Bork battle exposes extremists and media tactics
The column argues that opposition to Robert Bork mirrors McCarthyism and criticizes People for the American Way for using fear, not facts, to raise funds. It contrasts PAW with Adler and Lewis, noting PAW’s exaggerated claims and calls out the politics behind the anti Bork campaign. It ends by invoking Joe McCarthy as a cautionary parallel.
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35 Percent of Jobless Claims in Iowa Questioned
Iowa Job Service reports 35 percent error rate in 600 claims reviewed for quality control, with overpayments and dependents misstatements cited. Moran notes $16.4 million in overpayments sought over a decade and outlines plans to expand auditing to 800 cases next year, plus broader reviews of denied claims and employer tax collections.
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Cedar Rapids man gets up to 20 years for pair of attacks
Henry E. Parrish Sr., 35, of 390 16th St. SE, was sentenced in Linn District Court on guilty pleas to third degree sexual abuse and willful injury, both 10 year terms, to run consecutively. A prior forcible felony makes half the term mandatory. He was linked to a May 3 sexual assault on his girlfriend and a November 11 beating of Harry Fleck at Parrish’s residence. He also faced a first degree kidnapping charge related to a May 6 attack on a coworker. Trial set for November.
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Minnesota youth holds teacher at gunpoint in Park Rapids
A 15 year old high school sophomore in Park Rapids Minnesota held history teacher Shelli Vie at gunpoint for five hours until surrendering to authorities. No shots were fired and no one was hurt. The student handed over the weapon after negotiations.
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Seniors offered 80 cent breakfast at Cedar Rapids schools
Senior citizens ages 60 and older can enjoy breakfast for 80 cents at Cedar Rapids schools starting Monday. The Heritage Agency on Aging and the School District food services department initiated the first in the state program, with Robin Heller noting ample space and anticipated strong participation. Neighborhood schools provide parking, entrance, and meal details.
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ISU ROTC cadet dies during campus drill
Ames, Iowa State University junior Kirk Burrack, 21, collapsed during a 30 minute Army ROTC drill on campus and died after being taken to Mary Greeley Hospital. Medical examiner preliminary results cite natural causes from a cardiac arrhythmia. He was from Arlington, son of James and Sharon Burrack. funeral arrangements are pending.
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Universal and union ratify three year contract at Universal
Nearly 100 machinist Local 831 workers end a strike at Universal Engineering after ratifying a three year deal that restores wage increases, eliminates a two tier wage plan, increases pensions, and reduces paid holidays from fourteen to twelve as Petibone seeks bankruptcy reorganization.
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