Muskie says wife vetoed 1972 vice presidential bid
In a retrospective interview Senator Edmund S. Muskie recalled that his wife Jane blocked his acceptance of the Democratic vice presidential slot in 1972 after George McGovern offered it. He said the family’s tolerance for national politics wore thin and emphasized the decision was correct.
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Muskie Reflects on Press, Primaries and Democratic Split
Former senator George Muskie discusses press pressure during the New Hampshire primary, portraying coverage as defamatory to his campaign. He recalls crying, criticizes the press narrative on victories, and warns of a Democratic schism unless party factions learn to communicate and find common ground.
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Muskie Refuses to Rule Out Future Plans
Senator Muskie says he has ruled out only a repetition of the last four years and will focus on remaining a senator. He recalls the campaign hoopla and crowds who told him he could have united people, noting many speaking engagements this fall.
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Cedar Rapids Sees Quiet February With Light Rainfall
Dry February in Cedar Rapids recorded only .56 inches of precipitation and mild temperatures. The sole notable weather event was a light snowfall on February 7, according to the local chart.
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Taxpayers Questions on Federal Taxes
Taxpayers questions cover who bears error responsibility, signing and including social security or employer IDs on returns, scholarship taxability for degree candidates and non degree candidates, and where to obtain IRS publications. Visit Cedar Rapids IRS office or mail to the Kansas City IRS Center for guidance and forms.
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Ocean Museums Use Science of Ship Geriatrics
Mystic seaport advances refloating of the Charles W. Morgan, the lone 19th century New England whaling ship. Since 1941 it has rested on Mystic sands, with a pioneering restoration program under Waldo Johnston, described as ship geriatrics, as the museum moves toward a fall refloat. The Morgan joins the Wavertree in New York in maritime preservation efforts gaining global momentum.
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Pilot Clinic Set For Thursday At Prairie High School
A pilot educational clinic for general aviation pilots will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at Prairie high school as part of the FAA nationwide accident prevention program. Murry Witherby will conduct the three hour session, with topics including Keys to Safe Flight and Anatomy of a Landing. Chuck Cole will discuss Medical Facts for Pilots, sponsored by Cedar Rapids area fixed base operators and supported by GAMA. A similar program is scheduled at the University of Iowa on Wednesday.
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Two Swedish Johns Die Days Apart After Shared Births
Close Friends Johan Sjoegren and Johan Ringius were born on the same day in 1870. They celebrated birthdays together for 50 years and died within three days of each other in 1973, highlights a long friendship and synchronized deaths.
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