LinnMar board weighs letter grades in elementary reports
LinnMar Education Association objects to adding letter grades in grades four through six alongside narrative reports, arguing grades deflate and punish factors beyond a student’s control. The board weighs options and considers a growth chart to compare student progress, with debate over parental access to letter grades.
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LinnMar School Board
LinneMar Education Assn
Fetter
LMEA
Lotlur
Paul Kramme
Lina-Mathis
A. H. Coles
Concert Plans at U. of Iowa Delayed
Preliminary plans for a University of Iowa rock concert sponsored by the student entertainment service were delayed due to insufficient funds to cover expenses. Student director David Kragscow said Philip Hubbard refused to allocate money from the contingency fund. Hubbard was unavailable for comment.
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University of Iowa
David Kragscow
Philip Hubbard
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Private launch group forms to fund space mission
Beverly Hills Calif UPI four member committee including science fiction writer Ray Bradbury and Barbara Marx Hubbard daughter of toy magnate Louis Marx discussed a privately financed spaceflight. The group aims to buy a rocket from the United States of Russia for an orbital flight in a spaceship possibly with a plant reflector to beam sunlight on darkened areas of Earth.
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Marion Council Seeding and Sodding Contract Approved
Marion council accepted Harmon Webb Co bid 2,520 for seeding and sodding on the 1978 paving project No 4, with bidders Blue Grays Enterprises and Martinson Equipment and Grading, Inc. Cedar Rapids. Work to start by Oct 2 and finish by Oct 14. Public hearing on plans drew no objections.
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Jana Sodding
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Dave Schmitt
Schwengel Slams Opponent On Prayer Amendment Stance
Congressman Fred Schwengel said Ed Meaningly has not taken a public stand on the prayer amendment, urging clarity before the election. He cited past battles over school prayers as a key religious liberty issue and criticized Meaningly for silence on supporting his position.
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Hughes Questions Kidwell Experience as Sheriff Candidate
Republican sheriff hopeful Gary Hughes told Young Republicans at Memorial Union that William Kidwell lacks vital experience running the sheriff's office. Hughes argued Kidwell's highway patrol background covers few routine sheriff duties and questioned familiarity with jail management, civil process, mental health handling, extradition, and 24 hour communications.
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Clark and Miller Clash Over Taxes and Jobs
Burlington Democrat Clark challenged Republican Miller on tax breaks for corporate interests. He argued such loopholes mainly boost profits, not employment, noting unemployment remains above 5 percent since the measures were reenacted, and urged broad tax cuts to boost consumer buying power and production.
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Benton Declines Debate Invitation For Campaign Cash Transparency
Benton says he turned down a debate invitation from the Des Moines Jaycees citing Miller’s refusal to disclose campaign contributions. He vows to keep informing supporters and to continue to push for openness in campaign funding as he instead backs other efforts.
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Investor Guidance on 1964 Jersey Debentures Choices
A reader asks if to hold or sell 1964 Jersey percent debentures. The trustee warns debentures are as secure as the issuing company, but reports rarely add value. The letter notes AAA ratings, accrued interest, and preference for Triple A bonds over a first mortgage on corporate assets.
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Jersey
Butz Ordered Grain Probe Allegations Spark Inquiry
Secretary of Agriculture Butz denied exporters profited excessively in the U.S. Soviet wheat deal and said he asked PBS to investigate. He cited limited records hindering a definitive probe and said he spoke with White House officials seeking an unbiased agency.
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New York UN Day talk by Iowa senator Riley
Iowa Senator Riley met with American ambassador George Bush and others in New York to discuss observance of UN Day in Iowa. He noted UN budget is under a third of New York City police costs and highlighted UN cost effectiveness for world peace. A Des Moines luncheon on Nov. 10 will close state observances with Gov. Ray attending.
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Elsea Completes Editorial Seminar At Columbia U
Jerry Blsta Gazette editorial writer completed a two week American Press Institute seminar at Columbia University in New York City attended by 26 journalists from 17 states and two Canadian provinces. The program covered editorial operations and writing techniques with guest discussions from Courtney Sheldon Gordon J. MacDonald and Marya Mannes. Elsea, a 1962 graduate, has been with the Gazette since 1963 and previously covered police, beat, peal, and city hall before joining the social page in 1871.
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Train collision deaths man in Ogden crossing
AP report describes Warric Huss, 70, of Ogden, struck and killed by a train at a railroad crossing Thursday. Authorities investigated the incident and noted the location in Ogden as the accident scene.
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