Leach seeks inquiry into Eastern Airlines plane deal
First District Congressman Jim Leach told exporters he will urge a congressional probe of Eastern Airlines $500 million plane order from Airbus Industry a European consortium. He urged House Banking hearings, warned of possible unfair subsidization and noted potential wide impact on Iowa including oil import duties.
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First District
Jim Leach
Eastern Iowa
Eastern Airlines
Leach
House Banking and Urban Affairs Committee
Airbus Industry
Consor
Bad and good news on foreign business lessons
International management consultant Hans Belcsak told 75 local business leaders that foreign business carries high risk but offers great and improving opportunities over the next 12 months. He warned of sluggish world growth, high inflation, and weak governments, urging U S action on energy, exports, and dollar stability while noting cautious profit potential for careful exporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Belcsak
United Way elects Scherrman Linn County president
Emmett Scherrman president of LeaseAmerica Corp was elected president of the Linn County United Way board at the annual meeting succeeding J Bernard Rehnstrom. Officers include James Davidson first vice president Al Williams second vice president and Donald Flynn treasurer. Several directors and committee chairs were also named with terms and roles noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmett Scherrman
LeaseAmerica Corporation
Linn County
United Way
Scherrman
J. Bernard Rehnstrom
James Davidson
al Williams
Donald Flynn
James Churchill
Robert McKenzie
John Byers
Maud Moore
Stephen Vanourny
Joe Hladky II
Vern Hyak
Richard Kretschmar
Kay Chapman
Signi Falk
Martin Garvey
Wilburn Hollis
Donald Koppenhaver
Kathryne Sears
Reginald
Theft and drug charges filed against two men
Eddie Lee Carey, 21, faces third degree theft for not returning a tuxedo to Prince Albert Formal Wear on Feb 18 and possession of a controlled substance found at arrest. Rodney Van Harris, 20, is charged with prohibited acts after officers found a small quantity of a substance believed to be a prescription drug during a traffic check near Gordon Avenue and Jacelyn Drive NW.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Lee Carey
Carey
Prince Albert
First Ave. NE
Rodney van Harris
Gordon Avenue
Jacelyn Drive
van Harris
Washington High team places sixth at Iowa OEA event
The Washington High School chapter earned sixth place at the State Leadership Conference of the Office Education Association of Iowa in Des Moines last week. The paper corrects a prior error naming the sixth place winner. Additional placers included Sue Graham Jefferson fourth in Job Interview 1, Rhonda Kelly Washington fourth in Extemporaneous Verbal Communications 2 and sixth in Prepared Verbal Communications 2, Cheryl Clover Kennedy sixth in Data Processing Clerk Keypunch, and Sue Teachout Washington sixth in Typing 1.
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Washington
Office Education Association of Iowa
Des Moines
the Gazette
Sue Graham
Jefferson
Rhonda Kelly
Cheryl Clover
Kennedy
Sue Teachout
France orders closing of American bases by 1967
On this date in 1966 France ordered the closing of American military bases on French soil within twelve months, signaling a major shift in NATO alignment and France's stance on American presence in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Lineman Seriously Burned In Electric Accident
Gary Stevens, 40, of 3901 Knollcrest Court NE, is in serious condition at St Luke's Hospital with third degree burns to his right arm and back after an incident at 27th Street in Marion. He was working in a bucket when he contacted a high voltage line around 4 p.m. Wednesday. Firefighters assisted in reviving him. company officials investigate.
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Iowa Electric Light and Power Co
St. Luke’s Hospital
Iowa Electric
Gary Stevens
Knollcrest Court NE
27Th Street
Marion
Stevens
Hennessey seeks third term as Linn County treasurer
James M. Hennessey announces candidacy for re election on the Democratic ticket seeking a third term. The 31 year old treasurer lives at 1109 25th St SE with his wife and son and holds a BBA from St Edwards University. He cites eight years in office and a record of investment programs praised by State Auditor Lloyd Smith. He is active in Knights of Columbus BPO Elks and professional treasurer groups.
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James M. Hennessey
Linn County
Hennessey
25Th St. SE
LaSalle High School
St. Edward’s University
Austin
Texas
Knights of Columbus
BPO Elks
Iowa County Treasurers Association
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Dale Kueter
Roosevelt Royale Hotel
Cedar Rapids
Posal
Iowa
Airbus
OPEC
Coralville
Richard Myers
1St District
Ed Mezvinsky
Mezvinsky
U.S
U.N. Commission On Human Rights
Tom Fruehling
Hans Belcsak
New York
Jim
Chicago and North Western
Bertram
Ray Farr
Top
United Way Post
Mellers Photo
Hilltop House Furniture
Mt. Vernon Rd
Springhouse
Center Point Rd
Town & Country Shopping Center
1St Ave
Hardee’s
Edgewood
Johnson Drive-In
Mellers
Hilltop House Furniture Store
Johnson Town & Country
Linn
U.S Navy
Groton
Conn
James Hennessey
Greenview
Kentucky
Boston
Florist Eshop
Host
Mt. Vernon Rd. SE
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