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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1983

Page

6

Iowa caucus turmoil sparks calls for federal oversight

The piece laments Iowa and California party maneuvering around early nominating contests. It notes Democratic leaders push to limit raw ballot numbers and require 20 percent thresholds, while warnings grow that open caucus rules invite legal and political backlash and possible federal intervention.

National Party California San Francisco

Grassley pushes for accurate cost estimates on defense program

In a Senate move backed by Senator Grassley Iowa, the Defense Secretary must place a precise cost figure on the 100 B 1B bombers on order and report to Congress by January 31. Current data show the first 52 planes at 16.24 billion dollars.

Iowa Congress Pentagon Senate Senator Grassley Secretary of Defense Grassley Washington

Letter to Gazette on Doctor Russell Anthony’s duties

A reader commends Doctor Russell Anthony for years of service as a small animal physician with Dr. Spear and questions his availability for public duties. The writer urges appointing another veterinarian to cover impounded or injured animals for ten thousand dollars annually until his Shrine leadership goal is achieved.

Russell Anthony Dr. Spear Shrine Imperial Potentate Paul Harvey

JFK Reminds Farmers to Work for Country in 1963 Message

A Kennedy era rally urges Iowa farmers to boost production under NFO guidance. It calls for 1984 goals with full land use, high prices to draw youth to farming, and contracted processors paying the NFO 1 percent for services. Tribute to JFK ends this appeal.

JFK White House God Pik Ronald Reagan Iowa National Farmers Organization NFO

Potpourri of Opinions on Community Life and Civic Duty

A Cedar Rapids writer muses on urban design flaws like an overbuilt overpass, diverse religious unity, humane pet advocacy urging neutering and adoption, and the call for broader civic rent by businesses. He laments animal losses, advocates inclusive prayers, and urges sustained local cultural and economic support.

Supreme Court looks foolish on New Jersey reapportionment

Kilpatrick argues the June 22 1982 Supreme Court 5-4 ruling against New Jersey’s 14 district plan shows a rigid push for absolute population equality. He notes minimal deviations existed and White’s dissent warned the decision undermines reputable representation and practical law.

Washington United States Supreme Court New Jersey Supreme Court Justice White White

Eastern Iowans invited to share thoughtful observations

Periodic observations from Cedar Rapids residents are invited here with unlimited topics. Robert C. Moorman, president of a local equipment company, serves on the national board of the American Cancer Society and participates in community service.

Linn County Humane Society Mt. Vernon Road Cedar Rapids Robert C. Moorman The American Cancer Society

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