Buckley hoax fuels debate over credibility and journalism
A critical look at William F Buckley Jr and his National Review after a staged secret papers hoax about Vietnam nuclear plans. The piece argues the deception harms journalism ethics and questions future trust in Buckley as columnist editor and TV host, while noting Buckley defends analytical merit and blames wire services.
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Sany
I Reader
William F. Buckley, Jr
National Review
U.S
Vietnam
Buckley
Apartment valuations hinge on occupancy amid slump
As Cedar Rapids halves assessed value for many apartments for the second year, experts argue reductions reflect low occupancy and heavy debt. The three-factor Iowa system sets value by income, cost, and market price. occupancy drives market value and potential future valuation increases depend on occupancy recovery over the next three years.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Review Board
Buckley exposes hoax papers and media failures
William F. Buckley Jr reveals how National Review fabricated documents fooled AP UPI NYT and Washington Post. He details letters to friends, press disavowals, and a press conference exposing the deception. Buckley argues the hoax showed forged papers could seem genuine and criticizes press coverage and editorial missteps.
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Associated Press
UPI
New York Times
Washington Post
National Review
Sandbag Use Urged To Shield Homes In Floods
A reader urges extensive sandbag use to protect homes from flood damage. Nelson's Grocery demonstrates preparedness, and residents with damaged properties should line perimeters with bags. The city street department offers prefilled sacks at 445 First Street SW and may supply more. volunteers could help register homes for protection.
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Nelson
City Streets Department
First Street
Bicycle Upswing Prompts Cedar Rapids Bike Lane Wish
A letter advocates more bike lanes as bicycling rises nationwide including Cedar Rapids. It argues cycling improves fitness and reduces air pollution from autos, urging residents to write officials to push for city and state action and create safe paths. It notes paths already built in some cities and calls for public support.
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Cedar Rapids
West Coast
Detroit
Iowa
Paul W. McCracken
Council of Economic Advisers
Nixon's gamble reshapes global politics after Peking move
Roscoe Drummond assesses Nixon's China initiative as a pivotal risk with major electoral and global consequences. It could tilt the 1972 race if successful, while establishing a new diplomatic balance led by Nixon with Chou En-lai. The move aims for a more stable world, with political gains likely but not assured. The piece notes Nixon bears exclusive credit if results favor cooperation with China.
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Roscoe Drummond Wee Ee
Nixon
China
Peking
Democratic Congress
Democratic Party
Chou En-lai
Richard Nixon
United States
Vietnam
Hanoi
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Blacks Still Have Far To Go In Wake Of Economic Struggles
Nixon faces a tough balance between unemployment and inflation. The administration’s stance on wage and price controls, plus the Lockheed bailout, hurts black workers whose gains depend on strong growth and low unemployment. Urban Institute data show blacks still lag whites in income and professional representation, with 1978 projections assuming continued 1960s pace. The Griggs decision signals legal progress, but real improvement requires robust economic growth and fair pay.
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Tom Wicker Ashington
Lockheed
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Walter Mondale
Minnesota
Nixon
The
Urban Institute
Andrew Brimmer
Federal Reserve Board
Supreme Court
Griggs
Duke Power Co
New York Times Service
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Wm. F. Buckley Jr
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