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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1973
Page
8
The Sunday edition highlights editorials from the Cedar Rapids Gazette with opinions on local issues. Readers are invited to consider perspectives on public policy, community affairs, and civic responsibilities presented by the editorial staff.
A Senate move to curb presidential impoundment by requiring congressional action within 60 days signals a shift toward stronger legislative over executive control. President Nixon vetoed a rural water grant, illustrating tensions as deficit spending and inflation challenge policy.
Rolland Gallagher ends the practice of employees buying damaged-label liquor at below state cost without public benefit. The policy now permits discounts with per-sale profit shown, while critics urge treating customers first. Advocates argue store workers deserve such fringe benefits and that scrutiny protects taxpayers. He warns against nonemployees consuming damaged bottles due to legal issues.
The piece argues youths need advantage to reach maturity yet questions modern tolerance for youth. It contrasts beauty and youth with aging, citing classics to critique a generation labeled “In Generation” and its alignment with ease over hard work.
James Reston surveys the Middlewest noting bright prospects for agriculture amid global demand for fodder. He highlights a youth-filled political shift in Minnesota, rising education spending, and party dynamics, contrasting farm prosperity with national industry trends and regional voting patterns.
A letter to the editor argues against Cedar Rapids Marion Chamber of Commerce emphasis on growth. Floyd Sandford says increased population and infrastructure threaten environmental quality and social services. He urges focusing on stability and local environment rather than expansion. He questions airport expansions and freeway projects as detrimental to quality life.
A reader argues microwaves from police radar could pose eye and brain harm, noting unknown low dose effects and citing international limit differences. The letter questions safety of radar beams aimed at pedestrians and urges caution over capturing speeders.
The piece surveys released POW accounts accusing collaborators of propaganda and warns of duress in obtaining statements. It highlights Maj. Gen. Andrew Evans Jr. as a pivotal informer on torture’s effect and asks how much pain a man should endure before signing. United Feature Syndicate.
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