Rich Islamic Heritage In Cedar Rapids A Growing Center
An editor's note introduces Cedar Rapids as a notable center of Islam in North America. It highlights the first mosque built in the region, the 1948 Muslim cemetery, and the 1952 founding of the Federation of Islamic Associations. The piece recounts early Muslim arrivals, community growth, and key donations from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, plus stories of immigrant families and workers in the early 20th century.
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Rural towns see surge in multi family and senior housing
Growing interest in multi family housing and elderly housing in rural towns. Many projects are federally funded. Story on page 1B. Community Theater presents Godspell with preview performances Wednesday and Thursday at 8 p.m. Pictures on page 24B. Cedar Rapids Community School District partners with Community Theater, Symphony and Indian Creek Nature Center to provide student services. Story and pictures on 16A.
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Ford Urges G-6 to End Slump by 1977 at Rambouillet Summit
At Rambouillet France President Ford urged leaders of France Britain West Germany Japan and Italy to set a target for turning the world economic downturn into growth by 1977. He forecast U S growth of 6 to 7 percent through 1976 and pressed for regular finance minister meetings to foster cooperation.
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Takeo Miki
Secrets Access Bill Likely from Senate Panel
The Senate Intelligence Committee is drafting legislation to formally entitle Congress to share national security intelligence with the executive branch. Administration and committee sources suggest Ford officials would not oppose the oversight, aiming to reduce suspicion seen in Chile and Southeast Asia disputes. The plan would give Congress timely access to intelligence as events unfold, contrasting with the Pike-Kissinger tug of war.
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Weather and opinion notes from Social Around Town
section reports mostly sunny today with highs in the mid sixties and a fair night with lows in the mid to upper thirties. It also notes a government official urging Americans to eat less, a view apparently shared by the supermarket industry.
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More Locked Doors in C R Day and Night
A Cedar Rapids woman says she now locks doors in daytime after neighbors report thefts and fear of intrusion. Sociologists note rising fear of crime stems from actual crime and media coverage, with mass media shaping public perception and politics amplifying concern.
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Corporations Lobby To Kill Major Antitrust Bill Amendment
Washington reports a organized lobbying drive led by a low-profile group backed by giant corporations has stopped a key antitrust bill amendment. The Business Roundtable with 158 members including Allis Chalmers Xerox and AT&T funds campaigns via member dues and executive visits to Washington.
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Milk Prices Rise Narrow Beer Milk Gap Milwaukee
In Milwaukee area grocers raise whole milk 10 cents a gallon to 1.39 to 1.42, making beer cheaper per ounce. A case of 12-ounce beer bottles costs 2.99, about 1.04 cents per ounce. Dairy spokesmen cite supply costs, while Wisconsin benefits from competitive pricing among brewers.
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