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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1992
Page
4
The University of Iowa won approval from the Regents to spend about 5 million on a new sports complex and remodel of the recreation building. With a looming state deficit and broad spending cuts, the plan faces budgetary pressure, but private donations are expected to fund much of the Athletic Facilities Improvement Program.
UCLA physiologists Brian Whipp and Susan Ward project parity or near parity in shorter track events by the next century while predicting longer races may see women eventually match men. The analysis cites historic openings for women in marathons and Olympics and notes differing hip structure as a hurdle in 100 meters.
Elaine Ciulla Kamarck analyzes how Democratic presidential hopefuls frame the Gulf War amid the anniversary. The piece weighs Clinton Tsongas Kerrey Harkin Brown and others on their war votes, strategy, and credibility to challenge Bush while the economy dominates the spotlight.
A 1983 unpaid bill judgment against a single family home owner surfaced during a 1990 title search after the owner sold the property. An Iowa Electric employee allegedly provided an incorrect payoff figure, and a subsequent garnishment sought remaining interest. The matter was resolved amicably by IE Collections chief Dennis Draker and SE attorney Andrew Matthews.
The Gazette cartoon hints Uncle Sam celebrated the Russians crumbling while questioning whether any U S strategy existed for post victory fallout. It asks if government branches prepared for Soviet bankruptcy, mass unemployment, environmental damage, disarmament risks, or fallout on the U S economy and global nuclear order.
Letter writer decries a judge’s ruling that returns a baby to the birth mother after a year, removing her from a stable foster home in Ann Arbor. The author argues the child’s best interests were overlooked and appeals for judicial caution.
Reader Daryl Mally questions the January front page image of a tree adorned with old shoes, suggesting viewers may mistake it for Dr Russell Anthony's anti crow campaign. The note reflects local readers' interpretations and concerns.
A Jan 14 letter commends those who aided the Christmas project of the Homeless Children's Trust. The sponsor KGAN was inadvertently omitted in its own publication.
Reader notes a Democratic pro-life candidate Pat Mahoney, urging pro-life Democrats to attend the February 10 caucuses. The letter suggests his disclosure could push media to cover his candidacy and concerns on the front page.
James R. Phifer of Coe College defends accessibility policies for disabled students. He cites moving classes to accessible rooms and notes newer buildings meet federal requirements, with ongoing improvements for older structures.
A Cedar Rapids reader objects to Mike Kilen's column about Huckleberrys. The letter accuses the piece of disrespect and factual errors and describes a positive dining experience with attentive staff and fresh food.
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