07 Nov 1977
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1977
Page
1
A group of knowledgeable farm wives demand the resignation or removal of an assistant U.S. agriculture secretary after alleging he insulted their integrity. Roswell Garst, who warned he could raise hell with anyone, is mentioned as having exited the scene. The item appears on page 8.
A physician offers practical tips to ease irritation from a healing cast. Advice includes skin care and preventive measures to reduce itchiness and improve comfort while wearing a cast during recovery.
Agatha Christie's only grandson announces a U.S. lecture tour to reveal fewer secrets about the famous mystery writer. He notes there are not many secrets left to tell and aims to share her story with readers. The piece previews Page 10.
The reviewer notes the film A Piece of the Action is overloaded and suggests splitting it into two movies. No Cedar Rapids or Marion teams made the state football playoffs, hinting Metro area teams may be down this year. Dense fog and drizzle bring lows near 50s, while Tuesday stays cloudy with a 60 degree high.
A humorous anecdote notes a person named Abore who speaks loudly and accidentally inhales items, described in a playful self deprecating tone. The piece treats the scene as a comic aside with casual wording and light satire.
Former Iowa National Guard chief Joseph May owes about 24000 for unauthorized airplane trips. The Army says 78.2 hours at 300 rate, 26.1 hours at 90 rate, plus two extra flights, were improper. Governor Ray says civil steps may follow to recover funds and scrutiny of government versus personal expenses will tighten.
Sen. Dick Clark said he will vote for the Panama Canal treaties if two provisions are included: guaranteed U.S. use of the canal forever and the right to defend the canal against any interruption. He stressed hearings by the Foreign Relations Committee will continue for about a month and noted Iowa polls show opposition to the treaties.
Flooding from an earthen dam burst at Toccoa Falls Bible College in Georgia killed 37 people and injured about 45. Many victims were students or staff. two volunteer firemen also died as rescue efforts continued amid widespread flood damage across North Carolina and surrounding areas.
Police say at least ten people were shot in the French Quarter and nearby areas within an hour. No deaths reported but several victims were seriously injured. A suspect was taken into custody and Charity Hospital appealed for blood donations.
A national NEA survey shows teachers emphasize spelling lists grammar composition and multiplication. Educators say fundamentals like memorization and computations require dull work yet are essential amid modern classroom pressures. Cedar Rapids officials note back to basics is nebulous and varies by teaching methods.
Marion police evacuated pupils from Marion High School and Starry Elementary School after a fire and explosion at Atlas Chemical Co 225 12th St spread potentially toxic fumes. Classes and evening activities were canceled. The wind carried fumes south toward the two schools. Marion Junior High, north of the site, remained out of danger. One main product was reported to be Giant.
Gazette staff writer Tim Schilling recalls nightly vandalism on his 1970 Chevrolet station wagon and nearby cars on 448 Red Fox Road SE, with two paint jobs and costs in the hundreds. Police report 1,681 vandalism cases in Cedar Rapids for 1977 through Oct 26, with officials uncertain about crime patterns.
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