Cedar Rapids Gazette Editorial Page Jan. 15 1976
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1976
Page
8
Iowas 1975 Highway Fatalities Dip Despite Peak Time Outlook
Iowa road deaths fell to 666 in 1975 a 2.8 percent drop from 685 in 1974 aided by stricter speed enforcement and drunk driving crackdowns. Patrols added 136 radar units and average speed slipped from 57.1 to 56.6 mph. Capt. Ted Godfrey notes local lawmen emulated troopers and cites fuel concerns as background factor. The 1962 low remains a benchmark as efforts aim to build on gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iown
Iowa Public Safety Department
Iowa
Capt
Godfrey
Ford image shows Ford's credibility dip in Harris Survey
The Harris Survey of 1,394 adults finds Ford viewed as lacking in both domestic and foreign policy handling. While 75% call him a nice guy, only 39% trust his intelligence to be a first rate president and 50% say he is not smart about national issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Harris
White House
U.S
Congress
Ono
Tevaeeeevets
Nixon
Teandens
Seeens
Gag orders in high court spotlight press freedom
Congressional Quarterly reviews whether pre trial gag orders violate First Amendment rights as the Supreme Court considers a Nebraskan murder case. The Simants affair sparked challenges to a state court order restricting news coverage of accusations and confessions prior to trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Supreme Court
Nebraska
Simants
Nebraska Press Assn
Blackmun
Limiting Pretrial Coverage Faces First Amendment Debate
The Sixth Amendment guarantees a speedy public trial and judges have invoked media gag orders to ensure fair proceedings. Justice Blackmun supported restricting press during pretrial when facts could prejudice jurors, while concerns about inaccurate or inflaming reporting were raised by a state supreme court. Congressional Quarterly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Supreme Court
Arguments Against Gag Orders and Press Freedom
The challengers argue gag orders violate First Amendment press freedom and pretrial restraint is improper. They contend public access to vital information is essential and note a remote risk of irreparable injury from publicity. Blackmun himself suggested narrowing limits, stating bare facts of the crime may be reported without harming a defendant’s right to a fair trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackmun
Supreme Court
Media-muzzling edicts worry editors and judges alike
The piece argues that gag orders in criminal cases threaten First Amendment freedoms. It cites Justice Blackmun and Nebraska rulings, notes reactions from Harold Medina and John Paul Stevens, and questions public acceptance of information controls. It asserts such orders can shield corruption and burden legal processes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Paul Stevens
U.S. Supreme Court
Medina
Stevens
Workweek debate urged with wage caveat
In a readers letter to the editor, the writer supports a 35 hour workweek only if hourly pay does not rise. He warns a 40 hour pay for 35 hours would worsen inflation and loyalty to labor unions has limits. He urges gradual demands to avoid harming workers against foreign competition.
Senators and reps urged to purge FBI CIA actions in eleventh hour
Letter cites congressional records to accuse Clark Culver Grassley and other lawmakers of wasteful spending and anti inflation stances. It claims 10 000 document destructions were authorized and argues many legislators should be rejected at the next election for supporting higher spends and military authorizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FBI
CIA
U.S
Clark
Culver
No Refund Gift Certificate Dilemma Sparks Outraged Family
A Cedar Rapids gift certificate bought for a mother with specific sizing led to a forced purchase when items were out of stock. The mother faced a no refund policy, prompting embarrassment and frustration for the out-of-town sister and the family, calling for refund rights and consumer awareness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Fieldwork as Freedom: Dignity in Labor and Poems
A reflective line asserts every task holds equal worth, praising field labor's dignity alongside poetic craft. The message elevates practical work as a noble pursuit deserving respect and attention in society.
Remarks on Dick Gregory’s comments at Kirkwood College
A participant recalls a meeting at Kirkwood College where Dick Gregory criticized the United States. The speaker expresses desire for change without denigrating the country and suggests the critic leave if he believes another country is better.
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Kirkwood College
Dick Gregory
United States
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Justice Blackmun
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Old R. Medina
U.S. Court of Appeals
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Charles Grassley
House
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