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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1987
Page
9
Letters express long support for a unicameral legislature and critique excess aging lawmakers while urging capstone changes. They argue for tighter lobbying controls and critique domestic abuse law definitions amid community college adult education anecdotes and notes on lifelong learning.
A Cedar Rapids driver recounts a deer collision near Center Point, detailing glass injuries and a sheriff led tow to Darrah's in Hiawatha. He paid 36 dollars plus 30 to move his car home, criticizes the department for refusing alternative tow options, and questions a money making arrangement. He asserts distrust in law enforcement and claims bias.
Andrea Hendricks reports a beaver inhabiting the creek from Spring House to the slough near 1 380 using litter from 7 Eleven to build a dam. Traps were placed by the dam raising safety and legal concerns. If pollution stops the creek could again host fish as it did 35 years ago.
In a nostalgic tone the author recalls a 1938 heartbreak at Colfax School Linsey Street and Muldoon’s Ice Cream Parlour. The piece promotes AFS student exchange for ages 15 to 19 with 10 to 12 week programs and language tracks, offering financial aid and early March 1 application deadlines. Julie Miller and Heidi Larson are listed for contact.
The Gazette tightens its letter to the editor limit from 400 to 300 words starting February 1 due to higher letter volumes and space pressures. Exceptions may be made for unusually important messages, aiming to keep opinion access wide for readers.
Eleanor Taylor argues that crusades against pornography and abortion bring reform but also brutal injustice. She cautions against labeling acts as purely evil or good, urging mindfulness of attitude and intention. The piece contrasts quiet reverence with animated worship at First Presbyterian Church.
Allamakee County resident challenges Rep. Halvorson on his stance against privatizing Iowa’s state liquor business. A district poll showed 44 percent favor state exit, 38 percent in favor of privatization, 17 percent undecided. The writer cites local opponents and argues the state should keep control to curb underage drinking.
Bill Williamson of Des Moines argues against criticism of teachers, noting the value of educators and the need to improve educational awareness in Iowa. He contends teachers work without paid holidays, moonlight to supplement income, and that Iowa’s education system remains strong despite critique. He calls on detractors to leave Iowa in search of a better system.
A compilation of examples showing apostrophe confusion in headlines and quotes. Highlights errors like its versus it’s and mine’s vs mine’s, with notes on preferred punctuation in headlines and casual prose.
Periodic observations from Eastern Iowans invite readers to express personal perspectives on any topic. The column emphasizes individual viewpoints and community dialogue without rigid limits.
Harold F. Ewoldt of Cedar Rapids, a retired general manager of the Cedar Rapids Marion Area Chamber of Commerce, was noted as a specialist in the Cedar Rapids area history.
The piece traces Cedar Rapids downtown evolution from 1840 to the present, noting First Street origin, the rise of mills, hotels, theatres, railroads, and department stores. It recalls fires and rebuilds, urban renewal, malls, and today the downtown district as a blended retail, commercial, and cultural core with a resilient heart.
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