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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1982
Page
7
The Gazette argues the ERA revival in Congress draws six Iowa representatives and both senators remaining silent until closer review. It calls for a new, clearer strategy with official assurances to counter fears and misconceptions, strengthening a bipartisan push toward nationwide ratification.
Iowa peace groups protest a Defense Department Career Opportunity Forum to be held July 27 29 in Des Moines arguing the 200 counselors and administrators housed at the Marriott would cost 20000. They question military recruiting in schools while noting a national need to sustain a 23 year olds volunteer force and competition with other employers.
A humorous historical-tour of royal privacy contrasts Louis XIV and Elizabeth II with 18th century manners. It notes access at court, peculiar courtly rituals, and modern royal life including the Princess of Wales, Prince William, and a Kent plaque debate tied to William Penn.
A letter from Shirley and Donald Henderson decries new campsite layouts at Yellow River Forest Little Paint area. They note dusty roads, close fire rings, back-in limits, and loss of primitive appeal, urging a camper survey and reconsideration by the Conservation Commission.
A University of Iowa medical student urges citizens to write Rep. Tauke on proposed weakening of Clean Air Act standards. He cites health benefits of preventive medicine, notes opposition from the American Lung Association, and provides a toll free number for information packets.
A reader argues against a July 2 Gazette critique of E T and defends the film. The letter claims the government and male characters are not vicious and notes no violence in the film. The writer calls for objective view and mocks the prior critic, suggesting the film’s beauty endures.
The Gazette welcomes reader opinions under a 400 word limit and may edit for length. Writers must include name street address and signature, and a non published telephone number for authentication. Anonymous letters are not published. Focus on issues over people and avoid verse. One letter per writer every 30 days.
A longtime carrier parent speaks about good and bad customers for The Gazette and Des Moines Register. He recalls tough collection days, late payments, and praise for supportive patrons while urging fair treatment and respect for carriers.
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