Disappointing Iowa Blind Commission Report Criticized
The ad hoc committee for Governor Ray produced a weak report on irregularities at the Iowa Commission for the Blind. Lacking subpoena power and open records access, it failed to probe private groups tied to ex-director Jernigan, leaving many questions for a legislative inquiry.
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House Select Committee on Assassinations Aimed at JFK MLK Probes
The committee faces a Dec 31 deadline for its final report but insiders call the probe a dud with little evidence of conspiracies in the Kennedy or King assassinations. After 20 months and 1,500 witnesses, investigators spent 1977 and 1978 salaries totaling about 4.2 million evaluating leads and found most claims flimsy.
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Why Is Hoover Named The FBI Chief In Our Capitol
In a Atlanta luncheon discussion editor Hal Gulliver and Dr. Benjamin Mays question why the federal building bears J Edgar Hoover's name amid disclosures of the FBI's treatment of Martin Luther King Jr The piece argues Hoover led a long record of covert actions to suppress dissent and damage civil rights while acknowledging some FBI deeds as brave but overshadowed by abuses and illegal leaks.
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Oakley Backed By Former Iowa House Speaker In Endorsement
Stanley Zegel criticizes Brice Oakley in a Gazette commentary loaded with inaccuracies. Former Speaker joins Lt. Gov. Arthur Neu in endorsing Oakley, praising his legislative record and understanding of the office. Oakley’s credentials span years in the Iowa House and align with forward-looking leadership.
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Brice Oakley Urged In Iowa Lieutenant Governor Primary
Andrew Varley lauds Brice Oakley for shaping key Iowa laws including the Adoption Act to curb a baby black market and a public negotiations framework. Oakley testified before the U S Senate on Child and Youth issues and helped draft public negotiations and union rules as Governor Ray pressed for formal labor frameworks.
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Debate on Homosexuality and Equality Spreads Across Times
The letter echoes support for equal rights citing the Declaration and criticizes anti LGBTQ campaigns. It notes religious texts and ancient history, argues against teacher sexual influence claims, and mentions public budget stability since legislation. It ends with a Czech Summer School notice inviting ages 6 to 16.
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Dormitory closure sparks Coast Guard memorial ceremony
Residents critique YMCA fundraising priorities while 77 men face housing loss. The piece notes supporters musters donations from Lapes Florist Newport's Flowers and Pierson's Flower Shop for a memorial ceremony honoring Coast Guard Navy and Marine Corps veterans.
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Czech School Extends Cultural Education At Hayes School
Cedar Rapids Czech School Board runs three classes in Czech culture speech and song at Hayes School marking 109 years of continuous Czech summer instruction. The text notes pride in revival of reverence for the flag and heritage amid Memorial Day efforts. Our Ladies Auxiliary co sponsored the Second Avenue bridge ceremony with Fleet Reserve Association support.
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Kemp Signals Quiet Run If Reagan Returns in 1980
Rep Jack Kemp privately told Reagan confidants he will bow out if Reagan runs and plans to seek the Senate seat from New York in 1980 whether Javits retires or not Kemp pledged to back a Reagan bid Kemp has drawn support from conservatives and some moderates while Reagan insiders expect a 1980 announcement Kemp suggested Ford might avoid primaries hoping for a brokered convention and Reagan would pursue the primary route
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Isn t it the truth By Carl Riblet Jr
In this column Carl Riblet Jr. critiques Congress and the White House, arguing both major parties fail voters. He laments rising bureaucracy and vast paper there is no essential sheet amid the mountains of paperwork.
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