27 Jul 1978
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1978
Page
1
Two educators express interest in replacing James Redmond in the Iowa Senate. The campaign topic centers on term length and political experience as coverage notes a six year tenure debate. The article appears on page 4A with broader context on page 14A in the same edition.
A conservative Illinois Republican announces plans to run for president in what could shape early campaign dynamics. The statement signals a prominent entry into the race as GOP figures weigh potential paths to the nomination.
The Cedar Rapids Airport Commission voted to plan a new terminal rather than remodel. Estimated at 17.9 million dollars for a new facility versus 17.3 million to upgrade, with bonds likely and federal funding possible for runways. Only Cedar Rapids residents would vote on the bond.
A gondola ride at Six Flags over Mid America near Eureka Missouri slipped from a tower support and plunged to the ground. Two girls and a man died and another girl was critically injured. About 60 riders were stranded for up to four hours before all were rescued.
State Sen. Bob Rush asked Gov. Ray for clarification on reports that weapons and wire taps were known to the governor’s office. The timeline centers on Kenneth Jernigan, then director of the Commission for the Blind, and a chain of communication from Kathleen Carley to Glen Anderson.
Police arrested Curtis Foshe 18 of 1301 19th Ave SW after a night chase across Johnson Linn and Iowa counties. He faces multiple traffic charges amid a raid on speeding and radar equipment debates.
The American Postal Workers Union advisory committee voted 29 to 15 to reject the three year 19.5 percent wage and cost of living package. It left final say to some 300,000 members, potentially triggering a nationwide strike if rejected. Wildcat walkouts had erupted in California and New Jersey after the pact was reached in Washington.
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