Fair-trade funerals invite FTC price disclosure
The Gazette argues against blocking the FTC 3 to 1 vote to require funeral homes to itemize prices for components of service. It frames price lists as light burden and pro consumer, noting many directors already disclose costs and critics warn of overreach. The piece notes a four year review and potential re evaluation after initial implementation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
James Miller III
PATCO Strike Lessons and Reagan's Tough Labor Stance
A year after the PATCO walkout, the columnist argues the strike harmed public sector organizing, notes recession reduced strike activity, and urges binding arbitration to avert future illegal actions. The piece cites a Transportation Dept survey showing public support for a tough stance and suggests arbitration as a safety valve.
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PATCO
Ronald Reagan
U.S. Transportation Department
Iowa
Survivors Seek Support and Balanced Budget Debate
A letter to The Gazette urges empathy for sexual abuse victims and highlights SISA Cedar Rapids as a local support group. It critiques Reagan era domestic cuts while advocating a balanced budget not harming jobs, homes, or welfare. references July 28 briefing and calls for continued aid.
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SISA
Cedar Rapids
Reagan
Defense
Killian's Department Store Faces Troubled Times in Cedar Rapids
A historic Cedar Rapids retailer Killian's, once a top destination for quality merchandise, struggles amid high unemployment and economic downturn. The writer recalls A L Killian’s leadership and Czech heritage, urging community support to help the store survive these difficult times.
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Reagan
Killian
Cedar Rapids
A.L. Killian
The
Cedar Rapids Listy
Word of God ideas reflect Christian view of scripture
A speaker and an imam discuss what constitutes the word of God. The piece argues that Bible interpretation varies, with God’s Spirit continuing to reveal truth beyond written texts and defining Christianity as a living word experience beyond ink on paper.
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God
Mohammed
Nehemiah
Jeremiah
Amos
Jesus
Christ
Rethink Beirut War as It Harms All Sides
Anthony Lewis argues the Beirut siege harms Americans Israelis and Palestinians. He says Israel must leave Beirut and abandon hopes of crushing the PLO by force, warning that continued bombing will harden tensions and delay a political settlement.
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Boston
West Beirut
Israel
PLO
Beirut
Foreign Ministry
West Bank
Ariel Sharon
Lebanon
Sharon
United States
Thoughtful Iowa column invites public observations
Periodic observations from appreciative Eastern Iowans invite readers to express themselves on unlimited topics. Paul G. Donelson of Strawberry Point has led the United Methodist Church there since 1978 and serves on the advisory board of the Iowa Freedom Foundation.
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Paul G. Donelson
Strawberry Point
United Methodist Church
Iowa Freedom Foundation
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