MorPatience Editorials on Morris Plan and United Security Bank
The piece analyzes a bankruptcy led by Peter Bezanson involving MorAmerica and Morris Plan, noting depositors faced three years without access to funds. It highlights a Federal Home Loan Bank Board insured depositors’ accounts in United Security Savings Bank and the potential October 1 reopening. The author urges continued patience and restraint to rebuild depositor confidence and avoid runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Home Loan Bank Board
United Security Savings Bank
MorAmerica Financial Corp
Morris Plan Co
Iowa
United Security
MorAmerica and
Morris Plan
MorAmerica/Morris Plan
Peter Bezanson
Bezanson
Drought aid faces hurdles as Congress eyes near 6 billion package
Conferees will begin work next week to resolve differences in a near 6 billion drought relief package for farmers. A House Senate split over requiring crop insurance for 1989 and 1990 deliveries. Some provisions fund California river temperature control for salmon. President Reagan seeks swift passage to protect food producers and related industries.
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Congress
House
Iowa
Dave Nagle
Senate Agriculture Committee
Tom Harkin
Senate
California
Sacramento River
Downtown Cedar Rapids Recalled For History and Charm
The author recalls growing up with fall and spring Cedar Rapids trips to downtown, praising Killian’s, Bishop’s Cafeteria, and the Paramount Theater. They contrast downtown with malls, highlight the public library, Science Station, art museums, and a planned new theater, and reflect on local culture and memory.
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Iowa City
Cedar Rapids
Killian’s
Bishop’s
South Jersey
Lindale
Westdale
Iowans Weigh Cedar Rapids Love and Downtown Pride
A Cedar Rapids observer raves about downtown parking upgrades at Armstrong's and Smulekoff's, noting four hour valet deals and free Muzak. The piece contrasts Iowa City life with Cedar Rapids accessibility, praising local stores, airport improvements, and a lifestyle choice favoring Iowa City's charm.
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Armstrong’s
Smulekoff
America
Outrage Over Dirty Jokes Sparks Boardroom Debate
Outlooks columnist faces critique over observations about naughty jokes and gender in corporate settings. The letter argues that coarse humor undermines professionalism, harms women, and raises questions about equal pay and job performance in the workplace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ms. Kottick
Ghostly Richmond Iowa Post Office Visit Reveals Early Town Life
The narrator visits Richmond Iowa once a thriving settlement now with few businesses. Postmistress Maude Kallons shares that Richmond began in 1840 and mail came via stagecoach, while the author recalls her pioneer grandfather doctor who treated locals in 1864 65 and stayed months. The journey follows old stagecoach byroads toward Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Richmond
Main Street
Maude Kallons
Stagecoach
Iowa City
Central City standoff echoing in a July Gazette critique
A reader defends Mettler and Mehmen amid public attacks by an elected official. The letter notes Mehmen secured a $300,000 federal water project grant and funded wastewater work with $2,400 in 1987, while both pursued pay via legal action under duress.
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Gazette
Central City
Mettler
Mehmen
Ben
Sharon
Sponsor Drives Cedar Rapids Bodybuilding Shows
Wayne and Jackie Meier of New Image Fitness sponsor NPC Junior Iowa and State bodybuilding championships in Cedar Rapids. The shows demand substantial time and money from organizers and athletes, yet news media coverage remains scant.
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Wayne
Jackie Meier
New Image Fitness & Gym Ltd
Cedar Rapids
NPC
Iowa
Kennedy High Junior Bodybuilding Contest Impresses Crowd
Attendees at Kennedy High School July 23 witnessed a well disciplined Junior Bodybuilding Contest where contestants showed dedication to diet and exercise. The writer notes lack of media coverage and calls for greater recognition to boost public interest and future reporting.
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Kennedy High School
Sizing up care and the call for better treatment of residents
A former care center worker writes about repeated unfair treatment of residents and the need for vigilant oversight. The piece urges families to inspect visitation, demand quality care over profit, and take action to improve conditions in elder facilities.
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J.P. Hladky, Jr
Hladky III
John Donnelly
John Robertson
Jerry Elsen
Editorial Pages
Dave Morris
MorAmerica
Charles Cebuhar
Reagan
Paramount Theater
Cedar Rapids Symphony
New York
Chicago
Armstrong’s and
Smulekoff’s
Danbury
Betty McCollister
Jane Austen Herione
Ladias
Princ
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