Bible as Textbook Referendum Divides Clear Creek Voters
In Tiffin Iowa 2100 registered voters face a referendum on using the Bible as a supplemental textbook in the Clear Creek school district. Ian Johnson a University of Town law student champions the plan saying miracles may be needed for passage while opponents and the Iowa Civil Liberties Union warn it could violate constitutional rights and threaten court action. A high school forum drew national attention but little visible support for Johnson.
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Man opens fire at Labor Day pool party in Willow Grove
Retired carpenter Joseph Shingle told his wife he could not sleep and went to work in the garage. He armed himself with a rifle and pistol and walked 250 feet to the host’s home, opening fire on about 15 guests and fatally wounding himself after killing two others, with two more in critical condition. Police found no motive and noted no prior complaints about noise at the party.
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Reagan to Meet Advisers on Economy Recovery
President Reagan, returning from a California trip, plans a high level briefing with Treasury Secretary Regan, budget chief Stockman, and other advisers to diagnose why high interest rates and budget frictions hinder recovery. Cabinet discussions will cover Pentagon spending, defense cuts, and potential Saudi radar plane sales.
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