19 Sep 1990
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1990
Page
1
Deliberations continue in a civil suit pitting St. Luke's Hospital President Sam Wallace against Dr. Kingsley Grant of Cedar Rapids. Jurors will decide if an oral contract existed between the hospital and Grant, its former head of pathology. Details on page 1B.
The FDA told toothpaste and mouthwash makers to submit data within six months to back claims they prevent plaque and other dental conditions or remove those claims from labels. The agency said such statements constitute drug claims since they address treatment or prevention of disease.
Cedarapids Inc will halt production for one week beginning Oct 1 at its Cedar Rapids plant located at 916 16th St NE. About 500 employees will be affected while some departments continue operations to support sales service and parts. The pause aims to adjust inventory amid slower sales. The plant is a division of Raytheon Corp and makes road building equipment.
The Centers for Disease Control report shows syphilis cases up 34 percent from 1981 to 1989, with blacks experiencing the largest jump. The federal study highlights a notable public health trend. Details appear on page 6D.
A humorous line notes that politicians airing disputes produce many windbags. The quip reflects on rhetorical flair over substance, implying empty talk accompanies political debate.
Norwest senior vice president Sung Won Sohn warns Americans face months of agony from rising prices after a 0.8 percent CPI jump. He notes energy-linked inflation and a soft economy may trigger a recession with limited job opportunities, as the gulf crisis looms over oil prices.
Charles Keating, tied to the nation's largest thrift collapse, jailed on 5 million bail after a 42 count California indictment. He and three executives allegedly sold securities by false statements and omissions and lied to regulators.
The Pentagon says Iraq has expanded its border force to 360,000 troops with 2,800 tanks, moving armor rearward and infantry forward in defensive positions. A U.S. officer says the buildup signals preparation for a possible assault by U.S.-led forces. Also, the U.S. Navy inspected the Soviet ship Pyotr Masherov in the Red Sea under the UN embargo, allowing it to proceed to Aqaba with no protest from Moscow.
Investigators identified a charred body found near Jefferson Elementary School in Davenport as Jennifer Ann Lewis, a 9 year old girl reported missing from Rock Island. Davenport and Rock Island police said she was last seen Monday evening, with autopsy pending details and homicide treated as likely.
University of Iowa professor Steve Duck reports in the Iowa Communication Record that Wednesdays see the most arguments among spouses and close relations. The study notes men plan more than women and initiate more late night meetings, with friends most satisfied by communication and lovers seeing interaction as important for future relationships.
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