16 Jul 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1992
Page
1
Frank Lundak of Traer spent over five years perfecting a button box accordion. The device will play a key role in Traer’s 18th Annual Czech Folk Fest this weekend. Details on page 1B.
A Lisbon couple gave an anonymous 100000 dollar gift to their school district to support matching funds linked to a prior 1 million dollar donation. Details appear on page 3B.
A researcher warns that world food demand could quadruple by 2050 and urges changes in farming practices to feed future generations. Details on page 6D.
Urbana-born Cal Eldred was promoted from the Denver Zephyrs to the Milwaukee Brewers. He is slated for his major league debut Monday with a record shot to prove his mettle. Details on page 1D.
A light quip notes that following conscience as a guide can lead one into unfamiliar, adventurous paths. The joke plays on the idea of moral navigation venturing beyond familiar territory.
Priscilla Steele, 40, artist and printmaker, earns an MFA from the University of Iowa and unveils a one woman exhibition at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art this May. The piece reflects her pursuit of perfection as a working artist and mother.
Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton celebrates today's nomination after a hard fought primary season. The crowd roars as Clinton secures 3,372 delegates to Brown and Tsongas, with Texas Governor Ann Richards presiding to confirm the nomination by acclamation. Clinton greets supporters with Hillary and Chelsea nearby.
17 year old Joseph Crish of rural Cedar Rapids received probation after pleading guilty to a May 6 drunken driving crash that killed a Mount Mercy College student. He must perform 300 hours of community service and speak to school groups about the incident to warn other youths.
A 425 foot tower owned by Communications Engineering Co. toppled in Cedar Rapids, killing one and injuring two. Local officials say no local state or federal rules govern tower construction or inspection, though the Telecommunications Industry Association suggests volunteer standards for wind loads ice and foundations.
Des Moines officials chase about 680000 in false corporate income tax refunds tied to Lisa M. Leslie a Knoxville woman and a small group suspected in a long running scheme. Leslie faces criminal investigation with DCI Polk County and repayment actions ongoing. The department halted corporate refunds and tightened procedures after the irregularities.
Regents President Marvin Pomerantz urged increasing faculty teaching by 30 to 40 percent at Iowa’s three public universities over four years. University leaders note plans to measure teaching productivity and report by December, amid national debate on faculty workloads and the role of graduate and part time instructors.
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