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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 2002
Page
7
A narrator recalls a drought year on a family farm. Two calves are raised, one chosen by brothers, then a prodigal dogie returns after escaping. The fatted calf proves to be the narrator’s, fetching the best price at auction while the father loses money overall. Dottlas J. McReynolds, professor at Uppertown University, wrote the piece.
A reader highlights a recurring newsroom mistake in extradition stories. The piece notes the legal nuance that when a person "waives extradition" they consent to the extradition process, not the action itself. It also mentions a poster for The Crucible and cautions about misreadings of literary ads.
John Balzar reflects on protecting children from constant danger and media sensationalism. He weighs fences, codes, and warnings against preserving childhood, citing Tom Sawyer, Barry Glassner, and parental vigilance as he questions how to balance safety with innocence.
A reader urges government regulation of brand-name prescription drugs and an end to public advertising. They cite high profits, extensive lobbying, and low R&D, arguing ads inflate prices. Call for faster generic entry and Congress action to curb loopholes and stop price gouging.
A reader urges a budget minded Linn County Board with rural representation. They cite $50,000 yearly support for Linn County Fair in Central City and warn against bond funded Vision Iowa projects. The letter notes bond selling for brownfields and potential tax rises, praising a rural member and urging integrity and study before approvals.
A reader commends and blames The Gazette for its Bush Harken stock sale editorial. The writer says the piece omits Bush's stated aim to finance Texas Rangers stake and cites Wall Street Journal and Fox News as having carried full facts earlier. The letter accuses mainstream media of bias and calls for a more objective columnist to replace Molly Ivins.
Panayot Butchvarov notes Professor Nicholas Johnson accuses the president and vice president of larceny in a guest column of August 4. He then argues the claim that capitalism is collapsing echoes Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in 1848.
The Gazette seeks letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include full name, address, and daytime phone number. anonymous letters are not allowed. Acceptance depends on editing and space. limit around 650 words. no more than one letter per writer every 30 days. contact details provided for submissions.
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