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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1979

Page

2

Carter presses bill to streamline federal regulations

President Carter outlined a plan to reduce and rationalize the regulatory burden, arguing the system creates paperwork, delays, and waste. The proposal would extend standards to independent agencies like the FCC, fund public interest groups, and tighten wage and price guideline enforcement with public identifications after appeals.

Washington Carter National Association of Broadcasters Congress FCC Texas Dallas Robert Strauss Strauss Elk City

Weather Summary for the Week with River Levels

Wind NW at 15 mph at 10 a.m. Sun rises 5 59 and sets 6 26 Tuesday. Yesterday high 43 low 28 precip 0 36. Wed and Thu rain or snow possible with highs in the 50s and lows around 40. Mississippi River stages listed for several towns with some missing values and a few rises or falls noted.

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Vital Statistics Births and Calls Reported

Births listed from Mercy St. Luke's and other hospitals include names such as Mr. and Mrs. David Sennett Lon do n and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Knock Hop kinton with a son and a daughter. The list includes Cedar Rapids residents and couples from Remsen Marion and Sacramento with multiple city addresses and dates March 17 to Sunday. Local emergency calls note smoke odor nuisance and various minor incidents with times ranging 8:40 a.m. to 8:23 p.m. Sunday and 1:58 a.m. today.

Hillhaven Court 33Rd Ave Lynda Drive Union Drive First St 21St Ave Second Ave 16Th Ave 35Th St. E

GOP senators unveil plan to cover catastrophic health costs

Senator Bob Dole with John Danforth and Pete Domenici introduce a Republican health insurance bill aimed at protecting all Americans from catastrophic medical expenses. The plan expands Medicare, requires employers to offer high deductible plans, and subsidizes premiums for low income workers, with initial costs estimated at 500 million in 1981 and 3 billion in 1982.

Washington Bob Dole Kansas Dole John Danforth Rmo Pete Domenici R-N.m Long

Garwood Returns Home Accused of Desertion and Traitor Links

Marine Pfc. Robert Garwood came home in Illinois amid accusations of desertion in time of war and unlawful contact with the Viet Cong. He spoke tearfully and claimed pride in America while he invoked attorney guidance and declined comment on preliminary charges. A separate Cleveland case reports a 22-year-old woman slain after being dragged from an east side church during a disturbance. Police seek a 25-year-old former date for questioning. United States remains wary as Bangkok cites Vietnam-Chinese talks stalemate with troops still positioned in Vietnam.

Great Lakes Naval Training Station Ill Robert Garwood United States America Garwood Cleveland East Side

Teamsters undecided on nationwide strike plans

Teamsters President Frank Fitzsimmons said the union had not decided whether to call a nationwide strike or a selective walkout if a trucking industry settlement is not reached by midnight Saturday. Negotiations were under way in Arlington, Virginia as reports indicated rank and file members authorized a strike if leadership deems it necessary.

Washington UPI Teamsters Frank Fitzsimmons Fitzsimmons Arlington

Ugo La Malfa Dies at 75 After Stroke in Rome

In Rome the longtime Republican Party leader and former deputy premier Ugo La Malfa died at Villa Margherita Hospital after a stroke suffered two days earlier. He was 75.

Rome Ugo la Malfa Republican Villa Margherita Hospital

Americans oppose extra Middle East aid in AP NBC poll

AP NBC poll shows 60 percent oppose the additional five billion dollars in military and economic aid to Israel and Egypt, with 30 percent in favor. Voters worry Israel may not gain similar deals with other Arab nations and doubt the peace pact’s durability.

New York Middle East Israel Egypt Carter Associated Press NBC News U.S

Court rejects appeal of death row inmate

The Supreme Court refused for the third time to hear Florida murderer John Spenkelink’s appeal, paving the way for possible execution by the Florida governor after all state and federal appeals have been exhausted. The decision, with justices Marshall and Brennan dissenting, marks a setback for anti death penalty groups while raising questions about future capital cases.

Washington UPI Supreme Court Florida John Spenkelink Spenkelink Bob Graham Speakelink Thurgood Marshall William Brennan Lewis Powell U.S Mississippi

Cedar Rapids Gazette Details Circulation and Publishing Info

The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists its establishment in 1883 and publishing details at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. It notes subscription rates by carrier and mail for daily and Sunday editions, with pricing and restrictions on mail subscriptions in carrier service areas.

The Gazette Company Third Ave. SE Cedar Rapids Iowa U.S Associated Press

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