Legislature Presses Budget Power in Iowa
Democratic leaders plan budget hearings before the 1978 session, provoking Governor Ray who warns the legislature is encroaching on executive prerogatives. The issue centers on who initiates and prepares a balanced budget and the role of the governor versus the Legislature. The piece argues for involving the judiciary to resolve the dispute.
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Iowa
Ray
Francis Messerly
Cedar Falls
John Camp
Bryant
Judiciary
Medical cannabis could gain prescribing rights for some patients
If the federal advisory committee approves after next month, doctors might be allowed to prescribe marijuana for certain cancer and glaucoma patients. The piece notes cannabis history from Shen Nung to 19th century uses and calls for careful research to guide potential medical use and lawful access.
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Controlled Substances Advisory Committee
Shen Nung
Europe
United States
Concorde Flights and the Economic Outlook at Kennedy Airport
The piece argues that Concorde operations may be limited by economics and public skepticism. It notes the test flights to New York, potential protests, and the Kennedy airport debate. It discusses Senate efforts to restrict first class deductions and predicts Concorde's future impact as uncertain, possibly fading or revived by later decisions.
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Kennedy
Senate
United States
Kennedy Airport
Helmet law debate letter to the editor challenges Dr Solomon
A reader argues against motorcycle helmet mandates in response to Dr Solomon's Oct 11 article. The letter questions helmet effectiveness and calls for balanced coverage of helmet related hazards and accident causes.
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Neil Solomon
Letter to editor questions helmet use and motorcycle risk
The writer argues helmetless riders survive crashes and disputes Dr. Solomon on societal costs of motorcyclist risks. They claim insurance rates are driven by motorcycle ownership and caution that helmets won t prevent all injuries while acknowledging some head protection benefits.
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Solomon
Fair Garbage Fees For Multiunit Property Protest
A senior landlord objects to a $12 monthly garbage pickup charge for four rental units with one or two cans. He argues labor is minimal and suggests $3 monthly, noting shared meters and utilities. After contacting the water company and mayor Canney with no result, he seeks fair treatment while trying to sell the property and keep rents stable.
New York Faces SST Controversy Amid Airport Arrivals
The piece notes an Emergency Coalition To Stop The SST in New York, while Concorde flights continue to arrive. It references humorous local group names and quotes officials and residents reacting to the ongoing sonic and cultural clash surrounding the jet.
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New York City
United States
New York
Reading Anatoly's thoughts
William Safire reports from Washington as Anatoly Dobrynin asserts Soviet leverage in SALT talks. He foresees a 2 200 missile limit while gaining tech freedom and Backfire bomber leeway, claiming strategic superiority for the USSR amid Carter administration diplomacy in Europe.
Soviet analyst hedge over Western concessions and dissident visits
A Soviet observer questions American concession moves on neutron bombs and theater cruise missiles while plotting responses to US actions on human rights and dissidents. The note notes Brezhnev appointments, hints at Moscow’s leverage, and recalls past crises as winter wears on.
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Gromyko
Moscow
Carter
Western
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