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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1979
Page
6
Editorial page notes publisher J F Hladky Jr as president and editor in chief outlining community concerns and stances. The column reflects on public affairs and local governance through the newspaper’s voice and editorial tone.
The piece notes Prop 13 influence on tax politics as lawmakers nationwide push cutting measures. Iowa debates include Gov. Ray proposing a $50 million income tax refund and Sen. Kinley seeking a July sales tax suspension amid criticism that the plan may not work.
Wisconsin under Republican Governor Lee Dreyfus implements a May to June income tax holiday. The 475 million surplus funds the cut as residents gain more take home pay with a family of four at 10 000 income saving 498 and a 40 000 family saving 703. The plan faces taxes on resulting spending.
The court held that random stop checks on motorists without probable cause violate privacy. Justice White noted drivers retain privacy despite regulation and that police cannot single out one car for a stop to hunt for unrelated crimes. Systematic traffic regulation remains legal with broad roadblock-style checks.
A reader questions dog owners who let pets roam sidewalks. They fear unpredictability and potential bites, noting the law requires leashes. While loving dogs, the writer acknowledges some animals are friendly and others pose risks to pedestrians.
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin LaGrange thank the Marion rescue squad two Marion policemen Cedar Rapids ambulance team and the St Luke's emergency room for prompt kindness and effort to revive their baby son Clifford on March 22. They apologize if any helper was missed.
The Linn County Association for Retarded Citizens celebrates the second anniversary of its Citizen Advocacy program. Mentions how protégés gain independence through befriending advocates and how volunteers gain fulfillment, with thanks to those involved for enriching mentally retarded citizens' lives.
A speaker laments rising selfishness and waste in American life, urging the public to work together, seek guidance from the Lord, and adopt a broader perspective beyond personal comfort. The message condemns finger-pointing and calls for collective action before it is too late. The remark ends with a proverb about a 9 to 5 wife and her husband’s lack of a key to the front door.
The piece warns that US arms shipments to North Yemen amount to nearly 540 million dollars and risk entangling Washington in a regional power struggle. It highlights Yemen's instability, Soviet and Saudi influence, and President Carter's exemption of arms transfers from congressional review as an ill advised bid to curry Saudi favor.
In a low key stance Saudis warn Washington not to pressure them over a comprehensive Middle East peace. Kissinger warned of oil weapon use and the Saudis leverage their influence as Soviet oil influence grows. Carter seeks Saudi support while avoiding overt pressure, with Brzezinski delivering a cautious pledge to keep Israel on a peace track.
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