Checkpoint Charlie Revisited Amid Cold War Reminders
Gus Schrader recalls visiting Berlin in 1972 during the Munich Olympics coverage. He describes crossing into East Berlin, the tense checkpoint scene, and the solemn mood as he witnessed life under Communist rule, ending with reflections on the hostages’ tragedy.
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Gore Bush tied in new poll ahead of debates
A CNN-USA Today-Gallup poll shows Gore at 47 percent and Bush at 46 percent among 697 likely voters with a 4 point margin. Gore campaign notes movement post convention while Bush aides urge caution about instant polls and debate plans rise to five debates if possible.
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Clinton vacation ends almost uneventfully in New York
President Clinton wraps up a brief Adirondack vacation with a round of golf as Hillary Rodham Clinton campaigns for Senate. The trip included a birthday dinner, a brief street incident, and a hike at Arthur Lussi’s estate while Gore begins his post convention tour.
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Bush launches education focused ad blitz in 21 states
Bush and Cheney roll out television ads timed around Labor Day visits, pledging to teach all children to read and renew public schools. The campaign lists 19 state tour stops through Aug 31 and airs a second general spot urging action as education remains Bush’s priority.
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The Gazette and Iowa City Gazette Info and Rates
Gazette Communications Inc prints The Gazette and Iowa City Gazette daily and Sunday from Cedar Rapids Iowa Established January 10 1883 The notice lists recycling drop sites subscription prices by carrier motor route and mail and AP republication rights.
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The Gazette provides tip lines for readers to report news. Cedar Rapids numbers are 398 8254, Iowa City 339 3155, and toll free 1 800 397 8212 with guidance to call for tips on developing stories.
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