This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1988
Page
6
Labor Department data show 10 percent plus of employers offer specific child care benefits while 50 percent have work practices aiding working parents. 33 percent allow temporary reduced hours for child care, but only 2 percent sponsor on site day care. large firms far outperform small ones.
Labor Secretary McLaughlin links rising women in the workforce to child care becoming a top decade issue. Women voters may outnumber men by about ten million in Election 88, with hearings set for February on a 2.5 billion five year plan.
The article notes that despite a seven percent salary increase last year, Iowa judges remain underpaid at all levels and lawmakers must find funds for another boost this year. It suggests raising court fees and fines to prevent a potential bailout by top jurists.
Justice McGiverin notes Iowa ranks 37th in national trial judge compensation, a drop from 16th a decade ago. Gov Branstad backs a three step pay plan moving district judge salaries from 54 000 in 1987 to 72 000 in 1989 with further steps possible by the General Assembly.
A Washington Post column argues Nancy Reagan shaped policy and protected the president, aided by Michael Deaver. It contends a discreet first lady wielded influence behind the scenes, influencing Regan's staff moves and public stance while facing opposition from critics and feminists.
A Cedar Rapids family thanks Alan and Nancy Merrill for finding a $96 cash envelope lost at Ponderosa Steak House. They notified the manager and mailed the money back, avoiding cash in transit. The note praises the Merrills as honest citizens and urges pride in the community.
Rh Hammersla reports his motorcycle was stolen after parking behind the Central Branch YMCA. Police recovered the bike during a sting operation in Cedar Rapids and returned it in perfect condition, prompting thanks to the Cedar Rapids and state police.
A sister read in a local hospital ER on Sunday January 17 that a patient described severe eye pain and redness. The doctor noted a possible irritant and glaucoma question, gave antibiotics, and advised ophthalmology follow up. Subsequent exam revealed shingles in ten. The writer urged the physician to review medical literature.
A guide outlining how to submit letters anonymously with required writer name street address and signature while keeping phone numbers unlisted to aid authentication. It emphasizes 300 word limit and focusing on issues and public events rather than personal details.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.