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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1972
Page
7
Authorities stopped Campbell Was on Highway 150 near Hiawatha Friday evening and jailed him on a charge of going armed with intent. A quantity of a substance believed to be narcotics was found in his possession after the arrest, with no further details available.
DES MOINES AP. Liquor sales in the past quarter rose by 1.3 million dollars over 1971, with total first-quarter sales reaching 19.5 million. Director Halland Gallagher attributed the increase to two factors: new drinking rights for 19 and 20-year-olds and more sales to out-of-state residents. He said the rise signals rising affluence and is above the normal yearly increase.
Gov. Robert D. Ray urged using federal revenue sharing funds to cut property taxes in Iowa. He said the legislature should determine the distribution, and if reelected he would first seek tax relief rather than broad spending. Ray voiced optimism about Iowa's economy, industry, and future state finances.
Waterloo UK report: Leo Slawell Gled, 51, collapsed and died of a heart attack near halftime as his son Al Slawell started his first high school football game at Waterloo Columbus Waterast. Linwell died on arrival. Al was later removed from play. Nearby, reports mention 300 prisoners at Menard prison in Chester calling for Governor Stevenson.
Fragmentary ad copy shows prices and offerings for car parts mirrors and glass services, with references to discounts and transfers. Mentions general advert lines, a real estate school, and miscellaneous faux listings. The readable portions suggest a small classified page with促 selling hours and rates.
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