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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1979
Page
9
Tom Riley argues Iowa’s financial responsibility act fails to protect victims. He cites inadequate minimums, high uninsured rates, and the need for higher limits and under insured coverage to reduce economic losses from crashes.
Cedar Rapids pedestrians face lengthy Don't Walk signals and short Walk cues at many downtown crosswalks. The city Traffic Engineering Department plans to adjust timing, moving toward a three part sequence and extending Walk times while reducing lengthy Don’t Walk durations to avoid confusing pedestrians.
The article analyzes crosswalk signal timings in downtown areas, noting plenty of WALK and DON'T WALK phases and suggesting reallocations to give pedestrians more crossing time. It discusses irregularities where narrower streets sometimes get more time and calls for a fairer balance between motorist and pedestrian needs.
Cedar Rapids readers confront a proposed city housing code and a new Department of Housing. Critics warn of government overreach, potential contempt actions, and arbitrary inspections to enforce code compliance. They question costs, conflicts of interest, and impact on renters and homeowners.
The letter questions President Carter’s SALT II push funded by taxes at $100,000 per month. It warns about Russia gaining access to a Backfire bomber and notes the B-1 cancellation leaves the US without a long-range bomber capability to penetrate Soviet defenses.
The piece laments population loss from small towns to big cities and notes urban crime risks. It contrasts dangers in Los Angeles Washington Detroit New York Chicago with potential legal troubles for mugging victims. It mentions Soviet SS-10 launchers and cruise missile limits.
The text argues against ratifying the SALT II treaty, warning that Russia holds a 6 to 1 edge in destructive ICBM capability and would dominate treaty monitoring in an open society. It claims fear of Russian cheating remains until 1985 and criticizes President Carter for pressuring Senate support despite perceived flaws.
The author claims Judge Ford refused a new trial and delayed sentencing, alleging a conspiracy among local officials to delay due process. He asserts Benton County justice moves slowly for defendants and vows to exercise free speech despite potential intimidation.
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