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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1985
Page
2
Thomas Carney returns to lead the Cedar Rapids Public Library on Sept. 16 after a three month stress related medical leave. The report notes his absence and planned reengagement with library operations.
Iowa studies released Tuesday show about 30 000 fewer jobs than in 1979 with a 48 900 drop in manufacturing and a 21 200 rise in services. Economists warn the farm sector will not improve soon and Little sign of recovery in the Midwest.
The Iowa Lottery will draw the first 10 jackpot finalists from the 223 winners of the $100 instant game started August 23. The 1 p.m. Des Moines drawing selects finalists who will later appear on a live TV show to spin the jackpot wheel with 99 prize slots. The initial jackpot minimum is $500,000. the size will be announced Thursday.
The Gazette clarifies a prior report stating one of every 252 doctors with a malpractice case filed against them is disciplined. It notes corrections will be published for accuracy and completeness, with readers urged to call 398 8313 to complain.
Des Moines developer Ken Grandquist bought 157 acres in Altoona for 1.6 million and outlined financing for a 45 million horse track near Adventureland. He aims to fund via private and possible public stock offerings while projecting 2,264 permanent jobs and 114 million in local economic impact.
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