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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1981
Page
9
The correspondence argues against higher taxes and recalls past library bond failures while noting land shifts for a traffic route and the Five Seasons Center. It questions remodeling versus building a new library as downtown space limits efficiency and contends Cedar Rapids should be able to afford an adequate public library.
A Gazette writer thanks route customers for Christmas gestures during a busy season. He expresses appreciation and blesses all who remembered him.
A letter responder challenges a proposed library expansion, arguing high costs burden taxpayers and future generations. The writer suggests delaying the $2 million gift, relocating space in the Witwer building, and favoring existing Marion and Kenwood facilities.
A critical jeremiad against fundamentalist Christianity finds deception in politics, media, churches, and “born-again” circles. It argues dispensationalism and BLIT oppose anti-God fundamentalism, urging Christians to challenge clergymen and defend scriptures publicly.
The postmaster general outlines a nine digit ZIP code rollout this year and forecasts reduced postal rate hikes. the speaker theorizes a 20 or 100 digit system could end increases or even yield cuts, while suggesting token stamps for collectors remain.
Writer urges Iowa to allow on farm and home delivery sales of certified raw milk, arguing the state needs a legal source despite current bans. He notes past House support, Senate blockage, and calls for lobbying future lawmakers while citing Nevada’s legalization as context.
The piece argues that criticism of U.S. economic actions is often unfounded. It reviews oil imports and pricing from the 1950s to the 1970s, noting limited Iranian role before 1973, price fixes by OPEC, and the U.S. as a net exporter at times. It cautions against guilt complexes over nonfaults.
A columnist voices frustration at perceived overstaffing and ample benefits questioning if public workers should resume full duties for the nation's needs. The critique targets government employees, pensions, early retirement, and holiday time.
The passage discusses inner control where individuals decide by analysis and outer control where society dictates actions. It links Fromm ideas to real world examples like Jonestown and Lennon's assassination, noting aloneness fear, conformity, and violence when personal identity is suppressed.
Gazette editorial page invites letters with up to 400 words. Include writer's name street address and signature. Telephone number required for authentication. Do not publish anonymously. Letters should focus on issues and events over personalities. No verse. One letter per writer every 30 days.
Elisabeth Young argues libraries offer education beyond costlier colleges and urges a yes vote on January 27 for Cedar Rapids Public Library funding. She cites self taught figures like Eastman and Ford, notes modern access to books tapes and microfilms, and calls adequate housing essential for expanding learning opportunities.
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. The topics are unlimited. The views are theirs.
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