Editorial argues against FCC plan to drop minority stations
The editorial defends statewide public television funding and warns that allowing cable firms to drop stations with small audience shares would harm public broadcasters and reduce access. It cites Iowa’s broad signal expansion, notes the profit motive of large operators, and argues cable systems should serve as common carriers carrying local stations.
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Federal Communications Commission
FCC
U.S
Public TV
Iowa
Paluxy footprints prompt shift in creationism debate
A fossil footprint analysis by Glen J. Kuban shows dinosaur toe marks among tracks once claimed as human. Creationists concede Paluxy evidence no longer supports young earth views, leading to the withdrawal of the film Footprints in Stone. Kuban stresses open mindedness and cautions on age of earth debates.
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Paluxy River
Texas
Earth
Glen J. Kuban
John D. Morris
Institute For Creation Research
el Cajon
Calif
Films For Christ Association
Reagan policy on South Africa judged shameful and ineffective
The column argues Washington's stance on South Africa is to murmur and oppose economic pressure. It contrasts Reagan's approach with Orwellian oppression and Soviet tactics, urging stronger Western sanctions. It cites Commonwealth findings and Senator Kennedy accusing the administration of a bankrupt, history-defying policy.
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South Africa
America
Soviet Union
George Orwell
Soweto
Reagan
Shultz
Pretoria
Commonwealth Mission
Penguin Books
Commonwealth Group
Ronald Reagan
Malcolm Fraser
Fraser
U.S
Edward Kennedy
United States
Observations on pet safety and local life notes
A letter urges care for dogs in hot weather warning against leaving them in cars and traveling in open truck beds. It covers heat risks, pavement burns, and need for shade and water. Individual notes from Shirley Mincey and Theodore Webster share personal safety concerns and relocation costs.
Life after FMC prompts readers to help former workers
In a June 15 report readers reflect on the hardships faced by former FMC employees and consider donating. The Gazette notes the UAW sub-regional office will receive contributions for a Former FMC Employees Fund to be managed by a committee of former workers, with checks payable to that fund and mailed to the UAW Office.
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Marilyn Kolek
Quaker
Marilyn
Lori
Victoria Landuyt
Springville
FMC
Gazette
Kerry D. Dahli
Ave
UAW
Guaranty Bank
Thoughts on downsizing and memories from a life
Reflections on selling a mansion for a condo to enjoy life without yard work. The author notes huge accumulated possessions from a long career and laments sentimental items with little monetary value. Recounts helping with a 1930s WPA cemetery renovation in a small Southwest Iowa town while publishing a weekly newspaper.
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WPA
Iowa
Outlooks from Eastern Iowans Share Personal Views
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. Topics are unlimited and the views are theirs.
Vandalism, drivers, and aging in Iowa reminiscences
Retired Cedar Rapids photojournalist Art Hough recalls his long career at The Gazette and rails at cemetery vandalism, odd street layouts, and reckless driving by seniors. He notes a new Iowa City driver education course for people over 50 and ends with a quip about life as an incurable disease.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
The
Gazette
the Gazette
Iowa City
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Heritage Communications
Fred A. Vierra
United Cable Television Corp
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Boston
Chile
Argentina
Anthony Lewis
New York Times Service
AMSG
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Arizona Ct
Linn County
Theodore Webster
South Ave
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Marion
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Abraham Cowley
Dr. Scarborough
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