Farm hazards rise with technology in U.S. agriculture
The piece argues farm accidents remain the No 1 safety problem with deaths five times the national average. It notes farm complexity, new equipment, and unsafe practices, citing hog operations and contamination risks, plus leukemia and other cancers linked to pesticides and water pollution. It urges federal and state action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
America
U.S. House Agricultural Committee
Iowa
United States
Hunters defend hunting and wildlife ethics in letter to the gazette
A Sumner reader argues hunters are ethical, outdoor lovers who hunt to feed their families and support conservation. He counters animal rights critics, defends use of surplus game, and notes predator roles, hunting gear, and concern over hunting accidents while urging understanding of hunting culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Lenz
Sumner
Public servants and their $135,000 price tag
A reader laments the rising cost of government representation arguing $135,000 salaries distort service to the people. The letter questions campaign promises to serve the public and suggests cheaper help could better budget funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Yale
Harvard
Washington, D.C
Letters Critique Brucemore Dress Debate and Grammar
Charles Cannon of Adel St comments on Jan 3 and Jan 8 letters about Brucemore dress and grammar. He defends the original writer, condemns the follow‑up for cruelty, and urges civil disagreement without humiliation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brucemore
Gazette
Charles Cannon
Adel St. SE
Cedar Rapids Housing Proposal for Substandard Homes
James M. Handler of Cedar Rapids proposes the city acquire deteriorated downtown area houses at no cost and transfer title after repairs and inspections. The plan aims to house low income residents who will fix properties and establish residence, asking if the city remains progressive in helping citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
James M. Handler
Cottage Glen SE
Squadron History Notes for 358 and 303 Bomb Groups
A brief inquiry notes the 358 Squadron Group and the 303 Bomb Group B 17 outfits and invites sources. It cites Art Schinker born in Norway Iowa as an airman shot down over Europe and held by Germans, highlighting shared histories and prisoner of war experience.
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Art Schinker
Norway
Europe
Aid to Women Visit Highlights Teen Pregnancy Concerns
Gov Branstad visited Aid to Women on January 13 and learned the crisis center has operated five years. About 1,000 women were seen this year for testing and counseling as volunteers and the board were praised for their work promoting informed consent and alternatives to abortion.
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Branstad
Aid
Poor little rich boy and the whinings of a $115000 yuppie
A reader responds to a Washington bureaucrat who laments his wealth and tax breaks. The letter defends non eldest generation retirees, recalls housing costs and education funding, and urges investment in IRAs rather than pitting generations. The author asserts personal retirement earnings and criticizes class envy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Civil Service
Jacuzzi
The Perils of Phonetic Spelling in Letters
Readers critique phonetic spellings in recent column with examples from Dr Ed Stanek and references to Michael Anthony and The Millionaire. Letters discuss reportage accuracy and playful mis Spellings about French terms and usage.
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Nancy McHugh
Ed Stanek
Iowa
Stanek
Michael Anthony
Nancy
John Meyer
Calmar
Chicago
Don Washburn
Marion
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