Laetrile controversy grows as Iowa eyes legalization
The Iowa Gazette reports Laetrile, marketed as a cancer cure, is banned by the FDA yet available in stores in Cedar Rapids and across Iowa. A 50 tablet sale for 45 dollars illustrated how easily it can be obtained, while FDA officials note limited enforcement and legal penalties for sale.
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Twelve Hanafi followers found guilty in Washington siege
Twelve Hanafi Moslems were convicted on 139 counts including armed kidnapping and second degree murder after a 39 hour siege of downtown buildings in Washington. Hamaas Abdul Khaalis and two followers were found guilty of murder in the Williams case. Sentencing set for Sept. 6 with possible life terms for all defendants.
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Citywide traffic light plan revealed in stages
City officials disclosed last week that the computer controlled light system for First avenue is only the initial step toward a broader citywide network subject to funding. The Trend section on page 1B also covers the full scope and the reasons behind the plan.
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Weather outlook with showers and storms possible today
Cloudy in the region with a chance of showers and thunderstorms today and tonight. Partly cloudy Monday with highs in the upper 80s today and lower 80s Monday. overnight lows mid 60s. Copyright notice appears at end.
Two C R Men Drown In Johnson Iowa
Two Cedar Rapids men drowned in the Iowa River in Johnson County after boating accidents. Thomas J. Sojka 30 of 1334 Tenth Street NW was thrown from his boat Friday night north of Iowa City. Gene McHugh 40 of 618 Eighth Street NW was thrown into the river when a two boat collision south of Jolly Roger boat docks. Deputy reports say Sova swam to shore while Sojka disappeared.
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Ex-Convict Charged in Mass Murder
Ex-convict Lorne J. Acquin, 27, was arrested and charged with nine counts of murder in connection with the Beaudoin family killings in Connecticut. He will be arraigned in Waterbury court, held on 250000 dollar bond, and autopsies on the children proceed as authorities pursue more details.
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Slaughter at Iowa Farm Leaves Kitten Survivor
A farm seven miles southeast of Belle Plaine saw a brutal animal slayings attack by vandals described as real sickies. A cat and four dogs were killed and a dog throat slit while a kitten survived, hidden behind furniture. Phyllis Main and her three children live on the farm, with authorities noting four motorcycles in the area and a shooting that occurred about 11:30 p.m. Wednesday. Main had been in Linn county jail for a license charge when the incident happened and was released Thursday.
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