Reagan Uses Court Ruling to Tighten Soviet Pipeline Embargo
A Washington court clears the Commerce Department to penalize Dresser Industries for not complying with the embargo on selling gear for the 3600 mile Soviet gas pipeline. The ruling extends penalties to other firms and potential French subsidiary defiance, highlighting the stakes as the U S pushes to choke Kremlin gas revenues amid a widening political row with the EEC.
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Reagan
Washington
Commerce Department
Dresser Industries
Dallas
Texas
France
Dresser Associates
Lifesaving skills can save lives says local Red Cross effort
A 2 year old Manchester girl survived after a bystander learned basic lifesaving techniques. Local Red Cross and American Heart Association instructors certified about 8000 people in Linn, Jones and Delaware counties last year. Common excuses for not learning are debunked by the article.
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American Red Cross
American Heart Association
Linn
Jones
Delaware
The
Red Cross
Heart Association
Debate on economy and a call for Balanced Budget amendment
A reader argues the root of recession is endless government spending and urges adopting a Balanced Budget Amendment. The letter cites Cooper Evans in the 3rd District race and criticizes Lynn Cutler while reflecting on bowhunting culture and gunhunters with experiences from Iowa and other regions.
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U.S
Iowa
Cooper Evans
Lynn Cutler
Gerry Loupee for Cedar Rapids at large school board seat
Linda Kness urges voters to support Gerry Loupee for the Cedar Rapids at large school board opening. She cites Loupee’s listening, hours devoted to special education concerns, knowledge of board workings, and commitment to addressing students’ needs this year.
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Gerry Loupee
Cedar Rapids
Gazette Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The Gazette accepts letters up to 400 words and may edit for length. Writers must include name street address signature and a non published telephone number for authentication. Anonymous letters are not published. Focus on issues and events rather than personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days, no verse.
Silly lawsuit echoes in Cracker Jack dispute tale
A letter writer recalls a 1977 car purchase with a $500 factory air conditioner upgrade and a 1999 repair dilemma. He jokes about suing General Motors over nonworking A C, contrasting it with a 9 year old suing for a missing Cracker Jack toy. He signs Galen Westendorf from 1414 First Ave NE.
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Cracker Jack Co
Injury Incident Sparks Local City Tension in Cedar Rapids
The writer recalls a fall while away from Cedar Rapids, a quick hospital visit, and a quick Cedar Rapids discharge on Aug. 16. Back home, neighbors and the city zoning department questioned residency, prompting a call for cleaner conduct and concern for the town's future.
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Cedar Rapids
St. Luke’s Hospital
City debated on cat control after fatal accident
A reader questions the Aug 20 letter about a motorist killing a cat, wonders what the animal was doing in the street, and suggests a cats versus dogs ordinance. The writer, citing a personal dog issue, argues cats should be confined to their yards to prevent nuisance and danger.
Gerry Loupee Emerges as Top Candidate for Board Race
At a Board of Education candidates night held at Asbury Methodist Church, Gerry Loupee is identified as the most qualified candidate due to her education involvement and parenting experience. Voters are urged to support Loupee in the Sept. 14 election based on districtwide support and last two-year attendance records.
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Wisconsin
Missouri
Colorado
Canada
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Lee Gladfelter
Lee
Concerned Friends and Parents Group
Board of Education
Asbury Methodist Church
Gerry Loupee
Board of Education Service
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Lanny Peterson
Daniel Rogers
David Challed
Gerry
Hattie Bickmore
Maine
Kissinger
Nancy
Charter House
Middlebury
Timothy Dwight
Yale
Gamaliel Painter
Middlebury College
U.S. Senate
Kissinger Headlines Maine GOP Fundraiser and New England Democracy
Henry Kissinger drew about 500 GOP donors at Portland's Holiday Inn in a $35 ticket dinner with a $100 premium, reflecting New England's face-to-face political culture. The piece notes democracy thrives here through direct voter contact and open town meeting style interactions, as Sen. Stafford faces dual-party grilling at a Vermont Farm Bureau meeting.
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Maine
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Portland Holiday Inn
New England
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Kissinger
Senate Environment and Public Works Committee
Addison County Farm Bureau
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