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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 2000
Page
8
John R. Adney of Miles describes mourning doves in his yard and their nesting, feeding, and friendly behavior with humans. He notes a recent Iowa Legislature debate on a mourning dove hunting season failing to gain support, with opponents deeming them beloved birds rather than game.
Readers note misprints from Polk County paper including indecent contact trail for March and a centurion centenarian error. The column recalls confusing shuttle with coal bucket and jokes about headlines like Eddie Baker spent 26 years in jail for murder to which another confessed.
A reader from Cedar Rapids objects to coverage of Y2K related death spikes and dismisses global warming as hype. He accuses the media of sensationalism and urges responsible reporting while defending weather as a long term pattern.
Authors led by Elizabeth Lynch and David McGinnis urge presidential candidates to commit to climate action. They cite IPCC consensus among 2400 scientists, note rising temps with 1998 and 1999 records, and warn of reduced corn yields and altered rainfall in Iowa.
A reader letter column presents a stark abortion critique linking Iowa’s 1998 abortion statistics to national losses in potential workers and economic impact. It cites public figures, quotes civic duty, and argues against abortion while urging adoption.
The Gazette states a 300 word limit for letters and requires name street address and daytime phone number. Only the writer name and hometown will appear with the letter. Include full contact details: Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 FAX 319 398 5846 or email gazedit fyiowa com.
Dalai Lama's ethics call emphasizes integrity across all roles from garbage collector to mayor. Citizens must live openly and honestly, ensuring reality matches appearance, fostering trust, responsible leadership, and a model for future generations starting at home and local government.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for letter accuracy or judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions from readers with equal publication opportunity.
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