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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1990
Page
7
A reader from Roberts IA criticizes U S politicians for ignoring homeless families in Iowa. The letter complains that officials prioritize flag burning and abortion over housing, notes veterans’ perspectives, and accuses candidates of false promises and evasive answers.
A reflection condemns modern culture for praising negative traits and excess. It argues freedom of speech is misused, advocates artistic restraint, and urges society to relearn humanity through education and the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Letter from Mrs. Oliver Fore supports Amtrak service through Cedar Rapids Ames Boone Carroll arguing upgraded tracks make a profitable passenger line. She cites mayor support and intercity interest in a scenic safe rail option over crowded highways.
A long overdue Museum of Industry could showcase outside views of industrial plants with miniature models or posters. Four weeks in late July and early August bring Prague Czech students to Ames Iowa State University for agricultural study, promising informative exhibits for visitors and locals alike.
The Gazette prints readers letters with no vouching for accuracy or value judgment. The page invites corrections and contradictions from other readers for publication consideration.
Laurie Renda of Touch of Glass Window Tinting argues for a graded tint policy, citing safety and visibility benefits while acknowledging front door bans under a 70 percent light rule. Des Moines rules committee reportedly favored light front tint and medium rear tint.
A quirky note on dangling modifiers in Carl Kane’s writing from Cedar Rapids. The Gazette column discusses attribution confusion, with references to Des Moines rhetoric and a parade of misdirected phrases. Names include Norman Bourlog and a Capitol visit.
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