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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1985
Page
6
J F Hladky Jr is named chairman of the board of directors in a formal corporate leadership announcement. He succeeds the previous chair and will guide governance and strategic oversight for the organization.
The Gazette editorializes on the White House News Service proposing distribution of speeches and press releases via computer to outlets without Washington reporters. Critics warn it could distort official messages, erode free press principles, and enable government propaganda.
A Bettendorf father protests PG film showings in school citing A Christmas Story as an error in judgment. The elementary principal defends the decision noting the movie’s earthy language but arguing the ban would thin school materials and invite further criticism.
At the 15th conference of the African American Institute in Libreville Gabon African leaders condemn U S constructive engagement toward South Africa and warn four more years of quiet diplomacy will deepen repression. They accuse Washington of ignoring Africa and urge effective sanctions to prevent violence and extremism.
An Iowa columnist questions why national aid draws big responses while local hunger and homelessness receive less attention. He argues that true charity must balance great causes with daily acts of kindness at home and urges consistent care for neighbors facing hunger, loneliness, and poverty.
A parent defends two pit bulls Buck and Glacier from Minnesota, arguing temperament reflects training and home life. The author notes the dogs are well behaved around children and family events, urges Dr Anthony to reconsider bias, and recalls a past fatal incident to highlight responsibility.
A reader defends Denver Dillard and urges respect for the jury verdict finding Teresa Plowman guilty of second degree murder. The letter argues trial adversarial advocacy, respect for pretrial and trial records, and deference to jury findings as final.
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves. The piece notes Nancy Cezia Schirm of Cedar Rapids as vice president marketing at St Luke's Hospital and outlines her career path through Cedar Rapids advertising, then stints in Phoenix, Los Angeles, New York and Dallas.
After the election, readers urge consistent coverage of official votes by media outlets. They want front page reporting of lawmakers' actions on issues to inform future judgments at re election time.
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