Linn County weighs buying Handicapped Systems Workshop building
Supervisors back a purchase over lease for the Handicapped Systems Workshop at 1901 First Avenue Corp. The $1.3 million facility in the 1000 block of Sixth Ave SE would be bought with bonds, pending voter approval. Buying could save about $41,000 annually and end lease options, though 60 percent approval may be required. Commissioner Joe Rinas championed the ownership plan.
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Handicapped Systems
Linn County Supervisors
First Avenue Corp
Sixth Ave. SE
Carter reshuffles Cabinet as mass resignations occur
The Carter administration prompts a wave of cabinet and senior staff resignations labeled a Tuesday massacre in Oslo. James Schlesinger leaves as defense secretary for the second time, with Hamilton Jordan rumored as White House chief of staff. Critics warn of instability while supporters see a controlled show of leadership.
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Oslo
Norway
Carter
White House
James Schlesinger
Ford
Defense
Cain
Georgia
Hamilton Jordan
Oversold four wheel truck pull at Hawkeye Downs draws ire
Letter criticizes the July 14 Cedar Four Wheelers Club event at Hawkeye Downs for being oversold and poorly managed. It cites traffic and parking problems, issued tickets, and high costs for unavailable seats, blaming manager Emmons and the Fair Board.
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Hawkeye Downs
Cedar Four Wheelers Club
Illinois
Emmons
Fair Board
Lousy truck pull at Hawkeye Downs prompts reader complaint
A reader critiques the July 14 truck pull at Hawkeye Downs for overselling and crowding the track. They cite illegal crowding on the field, insufficient security, poor refreshments, and lack of restroom supplies, noting attendees traveled long distances and calling the event misadvertised.
Letter to the editor from a Cedar Rapidian
A Cedar Rapidian writes in strong disapproval about a recent event and predicts lower future attendance. The letter expresses disgust and fears fewer families will participate, suggesting shared public sentiment.
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Cedar Rapidian
Disgust at Hawkeye Downs truck pull mishandling
A reader blasts Hawkeye Downs for a poorly managed truck pull with overcrowded seating and inadequate security. They claim fences and pits allowed unsafe crowding, false advertising of vehicles, and warn others to avoid future events.
Money and meaning beyond wealth in a reflective essay
A columnist argues money cannot buy life’s deepest values listing faith love friendship hope and health as priceless gifts. It cites Howard Hughes as a warning that riches do not ensure happiness and urges readers to value creation nature and the hereafter over treasure.
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Earth
Marketing vs Innovation Detroit clings to oversized gas guzzlers
The piece argues the domestic auto industry clings to full size models despite rising gas prices and stronger imports. It notes GM Ford and Chrysler resisted compact cars, promoted large models like Oldsmobile Delta 88, and warned that surging imports plus new fuel economy standards forced a shift only reluctantly.
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Washington
General Motors Corp
Big
Ford
Chrysler
Oldsmobile
Carter Retreat Frames Energy Speech Amid Confidence Crisis
The article reports President Carter’s 10 day Camp David retreat with senior journalists to discuss his state of the union address. It notes a waning public trust across U S institutions, his cautious strategy to engage more with the people and leadership doubts, and Rosalynn Carter’s prominent influence at the White House.
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Congress
Washington
Carter
Camp David
State of the Union
Vienna
Japan
Korea
Mr. Carter
Rosalynn
Macbeth
Lady Macbeth
White House
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Louis Harris
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By Robert Walters
Ford Motor Co
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Germany
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New Stanton, Pa
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Honda
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