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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1988
Page
6
The ADAPT backed plan to distribute free needles to addicts defies state law and draws warnings from law enforcement. Yolanda Serrano argues clean needles curb AIDS spread, insisting aid to addicts outweighs moral objections and potential prosecutions.
Ms. Serrano tells the New York Times that giving needles to addicts is essential to curb AIDS spread. ADAPT urges a pilot program. Health Commissioner Joseph notes urgency while state officials resist pre AIDS morality. Public health and civil disobedience clash over drug policy.
National Coalition on Television Violence says 1987 88 ratings show worst violence in 30 years, prompting networks to pull high violence programs. Critics warn against government led limits while praising self regulation, noting counting of insults as violence and gunfire stats.
Vincent Harding asks how society should confront King's evolving legacy from civil rights hero to radical antiwar advocate. He argues the nation must face King's 1968 stance against war and inequality, asking if we will honor him by pursuing justice or dilute his influence as a safe symbol.
Readers urge action against sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions from coal plants as acid rain harms forests crops and water. Rep Kemp with Gordon Humphrey plans legislation giving states three years to propose EPA policies and flexible tech paths to meet below 1980 emission levels while preserving consumer costs and promoting energy conservation.
Betty Greenwoua of 417 Ninth St NW thanks two young men who stopped to assist when her car tire came off the rim two blocks from home. After an hour of trouble, another driver borrowed a larger jack from the station and helped change the tire. She expresses gratitude and notes there are still good people out there.
Dr John H Tinker of the University of Iowa protests a 4 cent per gallon gas tax increase aimed at road funding. He argues IDOT inefficiency and previous rail subsidies hurt transport, warns higher costs to consumers, and defends University of Iowa excellence against Meadows Gazette Outlooks criticism.
Cedar Rapids fire investigator Lt. Alan Brockhohn warns against using hot tools to thaw pipes and suggests keeping faucet drips to prevent freeze ups while noting sewer pipes can freeze. advice includes insulated pipes, heated cables, vinyl skirting, and hiring a fully insured professional for safety and winter readiness. Fat Meekt and Meeker's Mobile Home Service in Hiawatha are mentioned.
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