Hospital costs rise as care prices spike nationwide
An analysis notes hospital charges climbed from 24.15 to 63.97 per day between 1956 and 1969, with Medicare driving future increases. Cedar Rapids hospitals raise semi private room rates to 100 and 99 dollars while claiming cost levels stay below state and national medians. Local and national efforts aim to curb costs through mergers and policy measures, amid rising operating costs and malpractice premiums.
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St. Luke's
American Hospital Associa
Washington, D.C
Carter
American Hospital Association
Minority rule and ERA vote in Illinois debate
The piece argues the ERA setback in Illinois shows minority rule effects. It notes Illinois has 238 legislators with 177 in the House and 59 in the Senate, needing a three fifths vote for constitutional amendments. The ERA fell one vote short of 107, while reflecting a larger than simple majority tally, and questions the fairness of requiring supermajorities versus simple majorities in such decisions.
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Illinois
House of Representatives
House
Senate
U.S
Iowa
the Gazette
Prop 13 Sparks National Debate on Tax Waste and Health Policy
Letters argue nationwide concern over high taxes and federal waste. They criticize HEW for a 1976 swine flu inoculation plan with no epidemic, urging inform and opt in vaccination via doctors, funded by individuals or welfare, highlighting cost and scope.
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California
HEW
Epidemic controversy over federal inoculation program
Letter argues the epidemic never existed and 1,483 claims for 775 million were filed against the federal government. It contends HEW overpaid and blames bureaucrats and pharmaceutical companies, urging voters to reject current leaders and demand reform.
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HEW
Public thanks for Tom Whitney campaign efforts
Linn County coordinator commends Tom Whitney for energetic campaign to educate the public on core issues. The note praises his white papers, willingness to challenge authorities, and commitment to social justice while expressing personal gratitude for strengthened faith and leadership.
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Roger Munns
Tom Whitney
Tom
Linn County
Companies
Chambers of Commerce
Jesus Christ
Nixon era foreign policy legacy under Carter scrutiny
Norman Cousins argues Nixon's lasting impact lies in shaping U S foreign policy toward the Soviet Union and China. He credits Nixon with pursuing peace and denuclearization while noting Carter’s administration risks and Brzezinski Vance tensions eroding earlier gains, reshaping Nixon's historical image.
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Nixon
China
Russia
Soviet Union
Carter
Fair gasoline rationing should account for driving needs
The writer questions a plan based on number of cars rather than work-related driving needs. They argue it benefits the wealthy and hurts those who must drive long distances for work. They propose assessing each licensed driver’s actual needs and allotting ration coupons accordingly, noting shared cars in families.
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Carter
Iowa
Intrigue Aims at Brzezinski Over Angola Policy
Washington reports reveal a secret April mission by Richard Moose to Rep. Diggs to discuss non lethal aid to UNITA in Angola. The campaign accuses Brzezinski of re entering the conflict while the SCC pursued Angola policy changes.
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Washington
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Capid Hill
Richard Moose
Moose
Charles Diggs
Michigan
House
Diggs
Angola
State Department
Brzezinski
U.S
Hill
CIA
Stansfield Turner
David Aaron
Kremlin
UNITA
SCC
Africa
Cyrus Vance
Atlantic City
Vance
Donald McHenry
McHenry
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Art Heusinkveld
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Frank Nye
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Cedar Rapids
Mercy Hospital
St. Luke’s
Congress
Cedar Rapidians
Gazette
U.S. Postal Service
Uncle Sam
Whitney
Norman Cousins
Richard Nixon
People’s Republic of China
Jimmy Carter
Middle East
Kennedy
United States
Leonid Brezhnev
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Moscow
Havana
U.S. Senate
White House
Agistinho Neto
Savimbi
Mr. Carter
Dr. Brzezinski
Field Newspaper Syndicate
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