Farm credit relief gains House approval in emergency bill
The House passed an emergency farm credit expansion 378 to 35 to aid beleaguered farmers. The measure reactivates a $300 million 1983 program and $600 million in 1984, providing deferral and access to credit for about 12 to 15 percent of producers. A risky compromise links loan relief with proof of hardship and secretarial approval, while critics warn of potential mismanagement. The bill aims to speed aid despite White House caution and ongoing recession pressures.
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Iowa considers park user fees amid park funding debate
An Iowa House proposal, now before the Senate,Would charge ten dollars yearly or two dollars per visit for state park use with free tickets for low income. Revenue would fund maintenance only not expansion, and vehicle stickers would apply only to those who park. Some urge sunset clause if enacted.
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Senate
Iowa
Watt audiences span diverse groups at press event
A Los Angeles Times report on Interior Secretary James Watt described the audience as diverse, mentioning evangelical Christian students and the nation's newspaper editors. The phrasing drew attention for its wording choices at deadline.
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Los Angeles Times
James Watt
Mondale Backed Defense Cuts in Past Votes Versus Tonight
Mondale told publishers Reagan weakened America yet supported defense cuts in 1971 73 74 and 72 73 75 votes. He backed ABM limits and slowed Trident and Minuteman programs while praising coherent defense growth and NATO. The piece contrasts his rhetoric with past voting record.
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Reagan
America
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Carter
Senate
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Navy
Trident
U.S
Triad
Letters allege The Way International abuses and sports influence
A Cedar Rapids reader attacks The Way International led by Victor Paul Wierwille now succeeded by L Craig Martindale with headquarters in Knoxville. The letter questions donations and WOW, defends athletics and critiques media hype, schooling, and moral influence.
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Victor Paul Wierwille
L. Craig Martindale
Knoxville, Tenn
Unification Church
Jesus Christ
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Jesus
Terri Hoyland Leaders: A Volunteer Appreciation Letter
A director reflects on volunteers as the lifeblood of nonprofits nationally and locally. She notes motives range from obligation to belief, and praises volunteers for time energy and dedication despite challenges. She vows to thank volunteers and acknowledges mixed reliability among helpers.
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Tommy
Bill
Eastern Iowans invited to share periodic observations
Periodic observations from thoughtful Cedar Rapids residents are invited to express themselves here. The Cedar Rapids YWCA executive director, formerly a social worker, counselor, and Planned Parenthood executive director, outlines the platform for readers to share diverse views.
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Cedar Rapids
Terri Hoyland
YWCA
Planned Parenthood
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