No Point in Iffy Thinking About Vietnam Policy
The column argues that Mansfield and Fulbright cannot offer a viable alternative to end the Vietnam war and warns against wishful thinking. It cites Senator Russell on the limits of postwar options, noting past mistakes and the need to accept consequences rather than restore prewar economic norms or earlier policy.
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Mansfield
Fulbright
Johnson
Vietnam
Hanoi
Russell
Georgia
Family court idea to aid divorces debated in Iowa
A Cedar Rapids proposal for a statewide family court system would emphasize reconciliation in marital breakups. Critics note current district court delays favor emotional force over guidance. supporters cite potential for salvaging marriages and reducing social trouble. In Oregon and other states the plan includes mandatory counseling and judge led guidance proposed for Iowa. A related Portland ceremony recommissioned the Red Oak Victory for Vietnam service, with May Tiffin present.
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Towa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Family Court
National Guard
Portland
Ore
Vietnam
May Tiffin
Red Oak
Joseph B. Tiffin
Korea
Iowa City
Misjudgment on Peace Left Johnson Open to Attack
President Johnson's Vietnam policy is blamed for a growing Democratic crisis. The piece cites miscalculation in appeasing conservatives on Capitol Hill, with Fulbright and the peace bloc challenging White House strategy and pressuring for televised hearings while the right backs away from expanded bombing.
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Ashington
Johnson
Vietnam
White House
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Mr. Johnson
Douglas MacArthur II
Capitol Hill
State Department
Rourke Hickenlooper
Iowa
Peace Democrats
Sen
J. W. Fulk
Arkansas
Presi
Fulbright
Louisiana
Russell Long
Connecticut
Thomas J. Dodd
Karl Mundt
South Dakota
Total Break Ahead by Roscoe Drummond
Roscoe Drummond reports China and the Soviet Union escalated political struggle toward a decisive rupture. The line between the two communist powers tightens as the end of relations appears increasingly imminent.
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Er Ton Ak Ae
China
Soviet Union
China and Moscow in Cold War Split Deepens global rift
The piece argues Moscow's timing at the upcoming party congress presses a split with Red China. It cites a 10 000 word memo attacking Mao Tse tung and Chinas foreign policy while Beijing counters with accusations of revisionism and U S imperialism.
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Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Moscow
Peking
Red China
Mao Tse-tung
North Vietnam
China
U.S
Minority writer supports private schools amid school prayer debate
An anonymous writer, claiming minority status, argues for parental choice in education and against banning religious content in schools. The letter condemns perceived discrimination in rulings by the state department of public instruction and calls for equal treatment of private and parochial students pending a forthcoming attorney general ruling.
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State Department of Public Instruction
State Department
Keep the Bible in Our Schools Say Cedar Rapids Reader
A Cedar Rapids reader denounces Mr Salisbury for blocking Gideons from distributing New Testaments in schools. She questions teen culture, worries about future Christian principles, and urges keeping Christ in Christmas and in education.
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United States
Christ
Lloyd Bowman
North Liberty
Gideons and the Bible's impact on families and service members
A mother’s note in a Gideon New Testament to her son going to military service reflects belief that the Bible prevents sin. The author describes countless testimonies of conversions among servicemen, students, and citizens who encounter Gideon Bible placements in hotels and schools, and argues homes lack spiritual instruction.
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Gideon
Gideon Society
Gideons
Gideons' Bible distribution in Clinton schools praised
Mrs. John Miller of 441 Eighth Avenue SW urges allowing Gideons to hand out New Testaments in schools. She argues the Bible offers great literature and guidance, benefits all students, and should not be denied by a few objectors.
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Gideons
America
Clinton
John Miller
Eighth Avenue
Letters about Iowa education aid bill and civil rights debate
The authors urge fair use of federal education aid in Iowa, urging cooperation across positions on civil rights and school funding. Mr and Mrs John A Godar of Marion urge common sense and joint effort for all young people’s education and future.
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Iowa
John A. Godar
Marion
In Favor of Equality Amid Separation Debate
A public speaker affirms support for separation of church and state while stressing equality. The remarks defend equal rights for all citizens, criticizing any stance that undermines universal protections or individual freedoms.
Iowa Supreme Court Faces 7 Year Old Mark Painter Case
The report notes the Iowa supreme court's concern for 7 year old Mark Wendell Painter and mentions placement in a conservative Midwestern environment with family grandeur referenced.
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Iowa Supreme Court
Mark Wendell Painter
Midwest
Ampey First to Five Cedar Rapids Gloves Titles
Jim Ampey becomes the first boxer to win five Cedar Rapids Golden Gloves titles and earns the Outstanding Boxer trophy. John H. Sill of near Hopkinton is named Delaware County Outstanding Young Farmer at Manchester Junior Chamber of Commerce event. Youth Activities Council officers are Mary Haunsperger chairwoman Lenita Chadima vice chairwoman Barbara Bradford secretary Ronnie Dostal treasurer with Mayor James Meaghan as adviser. U S Senator B E Hickelpooper at a Republican meeting in Cedar Rapids comments on Harold Ickes resignation.
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Jim Ampey
John H. Sill
Hopkinton
Delaware County
Manchester
Youth Activities Council
Mary Haunsperger
Lenita Chadima
Barbara Bradford
Ronnie Dostal
James Meaghan
10 20 30 Years Ago Retrospective Hits The Gazette
A 10 20 30 Years Ago column recalls the Tru man era break up of the Democratic party and notes essay contest winners Dolores Harford Marion Lloyd Lowry Anamosa and Angela Svoboda Central City for What the U S Navy Means to Me The Gazette Cedar Rapids Navy League.
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Dolores Harford
Marion
Lloyd Lowry
Anamosa
Angela Svoboda
Central City
U.S. Navy
The
Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Navy League
Charles H. McCloy
University of Iowa
Tokyo
Out Foxed Him Farmer Mule Joke
A farmer chases a stubborn mule named Pete by shouting many names to spur him. A stranger asks how many names the mule has, and the farmer explains Pete only has one name but the shouting creates the illusion of two helpers.
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Farmer
Giddap
Pete
Barney
Johnny
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