Iowa approves Northern Pipeline route through nine counties
The Iowa Commerce Commission approved Northern Pipeline Co. of Delaware Inc to run pipe through nine northeastern counties. The decision hinges on public necessity and safety, with condemnation rights linked to a reasonable need, while weighing environmental review and possible reliance on the Northern Tier plan for Midwest oil supplies.
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Army Corps of Engineers
National Biocentric Inc
Koch
Pay raise disparity at GWAEA raises protest by staff
Management staff at the Grant Wood Area Education Agency will get averages of 7.9 percent raise while psychologists, consultants, and support staff get 7 percent. The GWAEA Education Association protests the gap, arguing it harms credibility as a two year contract nears completion. The board plans to address the disparity when possible as White House guidelines shift to higher raises for unions.
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Industry Accuses Hoarding Amid Gasoline Shortage
The report cites Exxon and Texaco officials defending supply efforts while a government-Industry study reveals crude oil imports rose 6.8 percent year over year, gasoline stocks fell from 245.6 to 220.1 million barrels, and refinery utilization hovered around 83.6 to 87.2 percent in early 1979, highlighting underused capacity and hidden inventories.
Doug Carlson Key Architect of 1980 Iowa GOP Convention
The piece credits Doug Carlson of the Linn County Republican Central Committee as the principal organizer and driving force behind bringing the 1980 state Republican presidential convention to Cedar Rapids. It highlights his extensive work to promote Cedar Rapids and the Five Seasons Civic Center to the Republican State Central Committee and aims to make the convention the best ever for Iowa Republicans.
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Linn County Republican Central Committee
Cedar Rapids
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Five Seasons Civic Center
Republican State Central Committee
Iowa
Letter to the Editor on faith and political fitness
The writer argues faith remains a guiding light despite opposition. He cites Jesus’s sacrifice and quotes Psalm 119 105 while urging readers to focus on spiritual values. The piece then critiques Capitol Hill figures Senator Culver and Senator Kennedy, urging a healthier lifestyle and skepticism toward regulation driven bills. The tone targets political figures and blends religious reflection with political commentary.
Outlooks by DeVere Hirt Highlighted by The Gazette
The Gazette presents Outlooks articles by DeVere Hirt of Coralville. The writer refrains from claiming exceptional ability yet notes a 45 year acquaintance with the subject. The Statue of Liberty’s beacon in New York Harbor remains a striking image as night birds collide with its glass and fall unconscious.
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Weighty politics visit to Cedar Rapids draws crowds
Senators visited Cedar Rapids to address the local barrister group as pro and con factions protested outside. The report notes two striking points about the senior senator including his considerable weight and a sense of busyness in a crowded political scene.
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Cedar Rapids
Cautious expansion urged as public backs nuclear power
A nationwide ABC News Harris survey finds 53 percent of Americans favor building more nuclear plants despite oil price rises and Three Mile Island concerns. Public support fluctuates but the majority backs expansion with tighter safety oversight and more NRC inspections.
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