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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1988
Page
9
Letters argue AIDS could spread from urban to rural areas and from high risk groups to the heterosexual population. Authors urge municipal action to keep cities AIDS-free and advocate testing and public naming of infected individuals to prevent ongoing sexual activity.
A reader argues against enforcing a federal hush order barring family planning clinics from advising on abortion rights, citing Roe v Wade and Miranda rights. The letter also covers head and spinal injury prevention programs, seat belt laws, and criticism of road and farmland policies affecting Iowans.
Summary discusses diverse biblical terms for drink including oinos and cider with varying meanings. It notes the need to interpret original words and context, warns alcohol’s modern dangers, cites I Corinthians 6:10 and Habakkuk 2:15, and argues Christ’s example guides abstaining from drunkenness.
In a letter condemning feminists, the writer is accused of misrepresenting violence studies and mislabeling women as more violent. The author argues for education and counseling for male victims and urges sourcing of the cited studies while recommending men seek help and leave abusive spouses when attacked.
The letter questions how Noah could keep a Tyrannosaurus rex from harming others, echoing disbelief about the famous ark story.
The management and employees of CRCR Corp acknowledge the loss of Bob Bert and Andy Andrews who built Budget Rent A Car of Cedar Rapids. Wayne Josifek, general manager, thanks supporters and promises continued courtesy and service from the Cedar Rapids location at 1920 Sixth Ave SW.
A reader argues evolution is scientifically false, citing creationist sources and claims of hoaxes. The letter urges parental action, cites Institute for Creation Research in San Diego, and questions fossil records radiometric dating and scientific methods.
Randall Gann argues that legalizing marijuana would turn it into a $10 billion farm cash crop, reduce law enforcement costs by over $2 billion yearly, and generate $10 to $15 billion in tax revenue. He cites 50 million current users and compares marijuana to legal cigarettes and alcohol. Cedar Falls address included.
Ramona Cummings of Marion thanks City Council for voting no at the April 7 meeting on allowing mall developers to take part of the former 11th Street property. She names Tom Osborn Frank Reynolds Leona Smith and Dave Karr as dissenters and questions why the mall developer planned a larger building than the owned lot.
Insightful notes from Eastern Iowans invited to share their perspectives on any topic. The column expresses personal views rather than official positions. Readers are encouraged to contribute diverse opinions in this open forum.
DeVere Hirt of Coralville retires in 1973 after a career as a clerk typist at the VA Hospital. His background spans life insurance sales county court clerk real estate dealing and IRS employment.
The piece argues that Reagan bypasses constitutional limits, fueling lawless sentiment on North Poindexter trial eve. It likens modern electronic evangelism to Rasputin, noting wealth and political sway of Robertson and Bakker, and questions church state separation and ethical conduct in public life.
The piece argues that comprise means contain or embrace, not compose or make up. It cites examples misusing comprise in sports, press releases, and memberships, urging editors to follow the traditional rule that the whole comprises the parts.
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