Iowa reform bill sparks debate over voter access
The 1970 Iowa Legislature faces heavy work as Senate File 665 on election reforms encounters House obstacle. Critics warn it may curb participation by forcing new registrations, limiting mobile registrars, and requiring ID, while reducing polling booths. An adjacent Mississippi desegregation case raises concern over equal educational access and disparities, underscoring push for thoughtful reform.
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Unlimited possibilities bill targets California grapes in defense buys
A congressional bill proposes halting Defense Department grape purchases to pressure California grape growers amid union activity. In 1968 Defense ranked third among grape buyers, shipping about 2 million pounds annually to Vietnam. The letter questions halting other essential military supplies if unions fail to meet terms.
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Lipsky Reports Early Progress In 1970 Iowa Legislature
Des Moines IA June 3 1970 State Representative Joan Lipsky Cedar Rapids writes on the opening days of the 63rd General Assembly noting more than 25 bills passed and a first act defeating a juvenile court jurisdiction bill She cites a five member committee to study child labor law changes including a Lipsky bill Governor Ray and leaders back reforms aiming to create 14 and 15 year old job opportunities and end discrimination against girls unemployment under descritage the existing limited jobs open to boys.
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Northwestern Bell posts record Iowa investment in 1969
Northwestern Bell reports 1969 as a record year in Iowa with 1,083,000 telephones served, 51,000 more than 1968, and daily local calls averaging 4.8 million. Long distance calls rose 12 percent, and the company laid out underground cable and lines. James E. Olson forecast $65 million in 1970 construction and a $300 million five year Iowa investment.
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Iowans Benefit From Sixth Phone Rate Cut In Years
The report states Iowans will gain from a sixth telephone rate reduction in as many years, promising better service and a marked improvement to the surrounding urban and rural areas beyond winter storm damage relief.
Cedar Rapids Library Forgives Overdue Fines Amnesty Month
The Cedar Rapids Library designates January as a month of amnesty for overdue books and materials. All fines will be waived and records destroyed to encourage returns and future use. Beginning February a new policy will switch from punishment to billing for overdue items.
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