18 Jan 1984
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1984
Page
1
The piece critiques the rising commercialism surrounding the 1984 Olympics. It notes heavy sponsorship from companies paying millions for logos and rights, and a separate U S Olympic Committee sponsorship model. It discusses potential risks of misleading ads, concerns about youth influence, and the uneasy balance between funding and integrity.
The IPT board gains final say under a new five year contract that shifts 75 percent of Friends funds to IPT while Friends keeps 25 percent for admin costs. A joint annual planning meeting and public board reporting are required to align fundraising with public oversight.
A reader from Benton County thanks a fearless driver with a Buy American made bumper sticker for guiding them through fog and danger on a unfamiliar road. The letter also credits a Century Cab driver, on crutches, for taking the mother to the airport and back home safely after a hazardous winter morning.
A reader laments lack of photo coverage for Prairie Band’s Cotton Bowl bus load, noting Cedar Rapids schools receive larger treatment. The piece urges stronger anti tobacco and alcohol counter advertising and highlights Doctors Ought To Care funding a local health counter ad campaign using student artwork.
The January 10 article about croissants sparked questions over flag usage. Editors imply future pasta coverage may feature the French flag in keeping with the subject.
Analysis notes Reagan’s calm White House appearance contrasting with Mondale Glenn clashes at a Dartmouth forum. McGovern defends Mondale while Democrats attack each other, boosting Reagan’s perceived advantage as an unopposed incumbent. The piece compares Sunday forums to 1972 contrasts and argues Reagan is winning the televised campaign.
The statement notes familiarity with the deeds of the apostles rather than their resolutions. It highlights emphasis on observable acts and missionary work over deliberative aims or final pronouncements. The speaker contrasts known actions with lesser-known resolutions.
Observers discuss how ellipses can alter meaning in AP reports. A critic notes a review of Lily Tomlin and a poll about attitudes toward homosexuals show how missing words can shift interpretation.
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