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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1976
Page
22
Linn county supervisors explore a state proposed regional jail to ease overcrowding at the 50 year old Linn jail. A 39 bed facility with 15 staff could house prisoners from other jurisdictions, funded largely by the state, reducing deadline pressures while preserving constitutional protections.
Tom Riley urged public access as IPACE opened its meeting to gauge his educational views. The panel previously held private sessions with candidates, drawing debate over transparency. The Riley space meeting followed Blouin’s open stance, prompting a Gazette summary of both candidates’ positions and questions.
Jimmy Carter, ahead of Gerald Ford on 12 of 20 issues in a Harris Survey of 1,381 likely voters, holds a 53-39 percent overall lead. Carter shows strength on domestic affairs and integrity, while Ford leads on defense and spending controls. debates are seen as pivotal to shaping voter choice.
ST. HELENA Calif Nell Mac Veagh a Napa Valley ranch owner and Democrat would vote for Ford today citing trust in him and doubt about Carter Debates may not close that distance as many Democrats view them as staged and the public may stay disengaged Carter is seen as capable but too polished for some voters and his humanity under stress may be tested by a crisis
In Linn County a deputy, Workman, faced layoffs and legal questions amid a sheriff’s policy clash. He ran for sheriff, won the primary, but months of suspension followed. Ferris, allied with Sheriff Grant, edged into the race independently. A jail commission, including Ferris, notes administration issues tied to Grant’s leadership.
Residents express demand for a sheriff who is experienced and educated, emphasizing fairness and impartiality in Linn county. DJ Workman is recommended as the candidate best suited to lead reforms and restore public trust.
Readers are invited to share memories anecdotes letters documents or photographs related to parachuting from its earliest days to today for use in a biography of Lewis B. Sanborm. The editor notes on a Sept 5 Blue Cross letter raise questions about deleted editor cuts and why.
Editor Carl Riblet Jr notes portions missing from a prior piece, reflecting political discontent ahead of ballots. He argues the times are full of doubt as promises about computers fail to curb living costs and a chain of machines supposedly calculates every move.
A PFC survey shows Ford ahead 43 to 41 in New York and Virginia 43 to 41, with Carter strong in Tennessee Florida and Mississippi. South results show Ford ahead in Virginia 43 to 41, Alabama Carter leads by eight, and Texas Mississippi vary. Republican leaders push for Dole in Richmond meeting as Carter campaign exploits South visit.
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