Editorial condemns U.S. hockey players boorish conduct in Nagano
Gazette editors blast U.S. men's hockey for after hours drinking and room vandalism following a Czech Republic loss. They urge the Olympic Committee to issue warnings and demand restitution, praising the disciplined example set by U.S. women players.
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Perspective on Cedar Rapids tax changes and local budgeting
A reader letter argues for measured tax scrutiny at the local level while noting Cedar Rapids proposed city levy rise of 25 cents per thousand, offset by Linn County and school district rate changes. It contrasts local restraint with federal debt and explains rollback mechanics affecting home tax bills.
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Saddam Is Aggressor Neighbors Fear Threats Declared
Norman Luxenburg argues that Iraqi aggression demands decisive U.S. action and strong allied guarantees. He recalls prewar signals from Europe's neighbors and warns that ineffectual sanctions and limited responses risk inviting future attacks.
Veterans Day still matters says article author and veterans
A veteran writes that Veterans Day remains important and urges veterans from Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, and the Gulf War to stay visible. He argues presidents rely on veterans and urges involvement in groups like the American Legion, VFW, or VVA to remind others of their service.
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Break from depressing news inspires calmer front page view
Letter writers urge The Gazette to showcase uplifting and calming front page images instead of constant death and crime coverage. Readers say such change helps preserve belief in positive stories and a sense of normalcy amid daily headlines.
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Call for Local Option Tobacco Tax in The Gazette Debate
A 1985 Gazette lead editorial questions tax type and voter preference for local option taxes. The writer urges GOCR to pursue a tobacco tax as a proffered solution, arguing it would spare working people and boost property tax relief without relying on welfare-state funding or tax increment financing.
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Gazette letter submission guidelines
The Gazette announces letters are welcome up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number, but only name and hometown may be published. Provide address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazette fyiowa infi net.
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When to use shine shone or shined in writing
The rule hinges on transitivity: shined is transitive and needs an object, as in shined shoes or shined a flashlight, while shone is intransitive and stands alone or with no object, as in the mirror shone or the phrase stood out. Consider alternatives like stood out or became evident to avoid confusion.
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