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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1989
Page
1
A back page feature highlights Elkader's landmark receiving a new spot of honor. The story notes community pride and a planned ceremony at the site, with details about the location and participants expected to attend.
Three friends embarked on a six year project to restore the pipe organ at Theatre Cedar Rapids. They work collaboratively to rebuild mechanical and electronic components, aiming to revive the historic instrument for concerts and community events.
State officials praise a pact letting out of state drivers keep traveling on a promise to pay traffic fines. Fran Allison of Kukla Fran Ollie fame to be buried in Cedar Rapids next week. New clean air standards could raise rates for Iowa Electric Light and Power Co. customers. Linn County Landfill to start accepting waste motor oil for recycling on July 17.
Iowa savings and loan institutions reinforce the national upturn as the first quarter of 1989 closes. Strong lending activity and higher deposits uplift regional results alongside broader industry gains reported on page 6B.
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 105-97 to win the NBA championship, securing the title in a dramatic series conclusion. Star players led the Pistons as they seized control early and held on for the victory.
Iowa farmers struggle with crop injury linked to drought intensified carryover effects from herbicides. The report cites acres affected and ongoing testing by ag extension services to identify resistant strains and advise remediation. Authorities urge careful chemical planning and monitoring weather patterns to limit future losses.
A humorous line notes that the Miranda Act has little to do with wearing fruit on the head, offering a light quip about police training and odd accessories.
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in North Buena Vista will host its annual picnic without a beer tent after dram shop insurance was canceled following last year's incidents. Three accidents, one fatal, led to lawsuits and settlements totaling $250,000. The parish, serving 155 residents, drew about 10,000 attendees and 240 kegs previously.
University of Iowa President Hunter Rawlings wins support from the Big Ten Council of Ten to push national action making freshmen ineligible in college football and basketball. Commissioner Jim Delany will seek a conference wide approach, with Rawlings pledging unilateral Iowa action if nationwide rules fail in three years.
President Bush vetoed the minimum wage bill minutes after it crossed to him from Congress aboard Air Force One. House and Senate leaders moved to override, but faces two-thirds margins unlikely to pass. The vote had passed 63 to 37 in the Senate and was seen as swift and symbolic in the House.
The Bush administration pledged to add diplomats to handle visa requests from Chinese citizens fleeing unrest. A State Department official said most requests may be granted, while authorities pressed China to permit Fang Lizhi and Li Shuxian to leave the Beijing embassy. Authorities expanded a manhunt for pro democracy leaders and misreported a hunger strike, with arrests and broadcasts across state media.
Kraft General Foods halts its Ready to Roll promotion amid a Cook County class action. A left half and right half game piece pairing promised prizes including 8000 free cheese packages and 500 skateboards, but more than 100 winners could be involved and Kraft is evaluating next steps.
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