17 Nov 1977
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1977
Page
1
Witnesses describe Steve Biko being shackled naked for 48 hours during police interrogation before his death. The report appears on page 32 of the same issue.
A Page 15 discussion weighs whether China intends to expand grain purchases from the United States. Opinions diverge on demand, prices, and political factors shaping agricultural trade relations.
On page 19 readers ask about light green, warty round balls attached to small roadside trees. The note requests identification of these fruiting galls or growths, common on ornamentals, and notes their unusual texture and appearance.
A Japanese semi arranged marriage is likened to a railroad train on a long uncharted track. Marylou arrives at the rescue of a woman wearing velvet elbow worn jackets.
Minnesota baseball figure Gene Mauch states he is legally bound to stay on as Twins manager but expresses a desire to resign. The brief on page 21 notes his conflicted position and hints at imminent departure.
An investment expert Sam Shulsky discusses AA rated preferred stock from Iowa Power & Light and Iowa-Illinois Gas & Electric and what the ratings imply for investors. The note appears on page 29.
Columnists Evans and Novak say a militant minority of homosexuals in New York City is becoming a political force city officials cannot ignore. Weather notes forecast clear night and cool temperatures with mid 40s highs Friday.
A flock of birds flew across Interstate 95 near Stonington Connecticut late Wednesday, recalling a scene from a Hitchcock film.
The Commerce Department reports third quarter GDP rose 4.7 percent at an annual rate, beating prior 3.8 percent estimates. Exports and inventory investment boosted activity, with corporate profits at 147.8 billion before tax and inflation at 4.4 percent. Housing gains also noted as October construction and permits rose.
President Anwar Sadat will spend 36 hours in Jerusalem and address the Knesset. Syrian denounces the visit and resignations follow Egyptian Foreign Minister Ismail Fahmi quitting. Boutros Ghali named to fill Fahmi and Riad roles amid opposition.
The Agriculture Department said higher import costs and middlemen charges will push food prices for U.S. consumers up to six percent in 1978. Sugar prices rise from a new import fee and farmers receive about 56 billion dollars for feeding America, unchanged from recent years. Kenneth Farrell, head of the ERS, spoke at the Outlook Conference noting consumer gains lag farmer benefits.
Cedar Rapids plans a new zoning ordinance and accompanying map, the first in over 20 years, expected to be released for inspection this afternoon. The Planning Commission aims to approve the draft at a Sheraton Inn luncheon, paving the way for council action next spring. The document, developed over four years, adds zoning categories and tightens use rules to reflect post 1955 patterns, including housing in less restrictive zones.
A Commerce Department study finds employee theft behind at least 60 percent of crime-related losses, pushing total business crime to about 30 billion dollars last year. External threats exist but employees are described as the most critical crime problem facing business today.
Immaculate Conception School may close next year after a church led study. Enrollment has fallen from 228 in 1971 to 104 now with a peak of 309 in 1969. A task force has solicited alumni aid and alumni letters as recruitment and budget work continues. final decision by February 1.
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