Harold Hulleman Leaves Marion Schools After Merger Push
The Gazette editorial honors Harold Hulleman for six years as Marion Independent Schools superintendent. It notes his persistent merger advocacy with Linn-Mar, despite voter rejection in 1989 and 1958, and his candid, clear style. Hulleman departs for Indianola as Cedar Rapids eyes shared administration and possible metropolitan district expansion.
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Marion Independent Schools
Marion
Linn-Mar
Hulleman
Mentzer
Indianola
Cedar Rapids
Harold Hulleman
Record Iowa food stamp spending rises to near 140 million
Iowa Department of Human Services reports fiscal year ending June 30 saw almost 140 million dollars in federal food stamp value, up 18 percent from the prior year. Recipients reached about 190,000, the sixth highest in 12 years, with real terms ranking third. The piece notes inflation adjustments and urges steady growth and adequate funding.
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Department of Human Services
Perot exits adds new two way street to race
James J. Kilpatrick critiques Ross Perot's exit and calls for a clear one on one clash between Bill Clinton and George Bush. The piece contrasts petition politics with party platforms, arguing Perot’s departure simplifies the race to a stark liberal versus conservative choice.
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New York State
Bill Clinton
George Bush
Perot
Texas
Clinton
Saddam Hussein stronger now than before Desert Storm
Article argues Saddam Hussein, despite the Gulf War, is rebuilding strength in Iraq. It cites Iraqi air force flights, a revived air defense network, renewed weapons production plants, remaining Scuds, and covert nuclear ambitions. U.S. intelligence notes a coup attempt, executions, and purges amid ongoing Western hesitation. The piece questions U.S. resolve and suggests Bush must deter Saddam to prevent a lasting victory slip.
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U.S
Bush
Bill Clinton
Saddam
Iraq
Saddam Hussein
Community celebrates Linn County museum July 4
Volunteers and attendees gather at Linn County Historical Museum 101 Eighth Ave SE to celebrate with exhibits on Cedar Rapids manufacturing. Former employees from Iowa Manufacturing Co to Quaker Oats share memories while donors bring artifacts. Alberta Cray thanks all helpers and participants.
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Linn County Historical Museum
Eighth Ave
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Manufacturing Co
T.M. Sinclair & Co
LaPlant-Choate Co
Link-Belt Speeder Corp
Chandler Pump Co
LeFebvre Corp
Penford Corp
Cherry Burrell
Evergreen Packaging
Quaker Oats
Alberta Cray
J Ave
Concept of government found in Bible cited by reader
A letter from George Holmes argues public schools should teach government and recognize Judeo Christian heritage. He cites Isaiah 33 22 claiming three roles for God and questions if prayer in schools can reveal governance concepts. He supports private religious schooling to enable learning.
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Larry Johnson
Congress
Letter Guidelines for Submitting Public Letters
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Pitch in Brown Should Back Democrats This Fall
The letter argues Jerry Brown should set aside disagreements with Bill Clinton and actively campaign for the Democratic Party this fall. It urges Brown to work with politicians like Pat Williams of Marion to support party efforts.
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Jerry Brown
Brown
Bill Clinton
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