Public housing plan revival urged for Cedar Rapids
The discussion of low income elderly housing shifts to a pragmatic, phased approach with smaller seven story buildings ruled out. A broader planning base, documented needs, clear cost analyses, and a feasible funding to tax impact plan are required to win public support and move forward within about two years.
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Cedar Rapids
Peace and coexistence urged as Middle East crisis lingers
The article argues that durable peace requires not only a UN role and border security but also addressing the 1.3 million Palestinian refugees in camps across Jordan and Gaza. It condemns past ostrich actions and warns against blocking the Gulf of Aqaba while urging renewed international engagement.
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Ashington
Middle East
Nasser
Suez Canal
Gulf of Aqaba
United Nations
U.N
Gaza Strip
Jordan
Israel
Mideast
United States
Russia
Suez
Bourguiba
Tunisia
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Ben-Gurion
Soviet Russia
Soviet Union
Egypt
Syria
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Christ
Supreme Court Rohs Against Miscegenation Laws
The Supreme Court ruled 9 to 0 that states cannot criminalize interracial marriage, extending the ruling beyond Virginia to 15 other states. The decision declares such laws unconstitutional, reinforcing equal protection and fundamental freedoms for all citizens despite regional social pressures.
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Virginia
U.S
High Court
Border
Deep South
Muting Sound on Vietnam Doves Change Tune
The article argues Democratic doves in the U S Senate shift from antiwar rhetoric to defending Pentagon policy and state duties. It notes Ed Muskie George McGovern and Frank Church reframe runs as individual and Johnson aligned. It also assesses Israel Middle East policy and UN relief aid, calling for realistic peace efforts and power-driven settlements.
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Ashington
Senate
Johnson
Vietnam
Senate Democratic Campaign Committee
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Maine
George McGovern
South Dakota
Gallup
South Vietnam
Israel
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Egypt
Middle East
Cedar Rapids News Glimpses From 1957 Period
The Cedar Rapids Gazette shows Scotty McLeod receiving Eisenhower's wishes as ambassador to Ireland. The Cedar Rapids Police Reserve formed to aid regular police in emergencies and to act as night watchmen. Donald C. Collins elected Grand Knights Council 909 of the Knights of Columbus. Cedar Rapids braces for a 36 hour flood crest with residents warned to leave the area near Second Street SE. University of Iowa reports a record summer enrollment of 4,937. Professor Davies predicts a minor U.S. recession before year end. The LaVogue beauty ads advertise perms, haircuts, and finger waves at low prices. University of Iowa baseball names Eddie Kadell captain for 1938. L. M. Garman promotes Thornwood Amusement Co. plans.
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State Department
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Eisenhower
Ireland
Cedar Rapids
Second Street
Fourteenth Avenue
University of Iowa
George R. Davies
U.S
Eddie Kadell
Mapleton
L. M. Garman
Thornwood Amusement Co
Renovations Planned for Cedar River Recreation Center
Improvements were being made on the recreation center on Hawthorne drive and Water street, costing several thousand dollars. Speeder Machinery Co purchased the land and buildings it occupied on Sixth street SW from Iowa Electric Light and Power Co.
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Hawthorne Drive
Water Street
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Speeder Machinery Co
Sixth Street
Iowa Electric Light and Power Co
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