GAO flags rising share of poor children in 1990s
The GAO reports more than one third of U S 3 and 4 year olds in 1990 came from low income homes an up 17 percent from 1980. Fewer low income children attended early programs with only about a third in 1989 versus two thirds of higher income peers. The piece cites Cedar Rapids Taylor Elementary data and notes district wide meals eligibility.
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Cedar Rapids
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Iowa
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Iowa House approves bill to curb inmate lawsuits
A measure requiring prisoners to pay 20 percent of civil filing fees and directing portions of cash settlements to incarceration costs aims to reduce frivolous suits. Attorney General Miller notes Iowa inmate suits rose from 388 in 1988 to 563 in 1993, with up to 40 percent of federal civil cases from prisoners.
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Tom Miller
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Miller
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Scare tactics backfire as GOP agenda reshapes policy
The piece argues Democrats overestimate their power by wielding fear of Republicans who aim to roll back welfare, replace income tax with a consumption tax, and pursue broad changes. It cites past presidential campaigns where scares failed to win votes and warns Democrats need real direction beyond alarm to regain voters.
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Charles Murray
America
Storm warnings on phone usage during electrical storms
Douglas G. Beard of Springville warns readers about lightning danger while talking on the phone during storms. He recalls a Marion police report mishap due to poor radio communication and notes a Springville woman’s temporary hearing loss from a storm phone call. He urges safe practices and warns cordless indoor phones are safer.
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Unsupervised Kids Fire Incident At 1127 Third St SW
Robin Rettig of Cedar Rapids reports a garage fire next to an apartment at 1127 Third St SW on March 21 caused by children playing with matches. A camper inside the garage was destroyed though the apartment survived. Firefighters moved onlookers away to let the emergency proceed.
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Robin Rettig
Cedar Rapids
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Water-closet debate over low-flush toilets and priorities
Solon reader Mark Mitchell argues Congress pushed a low water use toilet causing solid waste issues. He notes engineers limited volume to 1.6 gallons and urges attention to broader social questions about abortion, gun policy, school prayer, and daily routines.
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America
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Solon
State legislators screen gay video in Iowa Capitol
The Gazette reported March 29 on lawmakers viewing a film titled The Gay Agenda featuring scenes from a San Francisco parade with public nudity. Some legislators called it offensive and inappropriate for the Capitol while noting their shock.
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Ellis Center marks fourth year of service to youth and seniors
The Ellis Community Center and Boys and Girls Club celebrates its fourth year serving the area. In 1994 950 plus youths ages 6 to 18 attended programs or daily visits keeping them off the streets. Mindy Schmelzer Robby Olson and Marie Mahnke named Youth of the Year Sportsmanship Volunteer of the Year and youth honors announced.
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Ellis
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