14 Mar 1987
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1987
Page
1
Lawrence F. Scalise a Des Moines attorney says he will resign as Iowa Racing Commission chairman but will remain a voting member. He disclosed this to the commission on Friday.
A light humor item ponders a golfer’s math challenges on the course. The quip notes that a round can become a lengthy trek when addition and par figures fail to align, playfully criticizing miscalculations during play.
The Iowa House approved a 98.5 million bond package for three state universities including 25 million for a laser research facility at the University of Iowa and 37.5 million for ISU molecular biology center. The measure, sent to Gov. Branstad, adds about 36 million above his request and faces possible veto. Additional projects include building remodels and equipment at both campuses.
John Gotti and six co defendants were acquitted in Brooklyn federal court on racketeering and conspiracy counts tied to illegal gambling loan sharking armed hijackings and at least two murders over 18 years. Prosecutors hinted at possible new charges as head of the Gambino family.
Alsip police report Nancy Grannan 19 and Karen Logan 17 died in a garage by self harm, possibly inspired by New Jersey teen deaths. Notes referenced failed marriage and disappointing parents. both left gifts beside their bodies as gas fumes killed pets in the Logan home.
The Iowa Medical Society reports at least 106 Iowa physicians have stopped delivering babies in five years due to high costs or lack of malpractice insurance. Another 144 doctors limit obstetrical care to low risk or previously delivered patients amid a volatile liability climate. A public hearing on medical liability is set for Monday evening in the Capitol.
Hambleden England The first road tunnel built to aid toads during mating season opens as volunteers guide tens of tons of toads across a sharp bend to breeding ponds. The Fauna and Flora Society backs the project to reduce toad fatalities and boost public involvement.
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