Sandinistas and Contra Seek Narrow Path to Peace
The first ceasefire talks between Nicaragua's Sandinistas and U.S.-backed rebels stalled quickly as each side demanded demands contrary to the other’s core tenets. Still, both sides plan a new round before Christmas and praise the ongoing talks as a modest achievement led by Reagan’s backing and mediator Obando y Bravo.
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Nicaragua
Managua
Central America
Miguel Cardinal Obando Y Bravo
Reagan drives Nicaragua talks with steadfast contra support
The piece argues Reagan's unwavering backing of the contras pushes Nicaragua toward cease-fire talks. Ortega seeks relief from Congress while Reagan pressures for more aid, framing U S policy as consistent. Tinoco criticizes contras as third level emissaries in talks.
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Nicaragua
Reagan
Daniel Ortega
Congress
Ortega
Victor Hugo Tinoco
U.S
Olympics threat looms as KAL bombing hints flare up
The text notes a suspected bombing of a Korean Air Lines Boeing 707 near Burma on November 29 with North Korea blamed by Seoul. It links rising tensions to the 1988 Seoul Games, warns of possible boycotts and disruptions, mentions the Abu Dhabi deplaning couple who later died, and calls for IOC mediation while urging restraint from both Koreas.
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Korean Air Lines
Burma
South Korea
North Korea
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
North
United States
International Olympic Committee
IOC
No Vote for $7.75 Million Cedar Rapids Recreation Bond
Letter argues Cedar Rapids should reject a $7.75 million recreation center bond. It cites hidden costs of $2 million plus interest over 10 years and $248000 yearly operating costs. Opposes lack of usage studies and asserts current facilities suffice with better budget priorities.
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Ambroz
The
Recreation Commission
Recreation center proposal favors downtown Cedar Rapids site
Recreation Commission argues empty schools are unsuitable for a new Cedar Rapids recreation center. Renovation costs and high ongoing expenses make schools inefficient. Downtown site near LIFTS and major roads offers central access, proximity to 50 percent of residents, and big cost savings.
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Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapidians
Recreation Commission
Public Works
Peace process praised and book recommendations urged
The writer compliments The Gazette for supporting a peace process and promotes Roger Fisher and William Urys Getting to Yes as a practical guide to resolving conflicts. They recount sharing copies in 1983 during travels to Russia and China and urge readers to read Schaefs When Society Becomes An Addict as a companion.
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The
Gazette
Roger Fisher
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
William Ury
Harvard Negotiating Project
Russia
China
Fisher
Ury
Anne Wilson Schaef
Handgun permit dispute sparks criticism of reporting
The Gazette recounts an AP story about a troubled daughter obtaining a handgun permit. The mother blames the sheriff for background checks while the writer questions journalistic accuracy and cites Iowa code on permits and minors’ gun ownership.
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Associated Press
the Gazette
The
Gazette
Blasphemous letter sparks debate on faith and reason
A reader condemns DeVere Hirt as blasphemous while urging believers to use human intellect to tackle problems such as fossil fuel reserves, deforestation, species loss, overpopulation, and pollution. The letter contends the tension between divine will and human responsibility and questions if God wishes man to abandon problem solving.
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DeVere Hirt
God
Outlooks
Europe
United States
Hirt
Tax marijuana for revenue and fairness
Letter argues marijuana should be taxed like alcohol and tobacco to benefit farmers and public programs. Claims marijuana is less harmful than tobacco or alcohol and questions current legality. Signed by Randall Gant, 1820 University Dr Cedar Falls.
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Common Sense For America
Iowa Head Injury Association
Randall Gant
1820 University
C-11
Cedar Falls
Outlooks From Eastern Iowa Readers
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. Topics are unlimited and the views are theirs.
Opinionated musings on public figures and everyday annoyances
A columnist recalls encounters with a Secret Service agent guarding George Bush and Bob Hope at O’Hare, a no parking ticket in St Croix, Suzuki violin students inspiring a regretful musician, and critique of loud car ads and televised commercials. The piece reflects personal views on duty, fame, and media.
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Secret Service
Eagle Eye
George Bush
Cedar Rapids
St. Croix
Litter habits on Iowa sidewalks and driveways
A reader laments roadside trash and noisy TV remotes while praising Iowa’s bottle refund law. He lists everyday litter, notes a roadside good deed, and urges citizens to use trash cans and drive with care, critiquing drivers who zip and fail to signal.
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John Donaglly
John Robertson
Art Heusinkveld
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Adams
Art Hough
Fred
Andy Rooney
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Isaac Watts
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