Reagan wins defense bill with MX missile and nerve gas
The Democratic controlled House approved the 1984 defense authorization bill by 266 to 152 after Senate passage. The measure funds new weapons including the MX missile and resumes chemical weapons production. Iowa's six member delegation opposed the bill. The bill now goes to President Reagan, amid U S response to the Soviet downing of KAL 007.
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Senate backs unanimous resolution on Korean Air Lines attack
The Senate joined the House in a 95 to 0 vote condemning the destruction of Korean Air Lines Flight 007. The resolution now goes to President Reagan for signature as Congress pledges a united stand against Soviet aggression.
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Bohemian sells downtown office building to bank
United State Bank of Cedar Rapids buys Bohemian Savings and Loan downtown building at 320 Third St SE for occupancy early next year. The bank plans executive offices on the second floor and a teller lobby on the ground floor while its southwest base remains the main facility. Bohemian will relocate to larger quarters in the central business district.
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Cedar Rapids
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Charles Cebuhar
United State
Allison Hotel
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Blairs Ferry Road
Robert S. DeWaay
the Gazette
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Fire marshal halts Oxford temporary classroom project
The state fire marshal ordered the Oxford site built by Clear Creek teachers closed, citing lack of prior approval and noncompliance with fire code. Superintendent Jon Baker admitted the mistake and outlined required changes, including wider doors, corridor fixtures removal, door and stair widenings, and flame resistant ceiling tiles.
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Clear Creek
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Experience as comic nature gives hope after loss
A man coping with the loss of his tail finds humor in its absence, reflecting on how misfortune can shape resilience and outlook. The anecdote frames physical change as fodder for wit and renewed self perception.
Swami Vishnu Devananda crosses Berlin Wall by glider
Indian swami Swami Vishnu Devananda flew his motorized hang glider over the Berlin Wall into East Germany to preach peace with flowers. He was detained, warned, and sent back to West Berlin, while praising East German officials who treated him kindly and returned him by subway.
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