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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1983
Page
3
Max Urich takes over as Iowa State athletic director and outlines strong views on television and college sports. The story notes ongoing speculation about an official announcement, with coverage in the pages shown.
Ray Leidigh closes Leidighs Standard Service on First Ave NE after 37 years in Cedar Rapids. Five full-time and three part-time workers lose their jobs as Amoco plans a future self service and grocery store combo at the site. Leidigh recalls selling gas at six gallons for 96 cents and 12 cent gas wars, while noting loyal customers and his wife Dorothy kept the business alive. He plans a Canadian fishing trip this month and winters in the South.
The Supreme Court agreed to review a federal ruling granting Anthony Erthel Williams a new trial for the 1968 strangling of Pamela Powers, a 10 year old from Urbandale. The 8th Circuit had awarded a third trial after finding police misled Williams into guiding authorities to the body.
The Neighbors section corrects the Sporty Lady run date to June 11 for women. Details and complaints about accuracy may be directed to the Sporty Lady at Lindale Mall or by calling The Gazette at 398 8313.
Linn County reports a 12 month surplus of 20635 from its self insurance plan, far below the 145000 expected. Increased family coverage after open enrollment raised medical claims to 661952, yet total payouts reached 740690 including fees and stop loss costs.
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