Nation of geniuses and journeymen in the Declaration
The piece discusses the drafting of the Declaration of Independence, noting Jefferson's first draft versus the committee edited version. It cites Carl Becker's view on Jefferson's distinctive style, and emphasizes the collaboration with Adams and others, highlighting the enduring theme of unity in American success. It ends with a celebration image of Independence Day and Jefferson’s imagined approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Jefferson
Committee of Five
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Robert R. Livingston
Roger Sherman
Continental Congress
New Hampshire
Georgia
Committee
Jefferson
Carl L. Baker
Cornell University
Becker
John Dickenson
Reform plan urged to purge Teamsters leadership
Justice Department officials weigh a trusteeship to replace 18 general executive board members with court-appointed caretakers to sever ties with organized crime. Teamsters for a Democratic Union leader Ken Paff backs internal reform under RICO, arguing members should decide, not prosecutors, and that reorganization should come from rank and file.
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Teamsters Union
U.S. Justice Department
Ken Paff
Teamsters
Justice
U.S
Paff
Washington Post
Justice Department
Teamsters For A Democratic
Teamster
Jackie
Presser
Letters to the Gazette on Iowa athletics and governance
W D Cubbage Sr questions athletic scholarships and discipline, alleging out of state athletes, suspended penalties, a missing assault charge, and possible improper ticketing tied to donations. He criticizes bowl money and suggests reallocating funds from privileged seating to the athletic department, citing state institutions and seating disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meredith Willson
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Big Ten
W.D. Cubbage Sr
18Th St
Faith Dwindles After FMC Closure and Job Discrimination
A family laments prolonged unemployment after FMC Corp closed. The letter details age discrimination, 27 years of work history, 50 unsuccessful interviews, and the hardship of bills and a is struggling to stay hopeful. The writer asserts the father will keep seeking work and believes he will earn what he deserves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FMC Corp
Remembering Miss Myra Willis Biology Teacher at Wilson High
Beverly Spjut Wullner recalls Myra Willis a Cedar Rapids Wilson High School biology teacher from the class of 1957. She describes Willis love for living things and bird counts and her classroom wit inspiring her former student.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson High School
Cedar Rapids
Myra Willis
Wilson School
Beverly Spjut Wullner
Cherry Lane
Oral Roberts claimed power to raise the dead in a Lyons jailhouse tale
A Cox News Service column recalls Oral Roberts claims to raise the dead and heal the ailing, recounting a long-ago case of a coma patient and noting the preacher's sensational TV ministry and Second Coming predictions. The narrator remains skeptical, challenging Roberts to prove his power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lufkin
Texas
Oral Roberts
Oral
Jesus
Fourth of July reflections on liberty and founding ideals
A contemplative piece praising the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States. It sketches the courage of Jefferson and the 55 signers, notes the early struggles, and lauds the Constitution for expanding freedom. It urges ongoing appreciation of democratic heritage and the government’s role in securing rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Thomas Jefferson
July Fourth Reflections On Liberty And Accountability
Periodic observation from an Eastern Iowan writer questions covert actions and constitutional checks in government. The piece contrasts Jeffersonian ideals with modern actions by Abrams, Casey, North, and Reagan era policy, urging readers to consider sacrifice and sacred honor in defense of equality and democracy.
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England
Abrams
Casey
North
CIA
Ronald Reagan
Reagan
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J.F. Hladky, Jr
Due Hladky UI
John Donaglly
John Robertson
Art Heusinkveld
Nation of
Monticello
Adams
America
Damon Runyon
the Gazette
RIM
VYSK
Tama Tabyve
Joe Murray
Cox News Service
Franklin
Iran
Betty McCollister
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