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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1963
Page
6
The article assesses U S defense and political leadership stance on Cuba amid alleged Soviet military strength. It argues administration evidence is more convincing than critics while urging critics to present refuting proof. It notes officials view developments closely and dismisses potential future revelations as unlikely to undermine their judgment.
Rep. Tom Riley proposes a rule requiring printed appropriations bills on desks for two to three days before floor action. The rules committee accepted the idea, curbing rushed votes to meet adjournment. Riley earns credit for a pragmatic reform to curb last minute spending.
A bill to let a state school building authority construct and lease facilities to hard pressed districts would ease space needs but risk expanding state control and dampening district mergers. Supporters cite bonds and long term leases. opponents warn of subsidized districts and debt limits. Some call for debt limit revisions or hardship exceptions before new systems.
Column by David Lawrence surveys global tension from Vietnam to Cuba to Berlin. It cites 57 American deaths in Vietnam and Soviet arms in Cuba, critiques Western unity, Africa and Latin America troubles, and urges enlightened public opinion and adherence to justice for sunshine to return.
This Day item notes A. T. Pleune named chairman of the annual Easter Seal campaign in Linn county as Mrs. W. J. Moershel presided. Also mentions Citizen of the Year award to Mrs. J. F. Loeck and Golden Gloves queen Betty Schmidt.
Britain regroups after France’s veto to join six nation bloc indirectly. Britain deepens ties with Italy and other partners to avert De Gaulle dominance and deter a Soviet linked “third force” while seeking eventual entry to the Common Market.
In a reader letter William Morgan of Dubuque argues against capital punishment. He cites studies from the British Royal Commission, Thorsten Sellin, Koestler and Rolph, and a Delaware legislature committee, concluding execution does not deter crime and noting risks of wrongful death and unequal application.
Arlington VA resident John T. Allen attacks Elks rules as not democratic or equal, urging inclusion beyond Caucasian members. notes among notable Elks are Senators Cannon Case Keating Rachel Long Miller. The piece also details Cold War de bogging and spy plane tensions with Cuba implicating Sen Keating and U S policy.
Mrs. L. L. Leibrock Olin criticizes MacKinlay Kantor s Spirit Lake for its lengthy depictions of filthy actions and four letter words. She argues the book, though valuable historically, is unsuited for general readers and for high school students.
A reader recounts a Texas couple in a February Gazette report where the husband frantically flagged cars for help after a crash. Despite efforts, no one stopped. the wife died, prompting a plea for humanity and concern for fellow sufferers.
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