28 Sep 1988
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1988
Page
1
The Metro News notes a bug control piece on box elder bugs and a national showing of a teen parent demonstration with a $25 000 boost. A Linn County thief, a work release center lawsuit, and paving talk for Hawkeye Downs are also covered. Hayden Fry jokes about turf.
A light humor note about dieting with a playful pun urging readers to keep chins up and stay optimistic despite the extra inches.
NASA officials reported an excellent readiness review for the shuttle Discovery as launch directorate meets to decide final countdown. Former astronaut Robert Crippen said conditions look good, with weather the main risk and a 20 percent chance of bad sky conditions at launch time.
Cedar Rapids City Council weighs Hinzman reinstatement following five hours of support for former Police Chief Gary Hinzman. The council planned to vote at today’s meeting as City Attorney continues to research authority. no decision given.
Two of three Iowa manufacturers expect to expand in the next three years according to a 1988 survey by Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial Research and Service. 87 percent of planners foresee expansions in Iowa, including equipment facilities or jobs, with a generally positive view of the state’s climate despite tax and regulatory concerns.
Lt. Gen. James Abrahamson of the Air Force steps down as head of the Strategic Defense Initiative Organization effective January end. He says a new administration should examine the missile shield project and that progress has been unprecedented but policy should move with new leadership.
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