19 May 1977
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1977
Page
1
A 7 week old infant case in Michigan draws attention as an unwed mother faces child abuse charges amid a growing concern for child safety at home. The report notes surrounding discussions and related topics across multiple pages.
Partly cloudy tonight and Friday with a chance of thunderstorms. Lows tonight in the upper 60s. Highs Friday in the lower 80s. When we humans visit the moon, we hope that any creatures there regard us as friendly and non threatening.
The Iowa Senate approves a 900000 lake on the Volga river using 2.7 million including federal funds, with 150 acres planned. The measure also funds easements on the Upper Iowa river and study of Squaw Creek lake, plus open spaces and park projects with seller-only acquisitions and land-purchase limits.
Labor Secretary Ray Marshall announced a major refocus of OSHA on serious occupational disease problems and a removal of unnecessary regulations. He said the aim is to ease burdens on small business while boosting enforcement on major health and safety risks, noting past emphasis on minor rules.
Former President Nixon proposed a five year postwar reconstruction program for North Vietnam totaling nearly 5 billion dollars. The State Department released Nixon’s two page Feb 12 1973 letter saying US aid would come without political conditions and could include up to 1.5 billion in other aid. A joint US Vietnamese economic commission would be formed within 30 days.
Colton the safety commissioner says he wants to forward information he receives about city prosecutions to the court via the assistant city attorney handling each case. He cites a forthcoming intoxication and resisting arrest case where a defendant’s injury could influence a judge, and notes potential criticism of favoritism but argues any recommendations would be open and well documented.
Democratic leaders in the Iowa Senate and House express slim chances for adjournment Thursday night with Friday afternoon as more likely. They cite the property tax bill as pivotal and discuss how Senate acceptance of House changes could determine timing. Speaker Cochran hints at possible late Thursday finish if assessment growth debate is brief, but the $250 measure and other key bills loom.
A survey of 21 state election officials shows 20 oppose and 13 support the administration proposal with eight undecided. Rep. Philip Crane notes state officials fear widespread fraud from instant at polls registration while the House Rules Committee prepares to clear the bill for action.
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