29 Jun 1987
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1987
Page
1
A political feature on Kaul outlines Bradley’s optimistic outlook for his future in public life. The piece highlights Kaul’s influence, early career steps, and possible roles he may pursue as he builds connections within the party.
An airline steward’s suspicions when a passenger spent 45 minutes in a lavatory led to the arrest of a man for sawing a hole in the bathroom wall to steal cocaine valued at 3.5 million dollars. The incident prompted a police investigation aboard the flight.
A lighthearted quip notes that those who boast about their wealth or success frequently encounter a rude correction or setback. The line invites a cheeky reminder to temper vanity with humility.
Egypt approved to manufacture the United States M 1A1 Abrams tank at a new Nile Delta facility north of Cairo. Defense minister Abdul-Halim Abu Ghazala pushed the project with Mubarak support to boost Egypt as a regional arms hub, potentially producing 1,000 to 1,500 units. The move may draw criticism over sensitive technology transfers and Israel security concerns.
Roh Tae Woo, chairman of South Korea's ruling party, proposes amending the constitution to allow direct presidential elections and restoring political rights, with a plan to implement before Chun Doo Hwan's term ends. He warns he will resign if Chun rejects the plan.
The Harris poll finds only about one in eight marriages ends in divorce and roughly 2 percent dissolve each year, challenging the longtime claim that half of American marriages fail. A Census statistician backs the critique, noting the figure ignores key qualifications.
Dennis Thurman, new superintendent of the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School in Vinton, says the institution should be seen as an alternative to failure and plans a historic homecoming inviting all graduates. He replaces fired longtime leader Richard DeMott and oversees about 60 blind students and 95 staff.
Barbara Kiser recovered her husband’s scorched Bible amid the wreckage of the Stark after the Iraqi missile attack that killed 37 crew members. She spoke to the Florida Times Union in Bahrain where she and their son stayed during repairs. She forgave the Iraqi pilot and said faith gives her strength.
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