Kennedy visits Iowa farm family in Marion
Leonard Trachta hosts United States Senator Edward M Kennedy and Eunice Shriver at his farm northwest of Marion. The visit includes a tour of drying corn and pest control operations and a coffee talk about farming costs and barriers for young families. Kennedy comments on the struggles of starting a farm and praises Trachtta as knowledgeable despite political differences.
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Kennedy Urges Real Democrat for White House
Sen. Edward Kennedy campaigns in Cedar Rapids and across Iowa warning against Carter mismanagement and energy woes while pressing for a Democratic win in 1980. He frames Reagan and Brown as weak contrasts and urges strong national leadership. He also promotes support for Sen. Culver and notes a Grinnell College stop addressing a rail error.
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Marion zoning denial urged for Squaw Creek Mall liquor EST to be served
The Marion Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denying a zoning change for Klemish and Associates to allow liquor at the Squaw Creek Mini-Mall under construction at 151 Marion Blvd. Neighbors fear traffic and late-night disturbance. the commission voted 5-1 to send the request to the City Council.
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Marion Briefs Windows Shattered by BB Gun
Marion police report more than a dozen incidents of windows broken by BB gunfire in recent days affecting houses and cars. Lieutenant Tom Walderbach notes the pattern and urges residents to report any similar damage.
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