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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1979
Page
14
An amateur Turkey Trot in Cedar Falls drew about 50 runners as they tackled five miles in cold morning air. Participants described varied outfits while a veteran explained the course and the timer recorded times like 53 11 for the author.
South and West debated bids after a cautious play in a bridge match. West shifted queens and hearts to force a safe claim while East questioned the timing of heart cashing as South warned they might have bid too high. The complex defense and counterplay kept the contract in play.
A public participation meeting to review Upper Mississippi River management plans is set for Tuesday November 27 at 7 p.m. at the Red Cedar Inn McGregor. An informal open house runs 3 to 5 p.m with a 4 p.m briefing for officials and reporters. Dan McGinnis of Wabasha Minnesota is the contact for the Great River Environmental Action Team. On this date in 1954 Chinese Communists claimed conviction of 11 American airmen and two civilians for espionage.
If you are new in town this Gazette Classified offers a handy collection of items and services to help you settle in. It highlights ways to find housing furniture and local resources through the paper’s listings and notices.
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