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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1982
Page
6
The Gazette argues against outlawing drug paraphernalia, noting limited impact on abuse and potential civil liberty concerns. It cites 27 states with similar laws, cites police push, PRIDE support, and warns enforcement costs may outweigh benefits while addressing root causes remains essential.
A Time magazine piece mixed Roxanne Conlin tax shelter questions with a California senator scandal, prompting debate over fairness and political risk. The column argues Conlin’s conduct is honorable, urges focus on her campaign rather than insinuations, and cautions against Watergate comparisons.
A dispute over Exocet missile sales during the Falklands War highlights growing global arms transfers. France accuses Britain of amplifying the story while warning of possible breaches of embargo and ally disloyalty. The piece notes rising government supervised transfers, U.S. and Soviet dynamics, and the risk of future conflicts as buyers drive demand.
Readers urge patrons to promote Iowa Coach service between Cedar Rapids and Prairie du Chien. A Cedar Rapids resident details obstacles in obtaining obstetric care at Mercy Hospital and advocates patient choice. A Linn County taxpayer endorses Dan Rogers for the at large school board seat. UNICEF appeals for Lebanon relief, seeking 5000 dollars in 90 days. A Cedar Rapids caller criticizes Cherry Hill Park pool maintenance and safety, urging repairs.
A short, playful note recalls typographical slips in a New York Times story and jokes about misused words. The writer admits a factual error and jokes with friends about the missteps and their harmless amusement.
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