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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1983
Page
6
The Gazette argues a proposed 15 000 ceiling on deduction of federal taxes would raise about 25 million annually but fall hardest on high earners. It warns limiting deductions could harm Iowa’s business climate and notes most high income tax filers already bear a large share of the burden.
The Entertainment Channel shut down after nine months of losses totaling $34 million, a move explained as a shift toward advertiser-supported models. Analysts note high cable prices and small audience for cultural programming, while major outlets like HBO and USA Network remain profitable for comparison.
An Esquire profile contrasts John Rawls and Robert Nozick on equality and liberty. Rawls argues wealth redistribution for the poor, while Nozick defends minimal state power and private charity, examining who defines human needs and justice.
A reader explains not being allowed to withdraw 130 dollars due to unverified deposits after a holiday, recounts past leniency, and questions bank trust. The letter also questions Blue Cross and Blue Shield 50 percent rate hikes, speculates causes, and urges scrutiny of insurance and computer error claims. Joseph Seaborn requests a trustworthy bank and notes rising costs and suspected policyholder impact.
Administrators express gratitude to area businesses and individuals for supporting Job Shadowing Week. Over 70 metro area students participated in a positive career exploratory experience, with hopes to continue annually.
A writer chronicles excuses and rituals delaying income tax preparation, from January address book tidying to February visits, March cleaning and spring enthusiasm in Iowa. The piece blends personal habit with seasonal mood, urging timely filing despite distractions and weather.
The text argues that Britain used coercive and exploitative methods to dominate Indian muslin, citing Dacca handloom injury, illegal manufacture, and raw material control to stamp goods Made in Britain, challenging claims of Western superiority in technology.
The Gazette invites readers to submit opinions but limits each writer to one letter every 30 days and requires the writer’s name street address and signature. Provide a telephone number for authentication. anonymous letters are not published and content should focus on issues and events rather than personalities.
A Marion City Council candidate Frank Reynolds is praised by Cedar Rapids and Marion volunteers who have worked with him on committees. They highlight his leadership on the West Side group and applaud his hours saving Wilson Junior High, urging Marion voters to support him.
Periodic observations from local residents invited to share thoughts. Mary Rouse of Iowa City retires as writer editor for the University of Iowa News Services in January 1981 after prior posts at colleges in Michigan Oklahoma and Minnesota.
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