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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1996
Page
2
Mike Royko argues that a flat income tax favors the rich regardless of rate, warning politicians will sugarcoat it to attract votes. He notes current top rates around 40 percent and emphasizes the political appeal of portraying tax plans as helping the poor while benefiting the wealthy.
The FDA approves Respiram, a plasma derived drug, to help protect high risk infants and toddlers from serious RSV complications. It does not prevent infection and is aimed at reducing illness during the RSV season from November through April.
The Gazette announces availability of reprints for local photographs with a contact number 398-8322 for pricing and details.
Queen Elizabeth II breaks silence addressing Diana and Fergie amid divorce talks and debt rumors. The palace urged Diana and Charles toward a quick divorce while Fergie faces over 1.5 million dollars in debt and scrutiny of royal spending. The stance draws mixed commentary from Guardian and Independent on monarchy credibility.
The Gazette notes corrections to Weekend Calendar and Weekend Calendar items. Corrected items include My Emperor's New Clothes at Jefferson High School, Flat Cat at American Gothic Cafe in Marion, Anne Murray concert at the Paramount with ticket prices, and Midland school district two hour delay. The paper invites accuracy complaints at 398-8313.
The Gazette highlights sustainable printing using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth St SW or nearby locations. Subscriptions and contact numbers are listed for Cedar Rapids postal service and general inquiries.
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