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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1978
Page
3
Bob Kochtitzky and Alternatives Inc propose a religious observance that curtails shopping and advertising. They argue the economy would suffer if Christmas sales decline, noting impacts on workers, trees, cards, and media budgets while urging a charitable, sincere celebration aligned with Christian teaching.
The piece analyzes Saudi Arabia's changing role as OPEC’s price hikes bite. It argues Saudi leaders show more Middle East ties than Western loyalty, hinting at possible support for higher prices and a broader move away from dollar pricing amid regional anxieties and distrust over Camp David.
A reader muses on a Christmas TV ad featuring a horse drawn cutter with Currier and Ives charm. The note contrasts the festive pastoral scene with the beer product it sells and laments the incongruity between advertising and wholesome holiday imagery.
A reader writes with a wistful note comparing post holiday mood to a child’s after Christmas and to Peggy Lee’s famous lament Is that all there is expressing lingering longing and reflection on what remains after celebration.
A reader warns that Unification Church solicitors in the area sell candles claiming funds support Youth Guidance, a registered Youth for Christ International name. They do not disclose origin or local use, and say there is only one youth center in Iowa. Verify where donations go before giving.
A reader urges donors to ask for references before giving to any group, including the Unification Church, and to verify who benefits from donations. A tale of receiving roadside help from a generous man from Vinton underscores local good will and the duty to help others after ensuring accountability.
The Washington Star Syndicate editorial argues Carter's normalization with the People's Republic abandons Taiwan, treating it as a province. It questions the constitutional propriety, Senate role, and potential damage to allies, noting a fait accompli created during Christmas season.
Aged letter rates once six cents plus 10 cents for special delivery are shown to have grown to seven dollars and eighty cents. The piece criticizes postal changes and notes the shift in pricing and terminology.
A Vinton resident recalls a bitter cold Wednesday night on December 20 as a flat tire left them stranded on the road to Vinton after leaving Independence. With no tools or usable jack, they faced a roadside emergency on the NW wind amid a dinner outing.
Richard L. Worsnop details a continuing national clash over handgun regulation sparked by the Moscone Milk killings. Despite Carter’s defensive stance and administration bills to ban cheap Saturday night handguns and require a waiting period, Congress has not acted. Lobby groups on both sides keep the issue alive amid political caution and public fear of gun violence.
Harris survey finds Americans prize family time and renewal of spirit during Christmas. Most see gifts and giving as part of the season while many worry about overspending. Younger adults emphasize Santa and childjoy, while older readers show restraint amid festive gatherings.
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