Apportionment Retreat Highlights Court Ruling
The Supreme Court held that one man one vote need not be rigid for state legislative districts, upholding a Virginia plan with about 16.4 percent deviation. Justice Rehnquist wrote the majority. Justice Brennan dissented. The decision contrasts legislative and congressional district standards.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Virginia
Federal District Court
William Rehnquist
William Brennan
William Douglas
Thurgood Marshall
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Marion Bond Proposal Falls Short in Tight Iowa Margin
Voters approved a $1.375 million Marion school bond 766 to 511 but failed to reach the 60 percent threshold under Iowa law. The result hinges on a small margin and highlights the impact of turnout, with commentary on civic participation and the value of every single vote.
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George
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Richard Sorensen
M. J. DeKlotz Newhall
Isn’t It the Truth by Carl Riblet Jr
The essay reflects on youth eagerly awaiting adulthood and finds adulthood hollow. It argues that freedom and power are illusory without wealth, and riches require hard labor. The piece concludes with the quip that everyone wants to grow up until they reach it.
Nixon Meany Trade Talks Fail to Bridge Labor Gap
AFL-CIO leader George Meany and President Nixon left Chicago with no agreement on protectionist trade legislation. Nixon urged mutual power rhetoric while Labor pressed for Burke-Hartke style taxes on overseas earnings and strong tariff powers. Skeptics warned the White House must meet labor demands or risk wrecking the fragile entente.
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The People's Forum Fence and Voter Delay Discussion
Readers question why Marion bond votes may be postponed until September or later and speculate on motives. A letter argues public input delays reflect timing and politics around teacher votes.
Lewellen Street or Lewellen Drive Mystery in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids resident reports a street sign mix up after City street department repair. The marker now reads Lewellen Street but previously said Lewellen drive, prompting confusion over the correct designation and next steps.
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Cedar Hills
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Lewellen Drive
Readers dispute evolution with strong theological critique
A reader responds to the December 28 editorial Adulterating Texts arguing that many eminent scientists reject evolution and favor creation by God. The letter suggests the age of the earth concerns some, noting theologians and scientists alike who ridiculed evolution.
Stay Out Dennis Lauer on amnesty for war resisters
A letter to the Forum argues for full amnesty for war resisters and urges President Nixon to welcome them home with a public apology. The writer condemns denigrating veterans and contends the country needs intelligent individuals, while acknowledging genuine conscientious objectors.
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Dennis Lauer
Forum
Nixon
FBI Prying in Lost Omni Case Ties Kleindienst Gray and Fannin
Investigative columnist Jack Anderson reports Acting FBI Chief Pat Gray using agents to trace sources on a drunken driving case involving Senator Paul Fannin. FBI agents allegedly accessed long distance toll records to Phoenix, prompting protest from Phoenix lawyers and questions from attorney Robert Updike and his wife. The piece links Kleindienst Gray and Fannin as three peas in a political pool and notes official denials while highlighting FBI use in political investigation. A separate section discusses advertising to children and FTC probes into marketing ethics.
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Fannin
Law and Order
Joseph Munoz
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Jack Levine
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Levine
John Hunt
Robert Updike
Updike
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Mohr
William Billings
Anderson
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Gray
Senate
McCarville family seeks federal help after housing loss
The McCarvilles of Cresco urge Iowa residents to write congressmen to support a five year fight for settlement after an F-102 air guard jet crash destroyed their home. They appeal for action and kindness from elected officials.
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McCarvilles
Cresco
Iowa
Mideast Crisis Deepens After Israeli Libyan Flight Tragedy
Don Oakley argues the downing of the Libyan airliner by Israeli jets caused a moral victory for enemies and calls for a thorough review of commanders orders and reparations. He urges Arab-Israeli concessions and stronger superpower pressure to achieve permanent peace.
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Kleindienst, Gray, Fannin
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By Don Oakley
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