Fix partisanship Put a lid on it
A column urges Iowa leaders to unite on weather reform by building a retractable state roof. It envisions anchoring in surrounding states, seasonal openness, and billions in cost offset by snow removal savings and tourist revenue. It also humorously imagines Attorney General Tom Miller pursuing lawsuits against snow-related industries.
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Gazette promotes agriculture with soybean ink and recycling drive
The Gazette highlights a commitment to future farming by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to recycle newspapers at City Carton or nearby recycling locations, with contact details and subscription rates listed for Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
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Bush Defends Chavez Nomination Amid Immigration Row
President-elect Bush backed Linda Chavez after a claim she helped an illegal immigrant, Marta Mercado. Chavez said she did not know Mercado was illegal. FBI interviews followed. Senate confirmation hearings set for January 16 to 17.
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Whitman admits past employment of illegal aliens
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Cabinet designee raises more money for Bush
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Faith Hill and Tim McGraw Lead American Music Awards
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Gazette corrections page reprints miscaption and quote
A correction note states a photo on page 8B was taken at Taco John’s on Second Street in Coralville and the business name was misidentified. It also corrects a quote from Cedar Rapids Presort owner James Kulish about bulk mail rates, noting a 10 to 15 percent savings claim and a 9.1 percent average rate rise.
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