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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1975
Page
6
A brief look at the Editorial Page of the Cedar Rapids Gazette for Sunday February 2 1975 highlighting opinion pieces and columnists. The section outlines themes and topics expected to shape readers' week with emphasis on civic affairs and public discourse.
President Ford and Iowa Governor Ray defend church free exercise while acknowledging public morality is diverse. The piece argues state support for nonpublic schools blurs church and state, urging renewed public education on constitutional separation and equal access in tax funded services.
A new Iowa bill proposes dropping the 60 percent threshold for local school bond issues in favor of a straight majority. Proponents argue it ensures equal voice for all voters while noting current supermajority rules bias the outcome. The measure SF 37 targets only schools, with calls to extend later to city and county projects.
James Reston analyzes Kissinger's return to the Middle East as propaganda escalates from both Arab and Israeli extremists. He notes broader calls for oil-field seizure and concessions, while voices like Barbara Tuchman and I. F. Stone urge caution to avoid fueling conflict and harming U.S. aid and unity.
Members of the American Association of University Professors at Regents institutions criticize a 10 percent faculty pay rise amid inflation and high state revenues. They cite years of rising costs and a shrinking share of the state budget for higher education and urge lawmakers to boost compensation and support for state universities.
The quote contrasts two fashion ideals, urging a dress fit tight enough to reveal femininity yet loose enough to preserve ladylike modesty. It reflects social expectations of appearance and gender presentation in style commentary.
The piece argues that cities risk becoming welfare dependent on federal funds under programs like revenue sharing and Impact Cities. Cleveland, Ohio, is cited as a case study with a 1975 budget of 126 million, 74.9 million from local taxes, and 51.1 million covered by federal and state subsidies. Mayor Ralph J. Perk warns continued federal support could prevent self governance.
Charlies A Fenwick complains about a proposed 3 dollar monthly garbage haul fee in Delaware Iowa. He argues many residents on fixed incomes cannot afford it and suggests alternatives like county farm refuse sites and composting. He criticizes the waste system and praises the editorial Strangulation for its impact.
James J. Kilpatrick argues against FTC Rule 438 regulating vocational and home study schools. He contends the proposed rules overreach, misjudge the industry, and would curb legitimate schooling and information while offering little fraud prevention. He cites prior FTC actions and emphasizes the sector’s long history, accreditation, and access for underserved groups.
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