10 Mar 1979
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1979
Page
1
The Iowa team clinches its fourth NCAA wrestling crown in five years as pages report on the event. Also notes a Bettendorf vs Des Moines East girls basketball final tonight for the state crown and other features on fishing, spring training, Christie disappearance rumors, and a photo feature on a colorful front-page T shirt subject.
A report notes Cardinal Jean Villot, who twice assumed leadership of the Roman Catholic Church after papal deaths, has died. The obituary mentions his role guiding the church during transitions and his long service in the Vatican.
A witty line reflects on patience in traffic, praising the driver behind while criticizing the one ahead. The quip highlights the social aspect of courteous driving and situational humor.
UPI reports U S home heating oil inventories dropped 14 million barrels in the week to March 2, placing stocks at 128.4 million and near the 100 million “problem zone” that could trigger spot shortages if cold weather returns. Industry sources cite high demand and Iran disruptions as drivers amid ongoing fuel allocation cuts.
Iowa House leaders rallied to push a long term energy plan after electrical utilities estimated a need for at least 20 billion dollars from 1985 to 1999 for new generating plants. Rep. Roger Halvorson announced subcommittees to study measures including oil exploration incentives, on farm alcohol production, and peak load management.
SAPADAPASO announces a March 17 parade as the largest yet with 40 units bands and surprises. The route starts Second Avenue and Sixth Street SE proceeds to Second Street a left on Second Avenue SE returns on Third Avenue SE and ends at Greene Square. Organizers Judy Hennessey Mike Kelly and Lois Wood of Cedar Rapids assist in plans.
President Carter lauded Anwar Sadat as a peace partner amid remaining differences on the Egypt Israel treaty. Cyrus Vance will stay in the region up to a week to help bridge gaps or explain issues to Jordan and Saudi Arabia if needed.
Space Shuttle Columbia rides atop a 747 during a Friday Edwards AFB test. Temporary insulation tiles shed during the 17 minute flight risking damage to permanent thermal tiles and delaying launch to Kennedy Space Center until at least Monday.
A federal judge blocked publication of How a Hydrogen Bomb Works by Howard Moreland citing restricted data. The temporary injunction was set with a hearing next Friday, drawing comparisons to the Pentagon Papers case but focusing on a do it yourself weapon recipe.
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