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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1981
Page
6
The piece weighs 1982 inflation risks driven by United Mine Workers wage gains and broader labor settlements. It contrasts single digit CPI progress with ongoing wage pressures, productivity trends, and the potential for higher unemployment to restrain demands. It notes energy, housing, and mortgage rates amplify price stability challenges.
Iowa representatives and senators earn a base salary of 12 800 with leaders paid more and automatic rise to 13 700 next year. The piece argues lawmakers deserve raises as they balance two homes during sessions and face national trends, noting comparisons with Wisconsin and other states and the need to adjust with cost of living.
Kilpatrick notes two pillars of Reagan’s tax bill substantial rate cuts and multi year phase in. He cites polls showing savers would use gains to repay debt and highlights higher earners stand to gain most. He warns only clear agreement on core goals preserves plan amid Liberal opposition and political doubts.
The Iowa General Assembly is urged to authorize about 300 million dollars in bonds to rehabilitate railways funded by a diesel tax. The Des Moines Register and Iowa Farm Bureau back the plan, while critics warn of public subsidies and hazardous dependence on profits. Gov. Ray supports the legislation, despite concerns over public costs and future controls.
A reader complains about 18 cent letter postage and a vacant Anamosa post office basement once used by Soil Conservation. They warn rates may rise to 20 cents or higher and note government rent for space it could occupy. The letter cites Portia from Shakespeare as a model of good deeds.
Mrs C R Niemann of Malcom Elementary Media Center in the BGM District thanks The Gazette for the Mini Page series. She notes third and fourth graders about 165 strong enjoy the weekly papers displayed every Tuesday and request continued delivery.
In a reader letter the writer thanks for a May 10 note about Meditations by Marcus Aurelius and recalls intending to buy it. A Cedar Rapids lady Mrs Lena Nelson sent a package containing the book as a surprise gift.
Periodic observations from thoughtful residents of eastern Iowa invited to express themselves on any topic. The views are theirs and reflect personal insight rather than official stance.
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