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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1989
Page
9
Historic white oaks shaped Iowa’s landscape from Civil War era to today and shaded Cedar Rapids neighborhoods. Urbanization and construction damage roots and air water flow, while few new oaks are planted or survive, threatening the city’s heritage oak groves.
Reader letters criticize Helen Hunter’s view of Planned Parenthood in schools as misleading and biased. The writers defend school based sex education, cite large public spending, and warn against parental neglect while urging informed teen guidance.
Scott Galway praises the Cedar Rapids Silver Bullets for affordable family entertainment, exciting halftime acts, and strong community impact while supporting local attendance in the CBA. He notes easy parking, short travel times, and the team’s role in promoting the city.
A Cedar Rapids reader voices frustration over police department actions and The Gazette coverage. The letter criticizes Safety Commissioner Bob Jaeger and questions police conduct, citing the Civil Service Commission ruling on Captain Louis Stepanek and alleged misconduct by detectives Rosdall and officers Chapman and Carter.
A concise set of rules for letters to the editor focusing on issues and public business rather than individuals. Addresses anonymity while requiring the writer’s name and signature, with a non published phone number for authentication. Each letter should be under 300 words and only one letter per writer every 30 days.
Edward P Brown argues against Paul S Hewitts claim that $115 000 yearly income is inadequate noting many live on far less and criticizing subsidies for seniors. He recalls past wages and stresses responsibility to save while questioning Social Security and notches noting personal family sacrifices and future retirement.
A Cedar Rapids business advice piece argues avoiding got in contractions improves tone. Readers share irritation at thank you notes and letters with sloppy grammar, citing Wendy's advertisement and a president who rejects letters with errors.
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