02 May 1992
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1992
Page
1
The Linn County Museum board of directors withdrew its offer to buy the Hanford American Legion Post building halting plans for a new history center. Post officials were stunned as they had been counting on the sale. Details on page 1B.
Federal funding for Iowa's crisis child care program offering up to 72 hours of services has been eliminated. The Iowa Legislature contemplates withdrawing child abuse prevention funds, risking the program's survival. Details on page 1B.
The award winning musical Grand Hotel featuring characters of Old Berlin opened a three day run at the Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City with a lively performance last night. Review on page 3B.
The Rev. C Warren Johnson, 82, recalls his calling during a Shellsburg tent revival six decades ago. He continues preaching and will lead revival services in Vinton this Sunday and next week, with further details on page 8A.
A lighthearted quip notes parents see their kids mature as daughters wear lipstick and sons quickly wipe it off, framing a small humor about changing ages and parental perception.
The Mille Lacs Indian casino operates in Minnesota as the Mesquaki in Tama, Iowa study the model for planning their own gambling venue. The note appears on Page 1A of Sunday's Gazette.
Cedar Rapids Mayor Don Canney 61 is expected to resign as mayor to take a vice president role in administration and general affairs at PMX Industries. He would leave within a month, ending a 22 year tenure, with City Attorney noting a council appointment or special election to fill the vacancy.
President Bush ordered 4,500 troops and 3,000 Army troops with 1,500 Marines to Los Angeles to restore order amid three days of rioting that left 36 dead and over 1,400 injured. The action followed the Rodney King verdict sparking nationwide unrest and a federal grand jury probe into police involved in the beating.
The article surveys public reaction to acquittals in the King case and the ensuing riots. It examines whether verdicts justify violence, analyzes psychology behind rioting, and notes broad impact on businesses and communities with additional photos and commentary across sections.
Senate Democrats pass a bill to raise the sales tax from 4 to 5 percent, aiming to cover the 6.5 percent budget cuts for 1993. Gov Branstad may veto, prompting a possible special session. Proposals include four unpaid furlough days for state workers and further $2.5 million in cuts.
Victor Plastics Inc announced a third facility in Marion leasing the former Rusco Building Systems plant in east Marion. The new operation, Marion Plastics, will melt plastic shavings for molding in the auto and appliance sectors and start with about 35 employees, with potential to double by year end through state incentives.
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