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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1985
Page
6
An independent newspaper founded in 1883 announces its leadership lineup with J.P. Hladky Jr. as Chairman of the Board, Joe Hladky III as President and Publisher, John Donnelly as Executive Vice President and Treasurer, John Robertson as Managing Editor, and Art Heusinkveld as Editor of Editorial Pages with the Editorial Board Chairman noted.
The editorial notes North Carolina Senator Jesse Helms seeks to buy a controlling stake in CBS News by rallying fellow conservatives to own stock and install a compatible board. It calls the approach a bold if unlikely bid to wed politics and business within the system, with ironies and risks aplenty.
A group called Fairness in Media seeks to raise nearly one million to influence CBS stock and board votes. Investors would shift holdings to CBS shares while Helms allies press for a board overhaul to curb liberal bias. The plan hinges on funders pushing a neutral news policy, challenging the current media balance.
Congress raises to 75100 a year amid cost of living pressures. Rep Jim Kolbe notes housing costs in Washington are high and supports a 5 percent cut, arguing it would save 1741425 annually but may hurt lawmakers who rely on salaries.
A personal reflection contrasts Mrs. Peterson an eighth grade educator who encouraged growth and respect with Mr. Schultz a harsh geometry teacher who used intimidation. The piece emphasizes teachers as powerful personal instruments shaping thinking values and self perception.
Outlooks article collects Eastern Iowans reflections on teaching. A Cedar Rapids principal recalls a formative math class with a harsh instructor, contrasting with a gentler teacher whose influence spurred growth. The piece argues teachers wield power over motivation and self esteem and urges choosing humane approaches.
A letter condemns University of Pennsylvania animal experiments as cruel and unethically conducted with anesthetic claims disputed. It urges public action, NIH investigation, and humane treatment, while also listing tax concerns, airport leadership, local talent, and February 5 school board considerations.
A columnist argues that reverend is an adjective rather than a title and should be set with appropriate prefixes The Rev should be used only with a full name or with added titles The piece cites reader feedback showing mixed reception to correct usage and stresses careful language.
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