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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 2001
Page
10
Jane Claspy Nesmith shares a mother’s Bag of Tricks to win calm meals and smooth daily routines. She explains giving choices and small competitions to let children feel in control while avoiding fights. She notes pitfalls and links these tactics to leadership and diplomacy.
Joby McGowan argues in Cedar Rapids that teachers are underpaid compared with similar professions and that student achievement depends on many factors beyond a single test score. He urges using multiple assessments over time and cautions against linking pay solely to test outcomes.
A reader questions the existence of moderate Republicans amid a rightward turn in Washington. The letter argues conservatives push a fundamentalist moral agenda while government weakens protections against corporate power and religious intolerance. It defends Electoral College outcomes and critiques liberal reactions to Bush era politics.
Mrs. Francis Wagner thanks postal workers for their reliable daily delivery despite long lines and last minute rushes tied to the 34 cent stamps, noting the carriers perform well under all conditions and deserve praise.
Wes Lucken discusses two ad issues: the phrase reduced up to 20 percent off and splitting names across lines. He notes double emphasis may boost sales and explains justification tightens column edges, making name hyphenation a historical newspaper layout concern.
Richard J. Tjarks argues society falls short of the Boy Scouts of America and defends the organization's standards on morality, patriotism, and conduct amid debates over homosexual inclusion and public acceptance. He urges commitment to virtuous living per God's word and warns against pressuring the BSA to alter its principles.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. only name and hometown will appear with the letter. Mail to Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or fax 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
A letter writer describes heavy bird droppings around Greene Square and downtown Cedar Rapids. He criticizes local bird activity and suggests reducing the birds, while noting concerns about safety and city cleaning costs.
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