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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1990
Page
2
Bob Greene muses on aging and the AARP’s eligibility this forty nine year old narrator finds his dream of joining the association blocked by a minimum age of fifty. He weighs the image of retired life against legal views and the organization’s purpose while noting the looming possibility of future acceptance.
Farmstead Foods in Albert Lea Minnesota shut its plant after delays securing union concessions led to higher start up costs and loss of financing. Westinghouse Credit Corp. had indicated willingness to fund but refused additional loans, prompting closure and potential bankruptcy discussions. Keith Barnes defended the decision and noted payroll obligations could be met.
In Maquoketa Iowa residents and Casey's General Store staff await the Lotto America 19.64 million dollar winner who called to say they would visit but identity remains guarded until the ticket is cashed in Des Moines. Store bonuses and community excitement follow the potential windfall.
The report states a $2 admission for Pete Turner and the Rhythm and Blues Band at Kurtz in Cedar Rapids, contradicting earlier claims that the concerts would be free. The Gazette will respond to complaints about accuracy and publish corrections or clarifications as needed.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission rescinded a $25,000 penalty against Iowa Electric Light and Power Co of Cedar Rapids for an inadequate testing procedure at the Palo nuclear plant. IE initially contested the fine, later appealing. NRC officials noted factors include who found the violation and prompt corrective actions.
Jimmy Torres, 29, of Independence, pleads innocent to involuntary manslaughter and assault causing injury over the Feb 3 death of his wife Brenda, 41. He remains free on bail after arrest following her body’s discovery at the couple's home. The alleged lamp strike severed an artery, and trial dates are pending as Buchanan County Attorney Al Vander Hart notes.
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