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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1973
Page
5
Israeli armored spearhead pushed toward Damascus as a two mile range neared Syria's capital. Israeli advances along multiple fronts tightened grip on surrounding territory while U N troops prepared reactions to the movement. Civilians in occupied zones reported rapid territorial changes amid the push.
The torrent across the midcontinent kills at least seven and leaves thousands homeless. Rescue teams report many still missing as damage runs into millions. Missouri Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma and Iowa suffer widespread flooding with property loss and evacuations.
AP reports federal officials estimate a national water treatment capital bill around 60.7 billion dollars. The push covers municipal wastewater and drinking water facilities and faces funding debates in Congress as states seek federal aid at high project costs.
In Washington Secretary of State Kissinger stated the Soviet Union has not endangered detente by its actions in the Middle East. He warned that irresponsible arms shipments to Israel could trigger U S steps, but he offered no specifics. The press conference touched on Western talks with Europe and potential postwar leadership changes in the State Department.
A federal suit alleging price fixing kickbacks and conspiracy was filed Thursday in Carroll County. Plaintiffs name two hospitals and several individuals as defendants, with attorneys from Garret, Von McCullough and Sav City representing them.
Reported plan splits action on Nixon vice presidential nomination with Senate and House pursuing independent paths. Democratic and Republican leaders warn of swift, committee driven considerations as jurisdiction fights continue. Senator McGovern opposes opening 1978 presidential prospects to VP appointment.
Washington sources say President Nixon will reveal his choice for Vice President in a televised address from the White House. Five candidates remained under consideration after Camp David talks, with former Texas Governor John Connally among names discussed though not confirmed. Public and congressional reaction suggested a decision could come before the week's end.
The House debated a broad fuel allocation plan amid references to heating and gas supplies. Key figures discussed timing, cost, and implementation, with panel votes signaling potential passage and the possibility of broader energy policy changes.
An unclear AP style note from Washington discusses corn harvest estimates with figures in billions of bushels. The text appears garbled and incomplete but indicates a drop in projected corn production and mentions government or agricultural agencies.
An oil and metal shavings spill along a 23 mile stretch of M1 between Davenport and Muscatine led to about 70 vehicles with flat tires. Highway crews cleared debris as Davenport's Alter Co waited for the cleanup. No injuries were reported.
Readers describe a group of Chaette Women at a local shop buying paintings. A man assists with a new adie VaR deed involving a pedilier. Police investigate potential fraud and welfare of residents.
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