Soviet Politician Shevardnadze resignation shocks the Kremlin
The editor notes Eduard Shevardnadze's resignation could destabilize the Soviet Union, risking a drift toward dictatorship while praising his diplomatic legacy. The piece considers how Gorbachev’s future power, reform momentum, and international reactions may be affected, warning of chaos if reforms stall.
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Soviet Union
Kremlin
Mikhail Gorbachev
U.S.S.R
Shevardnadze
Gorbachev
Iowa Eyes Tire Ban As July Deadline Looms
In Bountiful Iowa the ban on discarding old tires in landfills takes effect by July 1. The Iowa DNR weighs a bounty program to deter roadside dumping and faces questions on funding and implementation. Recycling hopes may create a market for tire carcasses.
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Term limits could backfire for Republicans in Congress
Martin Gottlieb argues term limits may worsen GOP losses as turnover already favors Democrats. He notes that new House members rise under current dynamics, GOP maps and redistricting failed to deliver control, and Democrats dominate locally through stronger organization and name recognition. GOP endorsement of term limits could shift advantage further to Democrats.
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George Bush
Congress
GOP
House
South
Senate
Democratic Party
Bush
Antidote to racial paranoia is communication
Dan Lowe of Marion condemns Sonny Carson and Louis Farrakhan rhetoric as racial conspiracy. He argues voluntary crime and risky behavior stem from intolerance and urges public education to reduce alienation and promote tolerance. He cites John Young’s Dec 19 column and calls for social concern.
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John Young
Sonny Carson
Louis Farrakhan
Farrakhan
Young
Dining Marvel Named After Frost Poem in New Hampshire
In New England this year a couple dined at a refined restaurant near Robert Frost’s home in Derry New Hampshire. The establishment bears the name Promises to Keep a line from the poet’s Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.
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the Gazette
Robert Frost
New England
Derry
N.H
Mr. Frost
Colorblind views on Middle East crisis spark letter response
Tarik Apollo Rossey of Iowa City criticizes a Dec 18 letter for colorblind bias and urges recognition of Western arms supply roles in Iraq Iran war. He notes US, Britain, France, and Germany involvement and warns of American deaths if conflict widens. He cites Desert Shield and calls greed a driving force.
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America
Iraq
Iran
France
Great Britain
Germany
Saudi Arabia
United States
Uncle Sam
Tarik Apollo Rossey
S. Dodge St
Iowa City
Rethinking Christmas Giving and Public Gratitude
A reflective note questions the shift in charitable giving toward publicity and public thanks. The author argues gifts should come from the heart, not for televised praise or exposing recipients for social reward.
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Catherine H. Cherry
18Th St. SE
Downtown Cedar Rapids chases free parking after meters
A reader laments the shift from paid meters to free Saturday parking in Cedar Rapids downtown. The note suggests malls drew shoppers away and ends with personal sign off Dorothy Krivanek, 115 W Wright Bros Blvd SW.
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Cedar Rapids
Dorothy Krivanek
W. Wright Bros
Santa Christmas wish list for vulnerable children asks for help
A heartfelt note requests support for abused and neglected children in Iowa and beyond. It asks for hope for Johnny, confidence for Tim, safety for Sally and Laura, understanding for Anne, and wisdom and stamina for judges, counselors, teachers, and protective workers. It ends with a plea for compassion and readiness to help.
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Santa
Johnny
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DNR
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Alpine Rd
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