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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1980
Page
1
Department chains raise interest on cards as readers are told to expect higher costs. The notice mentions a sports and travel show opening Thursday at Five Seasons Center lasting four days. The House plans to elect a new speaker in mid term Monday morning, a first in history.
A reader note from Page 12A quotes a concert observer calling ZZ Top a "little ol' band from Texas." The piece frames the act as a regional highlight amid broader arts coverage.
A veteran educator has taught across most Cedar Rapids schools, gaining wide experience and numerous assignments as featured in the Picture Page.
C R Washington and Ames swim strong as Kennedy presses leaders in the state meet. Nation page notes three Iowans testify in the trial of an accused sex-slayer. Olympic related speed record set Friday despite games ending Sunday.
A compact proverb themed piece cites wisdom about when to speak and when to stay silent. It offers guidance on restraint and thoughtful communication in everyday situations, aligning with a timeless ethic of measured discourse.
Agriculture Secretary Bergland announced that the United States will not pay farmers to divert grain fields this year despite widespread Iowa opposition. Leaders Raimed by Rep Grassley and Sen Culver warn such a move could worsen overproduction and farm debt while officials say strong demand elsewhere and tight stocks justify the stance.
Milwaukee railroad exits most of Iowa as bankruptcy court signals possible liquidation. About 180 Cedar Rapids area workers face layoff while Milwaukee II consolidates core operations to Kansas City route and remaining grain lines. Veteran employees reminisce as last freight departs for Savanna Illinois.
Milwaukee rail service halted between Paralta and Monticello disrupts industry reliance. Sunday Gazette will explore how affected businesses adapt to the changes and seek new arrangements.
The ICC grants 30 day temporary authority for Illinois Central Gulf and Crandic to operate over Milwaukee Road tracks from Cedar Rapids to Marion and Cedar Rapids to Middle Amana. Chicago and North Western gains service rights in Tama, with Milwaukee continuing some segments until March 10 while a purchase agreement with North Western is pursued.
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