Cedar Rapids considers 9.5 million bond for large school program
The Cedar Rapids Community School Board discussed a proposed 9.5 million bond to finance a 17.8 million school plant improvement plan. Plans cover Franklin McKinley Roosevelt and Wilson junior high modernization plus district wide building and site work. Officials expect an April vote and a September referendum appears likely.
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Cedar Rapids
Franklin, McKinley, Roosevelt and Wilson
Maire
School Bond Debate Flags Funding and District Budget
Board member Ronald Moore questions bond referendum support while citing two 1974 junior high remodeling defeats. The panel weighs funding needs for windows roofs and terra cotta, with a 60 percent requirement and public education challenges. A separate budget progress report outlines 1978-79 program additions including new staff for writing remedial work and special education, and funding from district budgets and federal sources.
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Ronald Moore
Moore
Robert Weinhardt
Schulz
Board Keeps Parks on Termination List in ISD Action
Marion Independent School Board voted five to two to terminate junior high science teacher John Parks, despite a private hearing request. Nine district teachers face contract termination due to enrollment declines. only Parks requested a hearing. A Recovery group for nervous and former mental patients will meet Thursday at Westminster House of the First United Presbyterian Church, 802 12th St, topic There Is No Hopeless Case.
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Marion Independent School Board
John Parks
Parks
Virginia DeWees
Bill Munroon
Westminster House
First United Presbyterian Church
12Th St
Police warn of sidewalk installation con men in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids police cautioned residents about a sidewalk installation scam. A southwest Cedar Rapids woman was approached by men claiming the city would force sidewalks and offering to do the job cheaper. Authorities say the suspects run a confidence game and advise asking for identification and references.
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Cedar Rapids
OES School of Instruction At Masonic Temple
Marion Chapter OES hosts Friday school of instruction at the Masonic Temple. Sessions begin 12 30 p m with a 6 15 dinner and 7 30 inspection, followed by reception. Vera Mae Baker and Karl Aschenbrenner to make official visit with Peg Slusher and Robert Warren presiding. Donna Hodge to serve as district instructor.
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Marion
OES
Masonic Temple
Vera Mae Baker
Siam
Iowa
Karl Aschenbrenner
Dysart
Peg Slusher
Robert Warren
Donna Hodge
Fire at Twixt Town theater under investigation
Fire officials continue probes into the blaze that heavily damaged the former Twixt Town Theater concession building. Arson is not ruled out and no definite findings have been released. the property is owned by Bourbon Street Enterprises of Des Moines.
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Marion
Thomas Busenbark
Bourbon Street Enterprises of
Des Moines
Classified ad urges selling camping gear today
A brief classified notice promotes selling camping equipment. The call to action emphasizes posting an ad in the classifieds today to reach buyers.
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Classified Today
Four Chamber committees set this week with meetings planned
The Chamber of Commerce releases a schedule for four committees. Transportation meets Wednesday at noon at Mr. Steak Legislative Thursday 7 30 a m at Country Kitchen Retail Bureau 9 30 in Farmers State Bank Community Room Industrial Development Corp annual meeting Friday 7 30 a m in Sub urban Pay real estate taxes at Farmers State Bank bring tax slip Last day to pay is March 31 YMCA Marion activity schedule lists multiple non aquatic and pool sessions including preschool gymnastics women fitness classes and swim lessons Lincoln Neb judge orders first degree murder trial for Carol Fugate 14 year old companion of Charles Starkweather
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Chamber of Commerce Committee
Transportation Committee
Steak
Legislative Committee
Retail Bureau
Farmers State Bank
Industrial Development Corporation
Adv
YMCA
Marion Ymca
Marion
Lincoln, Neb
Carol Fugate
Charles Starkweather
Burglaries Probed in Linn County Two Sites Targeted
Linn County deputies investigate two burglaries Troy Mills and Central City. At Troy Mills a bar was broken into and liquor cigarettes cash and beer were stolen. At Central City Drug Store over 20 Timex watches Zippo lighters five cameras and drugs were taken. Police say most drugs were pain pills. Break ins occurred late Sunday or early Monday through front doors.
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Linn
Troy Mills
Central City
Cedar Rapids School Board Forms Wednesday Night Rule Study Committee
The Cedar Rapids Community School Board approved a nine member committee to review after school activity restrictions on Wednesdays. The panel will study current times, compare with other districts, and report to the board by June 12. Members include church and youth group reps, a junior high principal, three parents, and district education leaders.
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Cedar Rapids
Robert Weinhardt
Ronald Moore
Moore
Cedar Rapids approves 1978-79 contracts for secretaries
The Cedar Rapids Community School Board approved a 1978-79 contract for 12 confidential secretarial employees. Salary ranges replace fixed schedules, with the superintendent’s secretary earning 4.25 to 6.00 dollars per hour and others set between 3.15 and 5.15 dollars. The move aims to reflect responsibilities and performance and marks the first ratified contract for this meet and confer group.
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Cedar Rapids
Marvin Maire
YMCA offers back problem exercise program
Back pain sufferers can register by Monday for a seven week exercise series at the Central Marion and Ellis YMCAs. Open to all adults regardless of membership, the $35 program runs twice weekly to combat stress tension and muscle weakness with evening or noon classes available.
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YMCA
Larry Bush
Central Y
Bush
Marion Y
Ellis Y
Check Those Mobile Home Plates Delinquent List Due
Linn County Sheriff Orlie Workman said deputies will receive a list from the treasurer of residents with expired mobile home license plates. About 840 names appear on the delinquent list, though some may have moved or units destroyed since last licensing. summonses will be issued at mobile home parks and trailer communities.
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Linn
Orlie Workman
Treasurer’s Office
Sheriff’s Office
Workman
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