Official English law urged to unite the nation
Sandra Wolcott of Cedar Rapids calls for an official English law as the Iowa Legislature debates declaring English the official language. She argues multilingualism costs taxpayers, dilutes unity, and harms national strength, citing examples from California, Arizona, and executive orders.
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Despair Advised After Abortion Letter Prompts Pro-Life Response
In response to a letter titled Choice is a Vital right the writer urges personal responsibility before abortion and cites adoption delays and post abortion grief. Carol Golden of Linn-Area Pro-Life United Marion argues abortion harms women, families, and future children, noting post abortion syndrome and sterility fears.
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Grocers urged to clean up act in Cedar Rapids letter
A reader blasts local grocers for unsanitary free samples and open food in Cedar Rapids stores. They warn about contamination risks from salsa and chips and question practices in unseen areas such as loading docks and meat facilities. The letter argues against bottle law repeal and warns of increased litter if cans return.
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Koszta Iowa townsfolk claim fame in Rolle Bolle and history
Marcia Oldfield reports Koszta in Honey Creek Township Iowa County per a 1951 tariff. The town, settled in the 1840s, had a post office until 1924 and lay on the Iowa City Des Moines stage line. Delores Tibben notes Koszta as the national Rolle Bolle capital with tournaments at Boone's Backwater attracting players nationally.
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