Iran weighs hostage transfer as Khomeini attacks US
The Iranian government may shift the 50 hostages to government custody as early as tonight amid a Khomeini broadcast attacking the United States. Carter delayed a speech and convened advisers while Tehran discusses the move with Bani Sadr. A deputy surgeon says the deposed shah’s cancer has spread to the liver.
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Los Angeles Times
Cedar Rapids ruling on Iowa Electric Light and Power cost liability
The Interstate Commerce Commission decides Iowa Electric Light and Power must cover part of the costs from its nuclear plant shutdown. Other notices include updates on AWOL soldier Chuck Elias and upcoming in-flight investigations into the March 3 ambu lance helicopter crash.
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Born-again Politician Sees Private Side Differently
In public she lacks affection but privately she reveals a different, more intimate side. Page 9A.
Widespread Complaints On Mail Slow Service Across Town
Residents vent about delays in mail delivery while noting their utility bills from gas electric and phone providers often arrive late. The piece reflects public frustration with slow postal service versus timely bill notices.
Carter Signs Budget Cuts Amid Inflation Fight
President Carter unveiled a revised budget cutting $2.6 billion this year and $15 billion in 1981 to curb inflation. He urged Congress to approve the plan, warned of a veto for overspending, and proposed a temporary restraint power if needed. The package trims defense, education, health, and social programs while projecting 13.9 percent inflation for 1980 and 9.5 percent for 1981.
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Index falls fifth time signaling recession in sight
The Commerce Department reports the leading indicators index dropped 0.2 percent in February the fifth straight monthly decline. The 134.9 reading shows the economy was 34.9 percent ahead of the 1967 base, with half of the ten components contributing to the fall including average work week orders and building permits.
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Ago Ambre
Owens Dies After Lung Cancer Battle at 66
Olympic great Jesse Owens died at 3:40 PM in Tucson Arizona at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center. He had suffered a lung infection and inoperable cancer and smoked about a pack daily for 35 years. Owens, 66, had returned to Phoenix area earlier and Utah noted public relations work, with his wife Ruth at his side.
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Jesse Owens visited Cedar Rapids for Tyler Elementary dedication
Principal Edward Rich recalls Jesse Owens as a classy humble figure who autographed photos for Tyler’s students during the 1970 dedication. He spoke on self-reliance in nationwide talks and the new Tyler School sits beside the original built between 1880 and 1890 with the Jesse Owens Gym named in his honor.
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Cedar Rapids police begin foot patrols to save fuel
Cedar Rapids officers will shut off patrol cars and walk through malls banks and savings and loans to conserve fuel and deter crime. Police Chief Raymond Baker says gasoline costs have spiked past a dollar per gallon and the policy aims to benefit officers and the public.
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