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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1980
Page
6
The article argues that freezing military doctors salaries at 59 000 while private sector pay averages 70 000 worsens doctor shortages across the Army Navy and Air Force. It links pay policy to morale pension cuts and broader defense spending, urging caution in any reductions and noting potential policy impacts on national security.
The Iowa Senate backs an amendment restricting rate increases by utilities, while the House seeks broader limits. A joint conference may resolve the way utilities file and collect, with potential delays before any rate hikes take effect. May 25 IE utility charges hinge on commission rulings amid malfeasance findings.
A letter argues that tenants vandalize property by slamming walls ripping doors breaking windows and stealing copper while the landlord seeks protection from tenants who invest nothing and cause disturbances, noting it takes months to remove problem tenants and garbage.
A reader addresses the editor accusing welfare agencies and a tenant of evading rent payments. The writer alleges agencies offer advice to bilk a free month’s rent and describes the tenant’s conduct as destructive. The letter expresses frustration with unspecified agencies or individuals involved.
Diana Taylor’s review notes the Dubuque opening band was loud at times and the Bama Band toned down the volume. Merle Kilgore’s Johnny Cash impression was strong. Hank Williams Jr. finally appeared at 10:27 after a long intermission with a wheezy voice, saving Family Tradition for last. He joked about blanks and audience requests.
Dorothy Thompson and Linn-Mar Community Schools warn that television shapes children more than the March 7 Gazette front page suggests. They describe firsthand observations of aggressive play, language, and behavior tied to TV viewing and urge parental guidance amid perceived propaganda and audience-driven advertising pressures.
James J. Kilpatrick argues that a year after the Three Mile Island accident the safety record of nuclear plants is reinforced. He cites a government staff report indicating no explosion or core melt would have ruptured the vessel or containment, and notes stronger safety procedures have followed. He dismisses critics like Ralph Nader and supports continued nuclear construction over coal.
The Cedar Rapids performance by El Kahir drew praise for excellent talent and enduring effort spanning 51 years. Directors and all staff at the Paramount Theater contributed to a wonderful afternoon enjoyed by locals.
A Conference Board survey warns the United States faces a worsening tech gap as R&D spending falls to 2.22 percent of GNP from 2.64, while Soviet and other nations rise. Federal support drops from 60 to 50 percent. scientist and engineer pools shrink about 13 percent in the 1970s.
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