17 Sep 1978
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1978
Page
1
Cedar Rapids reports that an astronaut will address the cornerstone laying of the Five Seasons Community Center. The event marks the town’s new civic project as page coverage notes the speaker lineup.
Frank Nye opens a 19 part series on county politics noting a GOP dynasty that lasted nearly four decades ended recently in a northeast Iowa county. The piece also observes Fayette’s local interpretation of the CIA initials versus national meanings.
A Mt. Vernon farmer has installed a solar grain drying system, highlighting progress in sustainable farming. The feature notes the location on page 6B.
A brief survey notes ongoing development of a proposed downtown mall with focus on urban planning and retail mix. It highlights cross city perspectives from Cedar Rapids Chicago and St. Louis residents and hints at regional language variations.
Eastern Iowa high school unveils a commemorative statue for a young alumna who died tragically. The memorial, a rare type of tribute, stands as a lasting tribute to her memory and impact on the school community.
The University of Iowa defeated its opponent 20 to 3 to secure the season opener victory. Game details appear on Page 1E with coverage continuing in Section A.
Administrative Law Judge Montgomery K. Hyun ruled that Anacin ads misled about relieving nervousness tension stress fatigue or low mood. He ordered American Home Products Corp to state in future ads that Anacin is not a tension reliever and that the claim may be appealed to the FTC full commission.
new york aris to his wife jackie jackie bouvier kennedy onassis inheritance shrink akin to two percent of marriage contract bir mingham writes in good housekeepin g excerpt october issue confirms his lawyers used to alter law in greece to void agreement following 1973 quarrel over villa sale amid costly spending accusations by onassis of jackies lavish taste
Seven people died as tornadoes ravaged central Iowa on Interstate 80 near Grinnell and near Baxter. Debris blocked roads, cars were hurled into buildings, and witnesses spoke of trapped victims and rescued children amid blown gas stations and a restaurant. Authorities warned of more deaths as the storm’s wake was surveyed.
Iowa fullback and co captain Jon Lazar from Tama gains five yards late in the second quarter of a 20 to 3 victory over Northwestern before 56 840 fans at Kinnick Stadium. Northwestern players Chuck Kern and Dean Payne are named. tackle by Guy Knafale noted.
National Guard says it recaptured Chinandega and parts of Esteli while claiming reduced Sandinista activity in Managua. Witnesses report continued battles in Leon with accusations of women and children used as shields. Other cities remain contested as curfew and siege persist.
Partly cloudy and pleasant conditions with temperatures reaching the low 70s. Authorities note a miracle drug may be hazardous to health though it has not been officially identified as such.
The Middle East summit in CAMP DAVID moves toward a dramatic finish as President Carter works to unite Egypt and Israel on key peace issues. Carter proposed a late Sunday conclusion with Sadat and Begin in separate talks as officials called negotiations delicate at a critical stage with possible full, partial, or failed results.
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