Barbarity embraced by the Gazette editorials
The piece cites James A. Phillips describing Laos civilians’ gruesome injuries from a 1976 yellow rain attack and Afghan victims in 1979. It accuses the Soviet Union of supplying and deploying tricothecene mycotoxins, cites treaties, and urges firm moral condemnation without excuses.
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James A. Phillips
Heritage Foundation
Laos
Southeast Asia
Kampuchea
Afghanistan
Soviet Union
Kremlin
Russia
Moscow
Elders voice caution on mandatory Older Americans Corps
Dr. Carl Eisdorfer argues against compulsory service for seniors. He supports voluntary public service and income supplements for those 60 plus, suggesting less government coercion, more dignity, and use of time in parks and hospitals if funded.
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Carl Eisdorfer
New York
Gerontological Society of America
Cranston bid may spark federal debate on monetary policy
The article assesses Alan Cranston as a potential 1984 presidential candidate who could push the Fed independence issue. It notes his liberal stance with business tax cuts and explores proposals such as appointing the Fed chair to match the president's term or placing the Fed under direct presidential control. It argues the real need is reform of the budget process and fiscal governance.
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Washington
Alan Cranston
California
Republic
America
Ronald Reagan
Cranston
Ted Kennedy
Mondale
Kennedy
Federal Reserve Board
Clemenceau
Fed
Treasury
Iowa poet notes call to curb drunk driving tests
Readers urge change to Chapter 321B allowing blood alcohol testing after crashes. Letter writer cites Rep Stephen Rapp and Save Our Loved Ones pushing for law to require tests in serious injury cases. Calls to contact House members and warns of life saved by better enforcement.
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Iowa
Stephen Rapp
D-Waterloo
Cedar Rapids
Rep
Rapp
House Judiciary Committee
Gravel Road Owners Urged to Dig Driveway Trenches
Residents on gravel roads are asked to spend a few minutes to dig small trenches across driveway ends. The trenches divert runoff into road ditches, keeping water off the pavement for the benefit of all who travel the roads.
The Cost of Excess: A Call to Simple Living
The piece argues inflation and recession bite, urging readers to curb gadget obsession and consumer debt. It contrasts modern wealth with Thoreau's ethos, noting that simple pots and economy foods can fulfill needs without costly storage, maintenance, or clutter. It stresses responsibility, not blame.
Eastern Iowans Invite Views on Any Topic
Readers from eastern Iowa share brief periodic observations inviting opinion on any subject. The collection reflects personal reflections rather than institutional views and emphasizes individual expression.
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JF. Hiadky, Jr
Board of
Joe Hiadky III
John Donnelly
Art Heusinkveld
the Gazette
Elderdraft
Daft
George Will
Dette
Senate
Iowa County Attorneys Association
Lisbon Elementary School
Franklin Roosevelt
United States
Railroad Retirement Board
Stockman
Pentagon
Rich Patterson
Thoreau
Indian Creek Nature Center
Idaho
Alaska
Kansas
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