26 Nov 1990
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1990
Page
1
Jack Rife of Moscow as the newly elected Iowa Senate Republican leader is described as a fiery orator. Wayne McKinney of Waukee, the new Iowa House majority leader, is portrayed as a hard working but low key Democratic legislator with contrasting styles.
The aging revival of the musical Hair travels with a wore-down gloss and little controversy. The production, dated but affectionate, lands in a 20th anniversary touring edition that recalls old Broadway days while offering modest thrills.
The 11th ranked Iowa women’s basketball team beat 19th ranked LSU 73 to 65 to win the Amana Hawkeye Classic title. Five freshmen played, Toni Foster earned tournament MVP as Iowa claimed the championship.
A humor item jokes that an employer hires only married men because they do not get upset when yelled at. The quip plays on stereotypes and workplace authority in a lighthearted tone.
Iowa opponents and activists formed Iowans Against the Death Penalty to lobby against a limited death penalty pushed by Gov. Terry Branstad. Lawmakers face a tough path as Democratic leaders and key committee chairs vow to block any bills, with resistance grounded in moral and legal concerns.
U S and allied diplomats back a Security Council measure warning Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait by end of January. Final wording pending but likely avoids the phrase military force, instead using all necessary means. Bush team interprets as authorization. Deadline may be set late January to seek peace.
Two World War II veterans from Ames and Cedar Rapids say the current idle time for U S troops in Saudi Arabia is beneficial. They recall North Africa campaigns against Rommel and note acclimation to heat and sand will aid if war resumes.
Heather Bowers, 24, crowned Miss Iowa USA, teaches extended day care at YWCA Emer son Elementary in Marion. The Toddville native aims for the national Miss USA pageant in Wichita and hopes to pursue counseling studies. She received 1000 dollars, scholarships, jewelry, and other prizes.
Vietnam veteran Jim Knudsen ties renewed POW MIA interest to Vietnam War disfavor and recent films. He notes 2,294 Americans still listed as unaccounted for in Southeast Asia, far fewer than World War II and Korean War totals. Grassley helped bring the issue to public attention with a Senate report alleging government neglect and cover up of evidence.
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