Sullivans tragedy not greatest disaster in naval lore
Gazette editorials argue the Sullivans tragedy was not the era’s greatest naval disaster. The piece contrasts the Juneau loss with the Indianapolis sinking of 1945, noting misrepresentations in promos and emphasizing the real human cost and heroism without embellishment.
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Gazette letter guidelines for submission
The Gazette outlines policy for letters and guest columns. It requires the writer’s full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. Addresses are not published and letters are not printed anonymously. Limit is 300 words per letter and one per writer every 30 days.
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Iowa Trails Unite for National Trails Day Boosts Local Pride
Thousands celebrate the American Discovery Trail across Iowa with a six month cross country trek by four youth teams. John Fazel, ADT coordinator in California, will run Iowa's 536 mile segment starting June 13. The Cedar Valley Nature Trail links Cedar Rapids and Waterloo and others gain values and safety from rail trail conversions. Local skeptics now praise trails for economy, security, and recreation.
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Keep publishing the truth about fatal crashes
A reader argues that newspapers must show real images of fatal auto crashes to convey reality and the dangers of speed. He contends sensationalism is not appropriate and urges ongoing publication of crash photos to educate, especially for preventing harm to children.
Veterans Commission Abandons Cedar Rapids Memorial Day Baseball
The Cedar Rapids veterans commission failed to act over Memorial Day weekend, leaving a 111 year baseball tradition in jeopardy. A $14 million stadium project and a $3.2 million state grant hang in the balance as fans and officials weigh the cost of preserving history against city interests.
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the Gazette
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Discrimination alleged report praised U S Attorney Rapp
A Cedar Rapids reader endorses U S Attorney Stephen Rapp praising his work on crime in poor minority neighborhoods. He recounts an incident at a Seventh Avenue SE home involving crack cocaine and calls for more police to curb trafficking.
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