30 Jun 1988
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1988
Page
1
Authorities link a marijuana operation near Maquoketa to a cocaine swap found in Georgia after the driver disclosed the deal. The report ties drugs and a cross state exchange to ongoing law enforcement investigations.
A light humor item notes that when given three wishes you should spend one on a good lawyer to free you from the other two. The gag centers on clever legal help rather than magical outcomes.
The Supreme Court by 7-1 rules independent counsels constitutional and not an executive power disruption clearing the path for prosecutions of Oliver North John Poindexter and aides Michael Deaver and Lyn Nofziger in the Iran-Contra matter. The ruling preserves Congress authority and ends a legal cloud on the prosecutions.
The Supreme Court overturned a Clinton mans conviction after Iowa's screen testimony law protected victims of sexual assault. Iowa officials vow to pursue conforming legislation to shield victims from courtroom trauma while upholding the aim of victim protection.
Iowa rain showers totaling over two inches postponed the Farm Progress Hay Expo near Waterloo. Primghar and Shell Rock saw 2.38 and 2.3 inches with widespread lower totals across the state. Forecaster Scott Truett said drought conditions persist despite the break and the 6-to-10 day outlook trends near stationary.
The 16th Avenue SW bridge over the Cedar River is largely demolished after Schmidt Instruction Co. used a crane and wrecking wall to drop most of the dilapidated span into the river. City Engineer Dick Ransom cited weakened piers and pressure on remaining spans as causes. One arch remains. rubble removal will take weeks. Construction of a new $2 million bridge is slated to begin in early September and finish next summer.
Three uniformed Secret Service officers at the White House and two NSC clerical workers are relieved as the cocaine investigation continues. No security breaches linked to NSC staff were found. charges possible for others. Reagan officials pursue tougher anti drug measures amid the probe.
Four Oaks Treatment Center will open a day care and counseling program at Eden United Church of Christ in Cedar Rapids. Up to 24 children aged 2 to 6 and their parents will receive services to prevent abuse recurrence, with parental involvement and coping skills coaching. The program aims to provide respite for caregivers and monitor progress while noting recent loss of county funds supporting prior efforts.
A newspaper snippet states the program serves children who have been or are at risk of abuse and have special needs, focusing on emotional and behavioral difficulties. The wording highlights support for at risk youths and the targeted care approach.
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