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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1985
Page
6
A New York Times report notes a 52 percent hike in medical malpractice insurance for a major insurer serving about 45,000 doctors, with further increases likely for others. Costs would push up obstetric and neurosurgery premiums, doctor visits, and baby-delivery charges, while juries and lawyers profit from big settlements.
University of Iowa willmandatorily retire James A. Van Allen and Mauricio Lasansky at age 70. Van Allen led physics since 1951 and discovered the radiation belts in 1958. Lasansky has headed the art history printmaking department since 1945 with works in major museums.
George Will argues that tax simplification will clash with budget battles in Congress. He warns that Senate Republicans and House Democrats may block each other, risking continuing resolutions until 1986, while taxes touch parsons housing, sports deductions, second homes, business meals, and bonds. The piece frames a pivotal year for federal power and state dependence.
Letters express shock at an Iowa Ophthalmology ad claiming optometrists lack medical licensure while defending optometry’s training and role. Other readers urge support for public safety, abuse prevention, school board funding, and abortion policy with calls for positive approaches and continued civic involvement.
Letter to the Gazette condemns a Jan. 19 cartoon as offensive. The writer touts Cedar Rapids aid figures and asks how many jobs the administration has created for the poor while defending President Reagan and urging shame on the publication.
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