Ring reminds Mormons of beliefs
The CTR ring began as a simple reminder for children to choose well and has become an enduring symbol in Mormon culture for all ages. The piece reflects a long standing value system tied to daily choices and faith.
22 Nov 1997
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1997
Page
1
The CTR ring began as a simple reminder for children to choose well and has become an enduring symbol in Mormon culture for all ages. The piece reflects a long standing value system tied to daily choices and faith.
Cedar Rapids police arrested a man who fled Thursday while being questioned about multiple burglaries. In state government news, Iowa Agriculture Secretary Dale Cochran announced he will not seek a fourth term. Details, 3B and 4B.
An FDA advisory panel backs delivering a potent antibiotic directly into the lungs to treat cystic fibrosis patients. The decision could enable a new inhaled therapy to combat deadly respiratory infections.
A seven year old in Virginia, who owns 21 vacuum cleaners, received a special tour of the Bissell Inc factory, maker of his favored water-based models. His visit highlighted his unusual passion and the maker’s welcoming gesture.
County attorneys in Iowa favor some form of the death penalty by about a two to one margin, a Sunday Page 1A report notes.
Bobbi McCaughey spoke at a press conference after delivering septuplets by Caesarean. Kenneth Robert McCaughey, the largest at 3 pounds 4 ounces, was taken off a ventilator and could be held by his parents. The three other boys and three girls remained on ventilators with doctors expecting them to be off within three days.
CDC researchers warn the Johnson County pertussis outbreak shows no end in sight with at least 90 confirmed and 30 suspected cases. Officials note flu season and Thanksgiving travel could worsen the situation as nearby Linn County reports no cases. The health department seeks two disease prevention specialists to handle rising demand ahead of a Board of Supervisors vote.
The Iowa Department of Public Safety says violent crimes declined 10 percent in 1996 with 3,934 total crimes per 100 000 residents, while property crimes fell 2.8 percent. The report excludes Cedar Rapids data, notes 66 murders and 529 rapes, and mentions juvenile arrests rising 18 percent.
Walford is Iowa's second fastest growing city per 1990 to 1996 census estimates, rising 143 percent from 303 to 737. Mayor Richard Rotter cites proximity to Cedar Rapids and affordable lots, but warns sewer, water, and fire protection expansion are needed as a 160 acre residential project nears. Robins also grows from 875 to 1,434, with limited commercial development noted.
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