Word: oman
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...everyone's attention because it is Iowa's only statewide paper (27% of all Iowa families subscribe, 40% on Sunday), with the power to define issues and influence election results. It is also sophisticated, readable and not at all bashful about its leadership role. Says David Oman, press secretary to Iowa Governor Robert Ray: "They feel they have a mission to set the agenda for Iowa and to prod the state on important issues...
...Sultan, now 38, has made a remarkable advance toward bringing his country out of the Dark Ages. The three miles of paved highway have grown to 1,305, and there are an additional 8,055 miles of graded road. Oman now has 13 hospitals, twelve health centers and 365 schools. In 1970, the country had two nurses and twelve doctors; the totals today are 624 and 211. Color television and air conditioning are common; new construction is transforming the capital of Muscat into a dusty city of modern banks, hotels and low-cost housing. By and large, British industry...
...Oman's support for the Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty: I sincerely believe a first step toward a lasting peace must be made. For a long time nobody had the guts to try, and then Sadat did it. I believe his was a necessary step, a courageous one because without a start you can't do anything. Signing is only a first step, it is not the final step. The Egyptian government has assured us of this, and we believe what they...
...Soviet intentions: It's no secret what the Soviets are doing. They plan to extend their influence in the gulf. They have already gained South Yemen, which is the Soviet base for making trouble elsewhere in this area. Here in Oman we have firsthand experience with how they use people, encourage and aid troublemakers. The Russians wait for opportunity, then they jump. We are prepared to stop troublemakers, but if a Soviet-planned aggression gets too big, we will need support. Sadat will send us military help without hesitation. Saudi Arabia is [also] an obvious power in this area...
...monarchy: I would very much like to feel that I am not carrying all the burdens of building our country, as it may appear, entirely by myself. I'd like to see us create a democracy for Oman, and I sincerely hope that day is not too far distant. I am guiding my people toward that day. In terms of being a part of the modern world, we are only eight years old. I don't want to be a monarch who never gives up the burden and doesn't share it. The monarch who carries...