Farmland distress questions paradigm shift in economy
The piece argues no real shift has occurred in farming patterns despite eight years of distress. It notes USDA forecasts a fiscal year 1999 export drop to 49 billion dollars, with soybeans and cotton endangered by Brazil’s currency devaluation. Farmers cope by reinvesting when times are good, but farm troubles continue to spill into broader sectors.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Department
Brazil
U.S
Winter defies forecasts in Iowa this winter
Climatologists call winter 1998 99 over February end December January February comprise the season. La Nina expected colder patterns largely failed as jet stream stayed west to east keeping eastern Iowa milder. Some readers question Hillaker predictions while western Iowa saw stronger storms.
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Iowa
Harry Hillaker
the Gazette
Hillaker
Henry Nathanson
Iowa City
Nathanson
New York Times
Nature
Des Moines
Lessons From Impeachment On Sex And Power
The Rev. Bruce D. Williams argues impeachment reveals how sex and power seduce leaders and shape public judgment. It urges personal integrity, responsible leadership, and forgiveness, noting that true legacy rests on honesty, accountability, and restored trust rather than political victory.
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Polonius
Hunters should pass on trophies and admire wildlife
A reader letter questions the display of hunter trophies in The Gazette. The writer argues killing animals for heads or antlers harms enjoyment of wildlife and urges hunting only for food, reflecting on ethics and the impact on domestic animals.
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Pat Williams
Marior
Johnson County Local Option Sales Tax Endorsement
A citizen urges a yes vote on March 30 for a local option sales tax in Johnson County. The appeal highlights quality of life, education, tourism, healthcare, and continued growth with improved roads and facilities, aligning with standards set by over 500 Iowa communities.
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Johnson County
Iowa
Waste transfer station faces Cedar Rapids council battle
Readers urge fair decision on a new waste transfer facility as zoning changes and objections from General Mills threaten the Garnants dream. Perceived conflicts of interest and legal challenges fuel calls for a transparent vote to allow the project to proceed.
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Cedar Rapids
Garnants
Bluestein
Bluestem
Denise Yates
Palo
General Mills
Edgewood Road
Climatologist Questioned Over Persistent Warm Winter Forecasts
A reader criticizes state climatologist Harry Hillaker for repeated wrong forecasts of below normal temperatures while noting a New York report on El Nino and La Nina effects. The letter calls for a better forecast source and more accurate reporting.
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Harry Hillaker
Gazette
New York
National Oceanographic Institute
Letter to the Gazette Guidelines
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Writers must include name street address and daytime phone number. Only name and hometown will be published. address Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. FAX 319 398 5846. email gazette fyiowa com.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Gazette
Compliment to Rich Patterson on hunting and nature column
Ralph H. Palmer praises Rich Patterson for a Feb 21 Gazette guest column. He commends the piece for addressing cultural defects in progress and community growth and for clearly articulating the facts of protecting nature.
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Rich Patterson
Rich
Don’t Kill Doves Says Solon Resident
Delores Meister of Solon argues against dove hunting citing their role at feeders baths and nest sites. She says doves’ short natural life spans and soothing cooing make hunting barbaric and unnecessary.
Iowa Faces Wage Push After $30 Million Gift
A former student’s $30 million gift to the University of Iowa was announced on February 18 while warnings emerged that top teachers might leave unless wages rose. Administrators said tuition increases would follow if needed to fund higher pay.
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University of Iowa
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