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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1962
Page
6
Mayor Johnson declares unalterable opposition to federal housing and vows resignation rather than involve public housing. The column compares political stances to parachutes and warns against absolute positions in public life while noting potential shifts under pressure.
The piece argues cul de sacs should be avoided but not banned. Turnarounds with 100 foot diameters aid access and aesthetics, though fire and snow plow access must be weighed. Dead ends may be allowed only if they can connect later, otherwise they should be used sparingly as a last resort.
The Iowa Taxpayers Association claims 96 cities underestimated non tax revenues by 6.2 million in 1960 and overestimated spending by 6.7 million. It argues Budgets set in August cover 16 months, making precise estimates nearly impossible, and calls for system improvements rather than attacks on budgeting bodies.
In Washington the Ev and Charlie show debates President Kennedy's proposed department of urban affairs. Dirksen and Halleck oppose the plan, warning of bloated government, while Ev praises it as a city aid effort and warns of unintended growth and entrenched bureaucracy.
The piece argues intensified nationalism amid 104 UN members. It discusses a realistic view of language, noting no single tongue will unify mankind. Professor Mario Pei cautions that peace does not hinge on language and cites multilingual conflict. It suggests partial universals like Latin or Mandarin as practical tools, not universal tongues, with anecdotes from Eichheim and musical translation.
A reader commends the city for snow removal in Rolling Meadows after annexation and notes better street clearing and dog leash enforcement. The letter urges readers to stay informed, act responsibly, and consider peaceful civic means.
Roscoe Drummond argues the Punta del Este conference on Castro had a mixed but meaningful start. He commends Secretary Rusk for steering the talks and persuading Latin American leaders that Castroism threatens regional development and democracy, while noting limited sanctions and a move toward expulsion from the OAS.
A sign in the gift shop jokes about a calendar to remind men when payments are due. The caption cites The Lion.
In response to Marian C. Carson's Jan 27 letter, the writer supports Feb 7 as a day for reflection and constructive thinking about personal actions toward peace and urges every individual to dedicate regular weekly time for this purpose, linking to American tradition.
1952 plans report completion of the first section of a new 1,000,000 gas feeder line within the year. Expected increased natural gas supply will aid Cedar Rapids Marion and Iowa City before 1953. Also notes Linn county March of Dimes drive surpassing its 20,000 goal with 22,662.
John Limback and A. L. Alcorn were chosen as directors of the Iowa Lumber and Material Dealers Association at the Des Moines convention.
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