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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1976
Page
10
Editorial page from the Cedar Rapids Gazette dated Thursday April 29 1976. Contains opinion pieces on local civic issues, national politics, and community concerns. Readers’ letters and editorial commentary reflect the era’s viewpoints and public discourse.
A discussion of municipal bond tax exemptions and proposed federal subsidies to replace the exemption. The piece notes yield differences between municipals and corporate bonds, potential revenue loss, and concerns that taxpayers could pay more if the subsidy plan passes. It argues to preserve the current tax exemption and warns about unreliable federal funding.
The piece argues HF 505 should place land use planning in the Department of Soil Conservation with local decision making and citizen involvement. It contrasts this with a substitute creating a new land preservation commission, criticizing delay by Senators Priebe and Heying and urging Senate passage of HF 505 as essential for Iowa's soil resource and future planning.
A senior citizens bus scene in Cedar Rapids features a Hy-Vee carry-out boy delivering groceries and treats to 250 elderly passengers. The driver and riders receive cheerful service, highlighting kindness and good deeds. The letter also praises the Salvation Army for a Christmas dinner for 250 elderly people and Cedar Rapids’ charitable spirit.
A To the Editor letter discusses recurring disputes between capital and labor in the rubber industry, noting delays and contract fights that trigger strikes. It argues such struggles burden the general public with rising costs, questions fairness, and asserts human selfishness as the root cause while calling for clarity on what is right.
A public statement expresses appreciation to the college for its gift and credits the Women on the Move presentation with stimulating attendees. It notes pride in the caliber of speakers and the impact on those who attended part or all sessions.
Yes supporters argue swift action is needed as multilateral talks stall. Proxmire backers warn years to reach consensus. unilateral limits may cost short term business but aid long term policy. George Ball testifies the hard line would deter bribery and bolster ideological fight with the Soviet Union.
Harris poll shows Ford with 59 to 30 percent lead nationally over Reagan for the Republican nomination, with regional splits. Ford dominates foreign policy and Russia, while Reagan shines in the deep South on defense and Western inflation. The contest hinges on Texas and California back-to-back victories and campaign momentum.
Congressional Quarterly reports bipartisan pressure to curb corporate bribes to foreign officials. Senate bill would criminalize paying officials or parties to win business or influence policy, with SEC reporting requirements. another proposal would route payments through treasury scrutiny. Opposing viewpoints emerge on best enforcement approach.
The Gazette argues that bribes raise product costs and undermine competition. Government action is needed though not perfect, with emphasis on enforceable rules. Final steps should await full task force study, but decisive pressure via economic incentives and penalties could deter overseas bribery.
Administration spokesmen warn unilateral action could disrupt U S commercial and foreign policy interests and spark resentment abroad. Treasury Secretary Simon and Commerce Secretary Richardson express serious reservations and push deferral until the presidential task force on questionable payments abroad reports.
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