20 Feb 1976
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1976
Page
1
Dr. Abred E. Knoll, 64, says malpractice coverage raises bills and invites lawsuits. He dropped his policy two years ago after a $240,000 settlement without his knowledge, arguing patients should pay for accident insurance instead.
John Tandarich of the state archeologist's office spoke at the Washington County Historical Society dinner at Captain's Table. He showed digs and early Iowa sites, urged local groups to cooperate, and noted preservation challenges near new building projects. Frank Kleese presided as Blair House Players performed readings.
Doctors in Atlanta report discovery of two flu strains at Ft Dix New Jersey including swine influenza in four men with one death. Officials warn the swine-type virus has no current inoculation and its relation to the 1918 Spanish flu requires careful evaluation.
The Washington Concert Association reveals the 1976 77 lineup headed by I Do I Do performed by Jack and Sally Jenkins with ensemble. Other attractions include Lee Erwin theater organist and The Mac Frampton Triumvirate. Membership drive led by Mrs. Virgil Tschantz with fees $10 adult $5 student $25 family.
Iowa legislators move a 7 percent cap on local budget growth toward a conference committee after the House narrowly approved a looser version. The measure aims to curb property tax hikes tied to state land revaluations and faces Senate support for tighter limits.
The Mid-Prairie School District opened a fact-finding hearing in Wellman as teachers demand a base salary of 8 900 while the board offers 8 750. PERB appointed Harry Graham of Madison to file recommendations within 15 days. About 35 spectators attended as negotiations address health insurance and leaves.
A roving cold front slammed the Rockies with heavy snow and blasted the Southwest with winds up to 72 mph. The gusts overturned at least 11 trucks on desert highways near Los Angeles and Las Vegas, shattered windows at Las Vegas hotels, and caused widespread power outages and travel delays across the region.
A winter storm will bring rain tonight with a low near 30s. Measurable precipitation chances are 70 percent tonight and 60 percent Saturday. Snow may mix with rain and change to snow later tonight, then end with clearing Saturday. Highs will reach upper 30s to lower 40s and northeast winds reach 15 to 30 mph.
Patricia Hearst refuses to answer 21 questions about her missing year in the SLA captivity case saying it could incriminate her. The 22 year old heiress testified under cross examination about her activities from September 1974 in Las Vegas to September 1975 in San Francisco, the time of her capture. Prosecutors pressed her about a possible April 1975 Carmichael bank robbery and a slain mother, while defense argued over forcing answers with the jury present. Hearst described fear of her captors and tearfully discussed relationships and past contacts.
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