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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1982

Page

9

UFOs deserve serious study beyond jokes and blame

Across thousands of reports worldwide no physical artifact has been found from UFO sightings yet. Northwestern astronomer J Allen Hynek says the mystery continues with ongoing observations, inviting careful investigation and caution rather than dismissal.

Cedar Rapids Northwestern University J. Allen Hynek

Donor Option Lets United Way Split Gifts in Linn County

United Way of Linn County introduces donor option allowing contributors to designate gifts to one to five agencies and exclude one. The move aims to address concerns about funds going to undeserving groups. Officials note no firm evidence of increased giving but welcome the change as the 2.4 million goal for this year faces recession pressures. May Linn County accepts the challenge.

United Way Linn County United Way Board May Linn County

FAA Should Not Reward PATCO Workers With Bonuses

The FAA weighs bonuses for the 2000 air traffic controllers who stayed at work during the PATCO walkout. Critics say penalties and salary adjustments are preferable to rewarding lawful adherence. The piece argues against bonuses, noting the no strike rule and broad public service expectations.

Federal Aviation Administration PATCO FAA

Tax hike alarms residents after school cuts

A reader argues real estate taxes rose about 181 dollars, nearly 12 percent, with the largest 85 dollar increase for schools after several closures. They question the school board’s choice, note city gains from downtown assets with higher bills for households, and urge expense cuts to avoid further home losses.

Tom Aller Five Seasons Center Paramount Theater Library Transportation Center Kirkwood

Family thanks responders after rope-swing death

The Schultes thank police, ambulance crews, helicopter teams, and Mercy Hospital ER staff for aid after their son Trent Schulte died in a rope-swing accident. Mr. and Mrs. R Gregory Schulte 351 Green Valley Court SE.

Trent Schulte Mercy Hospital R. Gregory Schulte Green Valley Court

Reagan policies blamed for continued deficits and war-spending

A letter argues Reagan's trip to the Far East and allied nations cost about 18 million dollars, criticizing deficits and alleged hypocrisy by lawmakers. It accuses liberal disarmers and anti-war groups of misleading the public about defense, urging continued strong military power to deter Russia and prevent nuclear war.

Reagan Far East U.S John Rees Russia

Summer reflections on faith and public morals in the season

A reader laments summer excesses in parks and public spaces praising Biblical discipline. He condemns liquor fueled behavior, pagan attitudes and vulgarity, urges church voices against sin, and urges repentance through Christ. He stresses personal confession to God and faithful living this season.

America Christ Jesus

Morality and the Bible Critics Contrast Faith and Ethics

DeVere Hirt argues that literal biblical morality is undermined by stories of deceit murder and conquest by biblical figures and by biblical approval of slavery and warfare. He questions Jesus historicity and the churchs stance on contraception euthanasia racism and ethical reform.

Abraham Isaac Moses David Solomon Lot Canaan South Africa

Thoughtful Eastern Iowans Share Views in Public Forum

DeVere Hirt of Coralville retired in 1973 as a VA Hospital clerk typist. His career included life insurance agent, county clerk of court, real estate dealer and IRS employee.

DeVere Hirt Coralville IRS

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