17 Nov 1993
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1993
Page
1
Coralville sees two developers expand operations in a two year old industrial park across from Pay Less Cashways. The project aims to broaden business activity and employment in the area as plans unfold on page 1B.
The United Nations canceled its hunt for warlord Mohamed Farrah Aidid last night to start a new inquiry into attacks on peacekeepers in Somalia. Details on page 3A.
Susan Bondy alerts readers to consumer fraud risks tied to credit cards and explains rights. The column on page 6C guides consumers through protections and steps to take when facing fraudulent charges or billing errors.
Hayden Fry clarified he did not blame Raef LaFrentz for the defeat. The coach stated his disappointment over losing the tall basketball player yesterday, addressing questions about the Hawkeyes. Details available on page 10.
Gov. Terry Branstad said Iowa's June 1994 deficit will drop from 311 million to 28 million under new GAAP rules. The explanation and details appear on page 8A.
A lighthearted quip notes that for every rain drop there is someone who left an umbrella at home, playfully twisting misfortune into humor.
Eastern Iowa's top chorus orchestra and band players, chosen after yearlong auditions, prepare for Saturday night concerts at Hilton Coliseum in Ames. The event showcases the state’s best young musicians in a major annual rep.
Washington AP reports Clinton led with 206 likely votes for NAFTA while 199 opposed in an undeclared 29 member group. Governors from 41 of 51 backed the accord as C-SPAN prepared to cover the debate.
The Iowa Republican delegation lines up as four yes votes for NAFTA with one leaning yes and Neal Smith among the Democrats leaning toward approval. The AP lists Grandy Leach Lightfoot and Nussle as affirmative on the trade pact.
Lester Sykora, 75, sells Sykora's Bakery in Cedar Rapids after 66 years of making bread and kolaches with his father. Don and Sheila Janda will take over Jan 1 preserving the name and recipes. Les will miss early mornings and stories shared with loyal customers, many from the Czech Village.
The Belle Plaine facility will shrink from about 70 workers to five, with 1 manager and four full time employees remaining. Production will drop 75 percent and the Tracr facility will close. The plant had 33 full time and 30 to 40 temporary workers, with 1,500 to 3,000 employed during detasseling season.
A reflective piece recalls a crying morning at an old company where families raised children within its walls. The author questions how such an event could occur and laments the familiarity of a place once considered safe.
Crop seeds grown under contract are dried bagged and stored at the plant as private contractors gather and package seed. Ernst notes small outside contractors reduce production risks while locals like Cheryl Musel mourn the plant’s disruption and Dale St John reports subdued customer mood.
Sen. Max Baucus urged a GAO investigation into monthlong delays in distributing more than 40 million dollars in federal flood aid to Iowa and other states. Sen. Tom Harkin blamed bureaucratic gridlock while Iowa officials review applications to ensure proper use and avoid future clawbacks.
The University of Iowa Faculty Senate passed a compromise warning policy for explicit classroom material with one dissent, removing a phrase critics called overly broad. Regents may reject the wording when considering adoption in Council Bluffs as pressure grows after student complaints about depictions of homosexual acts in classes.
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