Gasohol funding politics spark Iowa concerns
The Gazette argues for a GAO probe into DOE loan guarantees for private alcohol plants. It notes Iowa received only 45 million of more than 1 billion committed, while states like Louisiana and actions surrounding Hunts and Great Western Sugar raise questions about feedstock, transport, and political influence in the gasohol program.
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Des Moines
Jellybean Scoldings in White House Candy Controversy
A tongue in cheek commentary notes how jellybeans replace peanuts as symbols of presidential snacking for Reagan and Carter. It mocks dental warnings from health groups while urging readers to enjoy sweets, suggesting the issue is more about public fuss than health.
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Letters to The Gazette on Corn Sweeteners strike hard line
Bernadine Cate argues for union rights at Corn Sweeteners Cedar Rapids plant. She accuses management of seeking to end seniority and bumping rights 40 hour week pension sick days and vacation gains and warns of wider effect if the tactic succeeds. She recalls police action against picket guards and urges justice for workers.
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Cedar Rapids
Andreas
No Loyalty Concerning ADM Corn Sweeteners Strike
A reader denounces ADM Corn Sweeteners workers for striking during mass unemployment and mocks those who join. The writer argues strikers deserve pity and labels scabs as desperate despite the workers’ job actions. The piece frames loyalty to the company and notes personal 7,000 locally unemployed status.
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ADM
Abortion language and rights spark columnist debate
Rita Huber critiques how terms affect rights and humanity in her Outlook column. The piece cites language around abortion, adoption, and fetal personhood, arguing unborn children are people too and calling out dehumanizing terms and euphemisms.
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Hell
Rita
Hunters Thank Farmers and Landowners Pledge Courtesy
The Linn County Fish and Game Club Inc. thanks farmers and landowners for allowing hunting on their property. Members pledge to respect property rights, seek permission, avoid damage, report accidents promptly, and settle matters properly as true sportsmen. Jerome Kriz and Elizabeth Schade signed.
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Linn County Fish and Game Club Inc
Gazette Letters Guidelines for Submissions
The Gazette editorial page welcomes letters up to 400 words and may edit. Writers must include name street address signature and a non published telephone number for authentication. No anonymous letters. Focus on issues and events rather than personalities. One letter per writer every 30 days.
Help Wanted Tactics and Job Ad Fairness Questions
A reader questions how employers judge applicants from applications and timing. She cites Westdale Mall ads seeking sales experience and questions fairness in hiring age sex and immediacy. She urges on duty hiring and prompt interviews for unemployed applicants.
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Westdale Mall
Kennedy Keeps Faith Warm as He Eyes Spring
George Will reflects on Ted Kennedy amid political shifts after the 1980 elections. Kennedy’s health care focus, entitlements concerns, and a lifelong stake in growth shape his outlook on Reagan era economics and liberal resilience. He notes the shifting Senate and House dynamics and contemplates a possible future presidential bid.
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Reagan
Insights Impossible Is a Foolish Dictionary Phrase
A succinct aphorism declares that the phrase insights impossible is not an acceptable idea. The saying implies that true understanding requires effort and belief in potential.
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