Raw milk conflict in Iowa case tests pasteurization rule
The Jackson County case of a farm wife charged with selling raw milk highlights tension between a protective Iowa law and its enforcement. Advocates favor keeping pasteurization, while some propose farm sales with testing or limited exemptions to reduce risk and penalties. The article argues for maintaining the pasteurization requirement.
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Jackson County
Iowa
Delbert Banowetz
Justice and Vesco probe cited amid perjury hints
An unnamed Justice Department source says involvement of White House aide Richard Harden could be an isolated issue not Watergate II. The Vesco case expands with resignations, stalled extradition efforts, and questions over DOJ handling while long delays persist in examining Vesco’s alleged $224 million mutual fund fraud and Latin American influence.
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Justice Department
The
New York Times
White House
Richard Harden
Robert Vesco
Ulmer
Vesco
Justice
Gazette
Harden
Lee
Philip Heymann
Times
Heymann
Costa Rica
U.S
Bahamas
Regional commissions threaten state and local authority
A public works bill move to create nationwide regional commissions could erode land use and growth powers held by states. Cost 3.8 billion from 1980 to 1983, per Aug 11 Human Events. Citizens urged to contact congressmen before House debate after summer recess.
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U.S. Senate
House of Representatives
House Public Works Committee
Utility rate reform urged amid PURPA debate
Gary Wallin outlines PURPA goals to conserve, use utility resources efficiently, and ensure fair rates. He cites six rate standards Iowa Commerce Commission will weigh after hearings by year end 1980, including cost of service and potential lifeline rates. He warns of biased studies from Stone & Webster and urges public turnout at Sept 17 lifeline hearing in Linn County Courthouse des moines.
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Iowa State Commerce Commission
PURPA
Department of Energy
Stone & Webster Management
Stone & Webster
Gary Wallin
Cedar Rapids
Citizens United For Responsible Energy
Iowa Commerce Commission
The
Commerce Commission
Linn County
Edison Electric Institute
Utility Regulatory Analysis Program
State Capitol
Des Moines
Israelis fear Sadat plan could push PLO role in talks
Israelis warn Egyptian moves may push the PLO into the peace process after Anwar Sadat's recognition of Israel and the Egyptian–Israeli treaty. They say the accord opens the door for PLO participation and a shift in U.S. positions, with implications for West Bank autonomy and eventual self-rule.
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Israel
Egypt
PLO
White House
Sinai Desert
West Bank
Jordan River
Jordan
Hussein
Sharon
Sadat
Menachem Begin
United States
United Nations
Mideast
Begin
Washington
Carter
U.S. Firms Lose Out After Peace Pact Shifts Middle East Business
The peace treaty moves Middle East projects away from American firms. Gulf nations' post oil wealth drives hundreds of millions in highway telecom and energy projects, shrinking U S share from 9 percent to about 3 percent as rivals from Asia Europe gain.
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Persian Gulf
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
India
Councilman Calls for State Third-Party Home Inspections
Marion city councilman urges state Building Department to ensure third party inspections of manufactured homes. He notes limited local options and stresses inspections at construction, fearing some issues may be unseen until demolition or loss.
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Marion
State Building Department
Letter on smoking attitudes at Linn County Care Facility
A resident writes to oppose smoking bans, praising current policy as fair and courteous. The letter notes many residents and staff smoke, fire hazards of smoking in bedrooms, and the author’s preference to remain a non-smoker while condemning anti-smoker sentiment. It reflects concern for health and personal choice.
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Linn County
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