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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1992
Page
7
A reader criticizes Terry Branstad and Dan Quayle for inconsistent abortion positions. The writer cites Branstad saying he would stand by his daughter yet view abortion as a mistake, arguing the stance shifts for political gain and reflects broader pro choice tendencies.
Phyllis Volkens of Winthrop argues against the ERA in an Aug. 18 letter noting constitutional protection already exists via the 14th Amendment, countering fears of abortion and same sex marriage, and pointing to states where ERA has not caused issues.
The author describes July 13 tornado damage with two barns and many outbuildings flattened. Chain saw crews cleaned up damaged trees. Strangers offered help, neighbors spent vacations clearing debris, and a neighbor mowed the lawn and hosted crews while his wife cooked meals, highlighting acts of kindness and community spirit.
Molly Burgess Smith and John Tinker critique the Aug 15 16 editorials on gun violence and assault weapons. They argue that center-fire Olympic rifles differ from street weapons and cite police groups supporting waiting periods and bans. They urge accountability for rights and question violence culture and editorial bias.
Navy veteran seeks all personnel who served on the USS LST 743 during World War II Korea or Vietnam for a ship crew reunion. A leading contact is Kenneth Bull Hampstead Maryland. Include Lyman J Herren formerly of Anamosa Iowa and provide current details via contact at 2331 Hanover Pike Hampstead Maryland or by phone 410 374 9353.
Residents near a forested area warn that unknown individuals may be releasing pets and setting traps for wildlife. They urge neighbors to protect dogs and cats by securing gates and reporting traps to city officials or the humane center.
A guest column argues the Lee v Weisman ruling preserves religious freedom by preserving church state separation. It critiques accommodationists and cites Jefferson and King to support a strict wall between church and state.
A critique targets a 1992 scholarly sentence praised for clarity by the Royal Society. Readers question its obscurity, asking if obfuscation replaces precision. In a separate note, Maxine Looney debates jewelers' plural possessives and sizes of screwdriver models, highlighting language and clarity concerns.
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