Food-price rhetoric questioned by Bergland figures
The piece critiques Agriculture Secretary Bergland's claim that food costs average 17 percent of after-tax income, noting wide disparities across households and countries. It argues that rising beef prices and general inflation erode purchasing power while department gloss risks misleads about real consumer burden.
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Carol Foreman
U.S. Agriculture Department
Agriculture
Bergland
U.S
Citizens urge bipartisan panel for reapportionment after 1980 census
Governor Ray proposes forming a bipartisan Iowa citizens committee to advise the Legislature on redrawing legislative and congressional districts after the 1980 census. The panel would help avoid partisan wrangling and familiarize members with reapportionment issues ahead of the 1981-82 Legislature.
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Ray
Iowa Supreme Court
Iowa
Herschel Loveless
New Class of Senators Expands Freshman Presence
The 96th Congress welcomes 20 newcomers eight under 40 and two Rhodes Scholars three former governors seven ex-House members and five with no prior elective office. The group is youthful educated and more conservative than predecessors though few fit neat ideological labels.
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Washington
Sens. David
Senate
House
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Hew puffs smoke screen in weed study
A critical column questions a federal smoking report, challenging its scientific accuracy and political messaging. It argues the foreword turns science into public relations, notes weak evidence about a cigarette cancer link, and questions government role in altering habits.
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Washington
Welfare
Joseph Califano
Califano
Letters on Iowa winter driving and Indy 500 trial
A reader laments reckless winter driving in Iowa and critiques drivers who fail to clear windows. The writer warns against succumbing to pressure from speed enthusiasts racing to the Indy 500 and cautions about dangerous rear visibility.
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Iowa
Dallas
California
St. Louis
Editor questions on Iowa Fieldhouse and six player basketball
The writer urges caution on building a new Fieldhouse at the University of Iowa arguing the current arena may suffice and that expanding it could be prudent. They oppose six player women’s basketball and suggest six player men’s play would diminish scholarship prospects and competitive equity.
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University of Iowa
the Gazette
Iowa
City snow rules unfair to seniors and driveway cleanup
A reader questions the snow law citing a city plow that pushes snow from the street into a cleaned driveway after the 48 hour rule. The senior citizen notes large drifts, fines for returning snow, and asks for law symmetry and store sidewalk practices.
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Traffic Bureau
Isn’t it the truth by Carl Ribiet Jr
Economists nationwide warn of greater inflation, a rare consensus among economists, and a humorous take on misplacing items with a mail solution.
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Carl Ribiet Jr
Delayed Federal Pensions Hamper Wedding Plans
A reader explains delays in Title 19 and other government pension checks affecting marriage plans. The couple expected January delivery but were told to wait until January 10 to 12, finally receiving checks on January 12, illustrating ongoing administrative difficulties for couples relying on federal aid.
Americans back Carter China recognition amid mixed views
A Harris ABC survey of 1,498 adults shows 60 percent support recognizing the People's Republic of China while 57 percent disapprove of canceling Taiwan defense pacts. Majorities vary by region and ideology, with cautious approval of closer ties but concern over arming Taiwan.
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Carter
People’s Republic of China
Taiwan
ABC News-Harris
China
Shanghai
Nixon
People’s Republic
Mr. Carter
East
Midwest
West
South
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