Made in USA Floors: Public Urges for American Goods
Readers respond to a column proposing department stores create all American floors. Supporters urge easier access to US made products while stressing jobs and the economy. Many express intent to patronize stores that offer dedicated Made in USA sections. Bob Greene’s Friday Gazette column notes.
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Victoria Cory
J.A. Rinaldi
John Presutti
Busing plan mixes pupils by economy in La Crosse
La Crosse Wisconsin plans mandatory busing of about 2100 elementary students to new schools next fall to mix children from different economic backgrounds. Some parents criticize the move as forced and unnecessary while backers see it as desegregation by economics.
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James Coleman
Cedar Rapids Weekend Events Calendar Snapshot
Friday January 17 feature highlights a Cedar Rapids recycling truck event at Hy Vee 2711 Mount Vernon Rd SE from 10 a m to 2 p m. Cityline Calendar notes meetings at 9 a m Benton County Board of Supervisors Courthouse Vinton and lists Cedar Rapids Iowa City contact numbers.
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Short Stories Are Not Real Life
Book excerpt summary notes David R Slavitt writes stories with pointed morals though not didactic. It places the New York City writing teacher within an urban decay frame and suggests life should be mostly dull and happy. The stories are suave witty and full of pain with a strong oral voice.
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