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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1981
Page
6
Reagan officials push for immediate decontrol of crude and gasoline to boost windfall taxes and spur exploration. Critics warn abrupt deregulation could raise prices, while some argue gradual phase-in over eight months may blunt inflation and encourage conservation.
Lawmakers weigh adding local option taxes to let communities choose new levies beyond the hotel motel tax. Professor Tom Pogue argues these taxes would spur local responsibility while raising needed city revenues, with precedent in nearby states and varied forms including general sales selective sales and local payroll taxes.
After the hostages are released, President Reagan weighs a two way approach toward Iran. Advisers led by Secretary Haig favor easing tensions and establishing closer ties, citing Iran's strategic Gulf position and oil importance. The stance signals reconciliation after the hostage crisis and ongoing U.S. interest in stabilizing the region.
Readers urge Cedar Rapids to keep Mercy Hospital OB department, criticize St. Luke's crowding risk, and call for hospital choice. They praise area doctors who offer Mercy deliveries and urge support for two hospitals.
The author seeks information on four Jackson siblings Larry Patricia Sandra Herbert Roy moved from New London to St Marys Orphanage in Dubuque Iowa in 1949. They believe their mother lives in Burlington area with the older sisters who stayed with her. Patricia would be in early 40s Sandy around 39 or 40.
A reader complains that a company posted job ads for 10 am to 4 pm but early arrivals were told positions were filled before 9 am. The complainant urges adherence to posted hours to ensure fair access and equal chance for all applicants.
Observers note a split in reception with many working women finding the film amusing while many men in executive roles do not. The humor about workplace dynamics sparks varied reactions.
A longtime advocate warns the Cedar Rapids Public Library project may fail despite a Hall Foundation grant that lowers public cost by 25 percent and potential use of the current building by the Community Theatre. Voters on January 27 face a near 58 percent affirmative indication, with doubt lingering about a sure thing.
Periodic observations invited from thoughtful Eastern Iowans with unlimited topics. Views belong to the writers. Carl Kane of Cedar Rapids is noted as a freelance publicist since 1947 and a former reporter who taught journalism at Coe College for 20 years.
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