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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1977
Page
4
A Port Grimaud feature exposes a constructed seaside district with fake fisher cottages and ersatz medieval fronts. Tourists report a surreal feel as they approach the Mediterranean coast, noting staged terracotta roofs and stylized streets in a planned community.
In Morristown Pa a dog named Curly Bonner is billed 484 for school taxes on property valued at 3 500. The case highlights a mistaken listing in a telephone directory linking Curly to James Bonner. The mix up reflects local bureaucratic error and humorous misdirection about Port Grimaud in Europe. The feature notes the illusion of the postcard town and its architect Francois Spoerry amid controversy.
The Senate passed a resolution praising First Lady Rosalynn Carter for a brilliant display of knowledge on sensitive issues during her Latin America tour. Senator Harrison Williams noted spouses are often limited to ceremonial roles, adding Carter has broken that mold with clear, effective communication of U.S. concerns.
Hawkeye Area Boy Scout council announces bus service from Cedar Rapids and Marion to Camp Waubeek for day camp July 11 15 for Temaque North Star and Wapsiketa districts and July 18 22 for Wauhawk in Iowa City park. Registration already 324 with more space. Train guides underway as district programs prepare and leaders finalize plans.
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