Reagan era optimism fades amid Libya threats and flag symbolism
The piece recalls a bygone era when Americans felt admired abroad and explores the costs of Reagan era policies. It criticizes Libya’s bombings, questions the effectiveness of anti terrorism tactics, and mocks Bush’s oil stance while praising public sentiment and fear of flying.
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Kapa Ann Reborn as Home on Cedar River
The Kapa Ann once sailed Cedar River for prom and wedding events and has returned, remodeled by Arnie and Sandy McDowell into a house. Ramblin', page 7A.
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Going to bat for America
Columnist George Will argues that tradition alone fails as persuasion and that aesthetics and science must be considered. The editorial on page 6A discusses aluminum bats and their harsh sound to illustrate how rhetoric and material changes affect the game and public perception.
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Wilder and Radner Hope to Flee to Foreign Country
Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner aim to hide out abroad when their film Haunted Honeymoon opens in America in July. They expect the new comedy to be terrific but fear hostile critics in show business.
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Shcharansky Finds Ocean of Love After Release
Anatoly Shcharansky, freed from Soviet captivity and now in Israel, told 2,000 Jerusalem students he has moved from a sea of hatred to an ocean of love. He plans a U S tour in May after a month of seclusion in northern Israel.
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Bond issue vote unanimous in Denton County district
Mechelle Barnes was the district’s only voter and election judge as the Denton County Levee Improvement District approved a 20.1 million dollar bond issue for flood control. Barnes, a district renter, kept polls open until 7 pm, narrowly missing city and school elections in Lewisville.
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Computer buff found slain in locked bedroom
A 15 year old computer buff, David Chow, was found stabbed to death in his locked bedroom in New York. Police say there were no signs of forced entry or robbery and investigators suspect he knew his killer.
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Gazette subscription rates and mailing instructions
The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists subscription prices including 7 issues for Sunday editions at $10.40 for 4 weeks and $110.00 for 52 weeks, with $140.00 for 52 weeks to U.S. territories. It notes no mail subscriptions in areas with carrier service and directs changes to The Gazette Company P.O. Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406.
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