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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1989
Page
1
Page 2A reports Don Avenson advocating dropping tuition requirements at Iowa’s three state universities. Also on Page 2A, vandals damage an Oelwein family already facing tragedy.
A weekend home belonging to a C R couple was severely damaged by a fire sparked by a squirrel. Investigators catalog the scene and assess damage, with firefighters reporting controlled containment and no injuries noted.
The man who lost a proxy battle to control a local Marion firm confronts significant financial difficulties. The report notes his mounting debts and potential liquidity issues as he navigates the fallout from the contested control bid.
Move over duck hunters the shotgun deer season is nearly here with guidance and tips for areas to hunt and safety reminders for outdoor enthusiasts.
Iowa guard Ray Thompson scores 26 points as the Hawkeyes beat Texas Southern 80-64 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Also notes narrow win by Kennedy over Regis in Metro tournament opener.
The Gazette claims the title Iowa's Newspaper of the Year in its Vol 107 issue. The banner highlights prominence and regional reach with editorial pride and community coverage.
Milos Jakes steps down as Communist Party chief after a week of mass protests surpassing 1968 events. Karel Urbanek elected to replace him, with Politburo reshuffled to nine. Premier Ladislav Adamec loses his seat as crowds celebrate in Wenceslas Square with Dubcek and dissidents.
Czech Americans express mixed optimism and concern as Europe shifts, with Vaclav Grubl recalling his escape from Czechoslovakia in 1983. He notes hopes for freedom, worries over military support for communism, and travel limits for seniors. Readers are invited to page 11A for reaction.
A federal judge in Alexandria, Virginia dismissed all charges against former CIA station chief Joseph Fernandez, who faced lies and obstruction accusations in the Iran-Contra affair. The dismissal followed Attorney General Thornburgh blocking disclosure of classified materials under the Classified Information Procedures Act.
A light humor item notes that a loud bell toll goes unheard due to the racket, delivering a concise quip about noise and perception in a metropolitan voice.
In East Iowa stirring holiday shopping as eight people spend about 30 dollars each by Friday noon on the sound sensitive Rockin' Flowers toys at Landmark Luggage and Gifts. Store manager Sue Tanner notes flowers have sold since September and shoppers browse grandfather clocks and big screen TVs at Smulekoff's. Split image TVs draw curious spectators as Christmas spending picks up.
Atlanta report shows Americans drank 0.85 gallons of distilled spirits in 1986, the lowest since 1959, with preliminary 1987 figures at 0.83 gallons. CDC data note declines in total alcoholic beverage consumption and identify whiskey rum vodka and gin as spirits.
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