Reagan Wins House Vote To Resume Nicaragua Aid
The House approved 248 to 184 an amendment by Robert Michel to authorize 27 million in non lethal aid to anti Sandinista rebels in Nicaragua, following Senate approval of a 38 million package. The move signals a major policy shift with a likely House Senate conference to reconcile versions.
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Lee Hamilton
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Iowa survey sparks jokes across states
Iowa Development Commission publicized a quality of life survey claiming Iowa is the best place to live based on 23 factors. Journalists in Illinois and New Mexico mocked the results, while Iowa officials defend the study and note its national attention.
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Houdini escape stalls Linn County escapee
Clifford Grother III, 28, escaped handcuffs during a prisoner transport from Linn County Jail to the courthouse. Police and deputies hunted him Wednesday evening, as Grother faces charges of theft and lascivious acts with a 3 year old, plus parole violation and prior arson and burglary convictions. He is also accused of stealing a USPS desk from a Johnson Avenue NW loading dock.
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Today’s Chuckle Fables A Prince Of Proper Marital Rituals
A humorous line notes that some old fashioned marriages resemble worship with wives presenting burnt offerings to their husbands nightly as a playful exaggeration. The remark echoes a dated gender dynamic in a light mockery tone.
Pin striping on Van Horne fire truck sparks fuss
In Van Horne Iowa a pin striping drawing of a naked woman inside a rear compartment of a new fire truck drew mixed reactions. Diana Simoens a council member and taxpayer objected while Mayor Wayne Demme said it was a lighthearted misstep by firefighters.
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