and a metering doubt.
At the United Nations Bush accused Iran of bearing responsibility for the July 3 incident that killed 290 aboard Iran Air Flight 655. He defended the Vincennes cruiser and urged a cease fire between Iran and Iraq, calling the Iranian accusation offensive and absurd.
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