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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 2000
Page
1
Joe and Esther Legg of Anamosa travel to distant lands to educate communities and provide meals. The Ram blin column notes their journey and charitable mission.
Linn-Mar graduate Jason Wombacher shook off a rough summer to emerge as a key player for the University of Iowa men's golf team after a record-setting weekend of cold weather gave way to warmth. A separate note highlights Michigan State games boosting US players Aaron Kampman and Kahlil Hill to Big Ten player of the week.
The 108 year old Ilten's Inc. remains in family hands after a transfer of ownership. Cedar Rapids is confirmed as the company’s base for the foreseeable future. Details indicate a smooth succession protecting local roots and long term stability.
Special Transportation section in Wednesday's Gazette offers practical tips for buying new vehicles and maintaining older ones. It covers selecting models, budgeting, and basic upkeep steps for motorists.
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak backed away from a set deadline for Palestinian restraint as violence spread in Israel and the West Bank. He held an emergency cabinet meeting and signaled willingness to attend a U S hosted summit if invited, amid calls from President Clinton to convene talks between Barak and Arafat.
Cedar Rapids district faces questions on the value of 15 to 17 early release days as it considers a revised 2001 02 calendar. A public hearing is set before the Oct 23 board meeting with a task force to study impacts and potential hours and days.
At hearing, which will be held prior to the board's next meeting, officials will review the matter and determine possible actions. The session aims to clarify positions and outline next steps for all parties involved.
Ralph Mills born 1902 in Edar Rapids became the oldest of 40 participants in a three person best shot event at Twin Pines to launch Cedar Rapids Boomers 50-Plus Games. His age 98 marks a notable entry in the competition as his gait shows slowing but steady resolve.
The event features a horseshoe tournament at Ellis Park starting 9:30 a.m. an art show at the Scottish Rite Temple from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. a bridge tournament at Witwer Senior Center 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and entertainment with awards 4 to 6 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Temple 616 A Ave NE. Participants note aging with humor as they describe their golfing skills and effort.
University of Iowa researchers report that spraying xylitol into nasal passages reduces nasal bacteria, supporting a theory that lower salt concentration in lung surface liquid boosts natural antibiotics. If further tests confirm, the approach could help CF patients and others on ventilators.
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