Congress fixes Milwaukee Road shutdown with emergency plan
Congress swiftly approved a compromise emergency bill to restore full Milwaukee Road operations. The plan provides federal funds to run trains until a employee buyout proposal is decided by April 1, with a possible $75 million advance to cover severance if the plan fails. District Judge McMillen may lift the embargo once the president signals support.
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Jepsen urges quick action to save Milwaukee Road trains
Senator Roger Jepsen said a Congressional aid bill helps Milwaukee Road bankruptcy relief but urged rapid action by President Carter to restart service. The plan funds operations while a buyer or restructuring is pursued, with a 180 day ICC decision target to accelerate rail division changes.
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Milwaukee Engine Shift Affects Core System and Safety
Milwaukee Road officials acknowledged moving newer locomotives to the remaining core system as the railroad shut down half its network. Wally Abbey said 64 newer engines including four from Cedar Rapids were withdrawn for older units, with two replacements breaking down after arrival. Congress and the ICC are involved as Iowa officials urge scrutiny over replacement equipment and federal funding to restore service.
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Talks on dividing Rock Island tracks in Monday meeting
Representatives from 13 states and a FRA official will meet in Kansas City on Monday to discuss dividing Rock Island Lines trackage for sale to other railroads. The talks aim to keep service through Midwest grain routes, with long term loan aid available from the FRA.
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The Cedar Rapids Gazette Publication Details
The Cedar Rapids Gazette established 1883 is published daily and in day editions at Third Ave SE in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Subscription rates and mailing rules are listed, noting carrier and mail options and limitations on subscriptions in carrier service areas. The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to local news content and AP dispatches.
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East Iowans lead Appaloosa youth team at nationals
Three Eastern Iowa girls form the winning youth team at the Midwest Appaloosa Youth National in Springville Illinois. The event drew about 500 entries from five states over two days with trails, horsemanship and showmanship.
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Branstad Released From ICU In Good Condition
Lieutenant Governor Terry Branstad was released from Mercy Hospital's intensive care unit after a car truck accident earlier in the week. An aide said he would stay in the hospital for several days for observation and recovery.
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