No commandments nailed to the wall but there is hope
Walt Stromer, Cornell College professor emeritus of theater and speech, notes there is hope in upbringing as a father shares a humorous reflection on grandchildren 11 and 13 and lessons about the Golden Rule amid light family banter about string and window breaking.
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Eddie
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Walt Stromer
Mount Vernon
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Teachers Of Yote Sure Fouled Up A An Rule
Paul Strandberg of Oelwein described a nine word idea about articles. A clipping notes continued use of a and an depends on sound not spelling. AP manual clarifies when to use a or an with consonant and vowel sounds.
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Oelwein
Indonesia
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Utopia
Associated Press
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Gun lawsuits show federal push risks, Lott argues
John R. Lott Jr. contends Clinton aims to join 28 city suits against gun makers, using court action to curb industry while ignoring benefits of gun ownership. He cites police support for civilian gun rights and compares firearm costs to other products, urging balanced consideration.
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Clinton
Canada
Britain
United States
Letters to the Gazette Base dove hunt decision on facts
A reader urges hunters to base dove hunt decisions on facts not advocacy. The letter cites threats against supporters, argues wildlife management bodies hold the facts, and warns against overhunting myths. The writer endorses the proposal and asks readers to contact state representatives.
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Dove Hunt
Bruce E. Volz
Norway
Gazette Letters Policy and Contact Information
The Gazette states a 300 word limit for letters. Include name street address and daytime phone. only name and hometown will be published. Provide address The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 FAX (319) 398-5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Linn County zoning clash over church barn Christmas service
A former Linn County resident argues seeds of faith Lutheran Church needed a permit to hold a Christmas Eve service in a barn. The letter critiques planning and zoning rules and mocks bureaucratic safety concerns as overbearing while urging tolerance for church gatherings.
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Linn County
Isaiah
Micah
Local air fare disparity prompts council action
A reader notes a striking price gap between fares at the local airport and nearby airports. They suggest the city council study the issue and consider creating a local airport authority to level pricing in Eastern Iowa.
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Nashville
Iowa
Defy God's Word and Pay the Price Letter Sparks Debate
A reader condemns a December 24 letter from a gay man, arguing society cannot accept living contrary to the Word of God. The writer warns against seeking alternative lifestyles and asserts Jesus as the path to salvation, framing dissent as a path to damnation.
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