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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1988
Page
6
John Robertson executive editor Jerry Elsen editor of editorial pages editorial board chairman Dave Morris managing editor are named as the newspaper's top editors and leaders.
Editorial notes the U S Navy began reducing its Persian Gulf presence after a limited mission to keep sea lanes open. It cites the Vincennes airliner tragedy and Iran Iraq cease fire as factors, and commends returning sailors while calling the outcome a mixed relief and irony.
Integrated DNA Technologies Inc. founded with U I help moves from Oakdale incubator to Heartland Plaza in Coralville. Michael Heller leads the firm as staff grows from five to twelve, aiming to apply DNA manipulation tech for diagnosing and treating viral diseases and cancers. The U I Research Foundation holds the patent and will collect fees from profits.
Cedar Rapids business leaders raise funds for an endowed professorship at the University of Iowa College of Business Administration. More than $400,000 pledged as of now with a goal of $1 million by year end. Henry Royer, Merchants National Bank president, says Cedar Rapids is poised to profit from a close link with the business college and the Cedar Rapids Iowa City corridor.
In a column from New York Times Service, the writer critiques Michael Dukakis for blaming Reagan with the fish from the head saying. The piece argues the remark compounds Dukakis negatives and could aid Republicans if exploited, suggesting Bush defend detente and independent child care stance while avoiding personal slugging.
Robert Paul Synacek denounces the film as blasphemous and immoral saying it mocks God the son and corrupts America's moral fiber. He questions society's values and warns of divine wrath if the picture is viewed.
The Anamosa City Council unanimously approved returning money from the sale of coins and stamps to the Anamosa Historical Society. The mayor proposed the action, noting broad support and appreciation for the society and for John G. Adney’s article.
A columnist argues for teaching ethics in schools using the Lord's Prayer, claiming it guides toward a better life. The piece denounces the Supreme Court for banning religious expression in schools and calls for restoring religious freedom through public protest.
A Cedar Rapids official thanks the Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Brownies Emerald Knights Cadets and Camp Fire groups for providing patriotism flags at each Summer in the Parks Band Concerts and 16 flags at the July 4 Downtown Celebration band stand.
Essay argues most evil stems from society not individuals. It cites Hitler and presidents as products of culture, defines enculturation, and claims the mind is shaped by culture, making reasoning align with cultural norms rather than universal logic.
Periodic observations from readers in eastern Iowa invited to share their thoughts. The column presents diverse opinions and reflections on culture, community, and everyday life.
Ralph Wilcox of Cedar Rapids, a Kirkwood Community College instructor and cultural anthropology student, urges free reasoning to escape cultural bias. He questions national blame for the Iran airliner incident and condemns selective concern for Iranian deaths. He cites Jung Mills Hall Kaestler on transcending culture and calls for justice for all to achieve world peace.
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