Trio of Events Promises Airing Overhead This Month
Article notes a planned overhead gathering this month for three entities, described as a significant visual show. Mentions pages 14A and 3A reference Joseph Franklin, an avowed racist under investigation for Vernon Jordan Jr’s shooting, and a federal grand jury indictment for killings of two Black joggers. Also references limited tactical war to enforce nuclear controls with a predictive authority.
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Government wage overruns irk amid expense cuts, Gazette says
The Gazette argues in today’s lead editorial that wage overruns are especially intolerable when the government is seeking to cut expenses, noting the strain on fiscal discipline and public trust.
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Iowa City West to phase out anti vandalism program
Officials at Iowa City West consider ending the anti vandalism program after it proved effective. Details indicate administrative review and potential withdrawal as changes are discussed on page 7B.
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The Awakening Highlighted In Blocked Schedule
Page 12A hints at an event titled The Awakening with timing unnamed, signaling a feature note or teaser rather than a full review. Readers are prompted to watch for further details in upcoming editions.
Gazette Calendar Eastern Iowa events page seven
Calendar notices offer a roundup of upcoming activities and happenings in Eastern Iowa scheduled for readers. The item highlights the Gazette’s events page as a resource for listings and planning.
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Mississippi Valley C R Washington tops Dubuque Senior in rush
In a high school football recap C R Washington led Mississippi Valley to a 40 to 20 win over Dubuque Senior while Cedar Falls rolled past Hempstead 22 to 0. Iowa City Wes Prairie drew 27 to 22 with Linn-Mar. Iowa City Regina defeated Clear Creek 35 to 6 and Oelwein lost 19 percent. Dyersville Beckman beat Mideast Iowa Midland 16 to 7 as Durant tri Riv ers.
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Inflation Jibe Sparks Workplace Banter
A man quips to a coworker that inflation is no problem at his home, claiming his wife treats him like two cents. The remark reflects lighthearted workplace humor about money and marital dynamics.
Iranian Majlis may set terms for hostages release Sunday
An Iranian legislator said the release of 52 American hostages is a matter of time and conditions could be announced after Sunday parliamentary debate. The Majlis remains split over timing relative to U.S. elections and the Iran Iraq war, with a quorum expected for Sunday. A Stockholm disclosure about a proposed Scanair charter was later corrected as inaccurate.
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Catholics seek more annulments in 1978
Vatican statistics show annulment requests across the church jumped over tenfold in 1978 with 45,872 requests worldwide up from 4,383 in 1977. North America saw a surge from 2,859 to 22,445. The yearbook notes declines in marriages and baptisms and a shift in religious life trends.
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Cedar Rapids man builds varied comic collection
Mike Chapman showcases a diverse hoard including a 1931 Denver Post comic section with Tarzan, a 1919 Tarzan The Untamed book with dust jacket, a 1944 Superman comic, a 149 Tom Mix comic, 1930s Big Little Books featuring the Phantom Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, plus Superman Captain Marvel glasses, a Captain America model, and a Lash LaRue poster. Story on page 10A.
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Evans Novak claim deal sealed in Geneva over hostages
Chicago Sun Times front page asserts a two week old handshake sealing a hostage swap for Iranian military equipment in Geneva. The authors cite unnamed U S and foreign sources while White House officials deny the report citing lack of verification and indicating Cutler has not traveled recently.
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Low voter turnout seen in 1980 election forecast
The Committee for the Study of the American Electorate projects turnout near a new low with possibly less than half of the 160.5 million voting age Americans voting. Curtis Gans calls the drop a matter of degree, not whether it occurs, as analysts weigh Reagan’s impact and past trends.
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Odell Named Iowa Secretary of State in Historic Pick
Gov. Ray announced Mary Jane Odell as secretary of state to fill the unexpired Synhorst term. Odell, 57, a former IPBN personality, will take office Nov. 3 and seek election in 1982. She becomes the first woman in Iowa’s top statewide office since 1937.
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