Remembering overlooked chapters of World War II in China Burma India
A veteran recounts the China Burma India theater and its hidden battles before and after Pearl Harbor. The piece notes the hump airlift, high mountains, disease, rough weather, and underreported heroics. It urges continued veteran remembrance and recognition of delayed medals and memories.
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China-Burma-India
Dear Abby
China
Burma
Pearl Harbor
Japan
CBI
Himalaya
India
Southeast Asia
Louis Mountbatten
Great Britain
England
Abby
Vietnam
Defense Department
Midway
Notations on language and odd phrasing in recent letters
A northeast Iowa report notes rain and a swollen dry creek bed. Benton County cites patients changing drug regimens amid Elian debate. readers debate logical phrasing like young 6-year-olds. a landscaper finds an infant body. a New Yorker item cites a Santa Fe theft of 60 CDs and a Discman from a Camino Anasazi home.
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Iowa
Benton County
Elian
New Yorker
Santa Fe New Mexican
Camino Anasazi
I will vote yes for the stadium August 15
An Aug. 15 ballot urges Cedar Rapids support for a new Veterans Memorial Stadium. The writer argues a modest four-year levy boosts local amenities, controllable taxes, and community revival, noting baseball funds stay local and a no vote risks a vacant, torn stadium. The piece urges civic unity and participation.
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Paramount
U.S. Cellular Center
Cedar Rapids levy supports new ball park for kids
A Cedar Rapids resident urges approval of an August fifteenth levy to fund a new baseball facility. The plan, about 17 dollars per household yearly for four years, aims to keep a franchise, boost family recreation, and attract millions in regional spending. The writer argues the project prioritizes community well being over costs and benefits all residents.
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Cedar Rapids
Ball Park
Letters Deadline for Aug 15 Cedar Rapids special election
The Gazette invites letters to the opinion department by noon Wednesday Aug 9 regarding the Veterans Memorial Commission special levy for a new baseball stadium. Shorter letters have a better chance of publication.
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Cedar Rapids
Veterans Memorial Commission
Gazette
Special interests laden critique of political funding
A reader voices frustration with elected officials accepting large sums from special interests. They accuse lawmakers of lavish living, shielding bills from emergencies, and ignoring constituents while capitalism prioritizes money over people. The letter ends with author Lynda Waddington from Marion.
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Lynda Waddington
Marion
Gazette letter guidelines for readers
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone, but only name and hometown appear with the letter. Send to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or via FAX and email.
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Gazette
the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Graduates Break Rule At Jeffersons Graduation
A reader criticizes graduates for breaking a school rule by throwing caps. They argue the act undermines expected behavior and discipline. The writer urges parents to teach consequences, reject selective freedom, and focus on more worthy causes.
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Jefferson
England
Cedar Rapids Watchdog Carol Martin Praised for Fiscal Scrutiny
In Cedar Rapids a reader defends Carol Martin for exercising First Amendment rights at a council meeting over open invoices and the ice arena final payment. The writer credits her with monitoring tax dollars and saving the city thousands, arguing residents should thank her for government watchdog work.
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Deupree
Carol Martin
Carol
Cedar Rapids
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Feate Itorial Board
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Peg Schmitz
Carl Kane
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Veterans Commission
Veterans Memorial Stadium
Waterloo
Dubuque
Citizens For the Stadium
Appleton
Wis
Kane County
Ill
Kurt Rogahn
TNS
Sident
Cedar Rapidians
The
Mike Deupree
Council
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