O Connor Senate vote clears path to Supreme Court seat
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Sandra Day O Connor by a 17 to 0 vote on Tuesday, signaling easy confirmation in the full Senate for President Reagan s first Supreme Court pick. One anti abortion Republican abstained. Pope John Paul II issued a broad encyclical backing labor unions urging worker participation in management and fair wages.
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Secret Worcester concert sparks six arrests at small nightclub
A secret Rolling Stones show in Worcester draws about 300 fans. police report six arrests after a beer-soaked mob of hundreds tried to force entry. Police Captain John Walsh notes no major incidents given the crowd’s mentality.
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Cedar Rapids Housing Meeting Sparks CCI Talk
In Cedar Rapids a Citizens for Community Improvement sponsored session offered few uplifting remarks on affordable housing at a Page 8A meeting.
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Detective testifies on threats before Marion dismissal
A Marion detective testified under oath at a Civil Service Commission hearing that Capt. Joe Neuhaus twice threatened to fire Patrolman Jim Weitenhagen before Neuhaus actually dismissed him. The testimony adds to the dispute over the case.
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Leonard and Hearns set to crown boxing's best in Vegas
In Las Vegas, Sugar Ray Leonard and Thomas Hearns meet to decide who is superior. The sports section highlights the headline bout as the standout event of the night with prominent attention on the potential outcome.
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Cattle on Feed Lowest Since 1975 Amidbleak Price Outlook
The cattle on feed in seven major states fall to a level not seen since September 1, 1975, prompting trader skepticism toward rising cattle prices soon. Page 7B.
Weather Report Extended Forecast Fair Warms Into Weekend
Extended forecast calls for fair skies with a warming trend Friday through Sunday. Highs Friday mid 60s to low 70s, lows Friday in the mid to upper 30s, rising to the upper 40s to mid 50s by Sunday.
Extreme temperature spread across the nation
Weather records show a low of 28 degrees at West Yellowstone Montana and a high of 114 degrees at Palm Springs California on Tuesday, highlighting dramatic regional temperature extremes.
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Consumers warned of fraudulent local mailer ad
Iowa consumer protection officials warn that a West Coast Advertising scheme offering home based envelope stuffing for a fee may be a fraud. The ad promises 18 cents per letter with up to 1200 weekly letters, and ties to Empire Mailing and Advertising of Willits California.
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San Mateo County
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Polite Telephone Etiquette Reminders
The guidance emphasizes greeting with a smile in the voice, answering promptly, screening only when necessary with polite questions, explaining delays, and ending calls with courteous goodbyes to reduce friction and convey respect. It also notes that waiting time stretches perception and suggests clear, courteous communication.
Cedar Rapids and area government meetings and events listed
Cedar Rapids City Council bids on Ditch channel work and janitorial services. Linn Supervisors meet with jail consultants. Plumbing Examiners hold master journeyman tests. Housing code participants meet. Public Library Board of Trustees meet. Hiawatha and Mount Vernon also schedule meetings. Violinist Sung Ju Lee performs at University of Iowa recital hall with tickets priced.
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Cedar Rapids to Get FAA Grant for Airport Terminal
The Cedar Rapids Airport Commission will receive 538,955 from the Federal Aviation Administration for the new terminal. Commission chair Clare I Rice and airport manager Roy Jameson noted additional 48,806 in federal funds will be deposited to cover land compensation and local matching funds will pay for grading and drainage work. Bids will be opened at the next Airport Commission meeting, as officials pursue further FAA discretionary funds potentially totaling nearly 8 million if other airports do not qualify by September 30.
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