29 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1977
Page
1
A traffic judge in Los Angeles, famed for one of the busiest courts, attracts many offenders seeking the chance to observe him in action, with readers pointed to Page 10A for details.
The fifth installment of a judges series profiles Clinton Shaeffer and Louis Schultz of the Sixth District Court of Iowa in an interview. The report appears on a midweek page. Additionally notes include commentary on stock market crime and aging coffee effects.
In Cedar Rapids Reality 10 executive director, with under three months in the role, expresses special concern over reaching young people who are experimenting with drugs.
A Nebraska steer sold for 14.60 per pound at 1,240 pounds and a Iowa market dog sold for 8.10 per pound at 226 pounds. Air traffic at the Farm Progress Show airfield runs every 20 seconds, likened to Chicago's O'Hare. The Gazette notes a debate on federal aid to crime victims and surveys on inflation versus unemployment. A gymnastics feature highlights Jefferson High School's Jeff Smejkal as Prep of the Week.
Five new cases of Legionnaires' disease have been reported as page 110 notes. Weather forecast: rain possible tonight and Friday with temperatures from the low 50s tonight to the upper 60s Friday.
A terse remark notes that some individuals rely on bill payments as their sole activity. The line highlights financial overexertion rather than physical effort. Copyright.
Senators Abourezk of South Dakota and Metzenbaum of Ohio, who led a filibuster, say they will back a Byrd Jackson compromise on natural gas pricing. They require no amendments from producers allies and seek House Senate talks to lower the $2.03 ceiling toward a closer $1.46 level. The pair call the result better than full deregulation and urge an end to the Senate stalemate.
Treasury Secretary Blumenthal said President Carter's tax reform proposals will be delayed several weeks. The plan aims for fair taxes, targeted cuts, and jobs incentives and will reach Congress before the 1977 term ends after consultations with congressional leaders. The delay reflects pressure from ongoing energy debates.
President Carter signed an $11 billion farm bill calling it a good investment and the most far reaching farm legislation in 40 years. It raises grain incomes revamps food stamps and expands agricultural research with effects on prices at the supermarket expected to be modest.
Fall color reaches peak in Clayton Allamakee and Winneshiek counties with guides noting peak conditions this weekend. Tourists are advised to use chamber booths for maps and scenic drives while weather should stay mild with possible Saturday rain and Sunday sun.
A UPI sourced letter to Social Security argues payments since 1937, including employer matches and interest, total about 120000 dollars, yet a return rate would require the writer to live to 129. The writer recounts his career path from stock boy to reporter and details past earnings and contributions.
Cedar Rapids police report six month statistics show declines in murders rapes robberies breakins and larcenies but a sharp rise in auto thefts. One officer cites lack of deterrents as a factor while discussing charges and potential sentences. Linn County Attorney Kopecky comments on the approach.
Japan agreed to pay 6 million dollars and release nine prisoners to secure freedom for 146 hostages aboard a hijacked Japan Airlines jet at Dacca Airport. The deadline extension was requested as five hostages were released and a pregnant former California assemblyman’s wife remained aboard. The hijackers, from the Japanese Red Army, threatened further killings if demands were not met.
The Commerce Department reported a rise of 0.8 percent in the leading indicators index in August, following smaller gains in July and declines in May and June. A notable 0.3 percent jump in contracts and orders for plants and equipment suggests industries plan to expand factory output and hire more, though the job outlook remains unclear.
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