Carter Should Not Send Marines in Horn of Africa War
The essay urges the United States to stay aloof from the Horn of Africa conflict while pressuring President Carter to respond to Soviet and Cuban backing for Ethiopia. It warns that military intervention would raise stakes and that Red China is increasing non military involvement, with broader implications for regional peace and U.S. defense posture.
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AFL-CIO Backs Carter Civil Service Merit Overhaul
The AFL-CIO Executive Council unexpectedly endorses Carter’s civil service reform with merit criteria, an independent Federal Labor Relations Authority, and arbitration for grievances. The plan aims to speed appeals and reward performance, while resisting veteran hiring preferences. Taxpayers stand to gain as government payroll costs face scrutiny.
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Parking pains and bumpy Cedar Rapids streets prompt letter
A Cedar Rapids writer rails at downtown parking shortages and meter fines. He vents about overparking, dangerous driving, and plea for tougher enforcement while noting slow speeds and lane discipline to ease traffic woes.
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Parking Etiquette and Road Courtesy Guide
The author urges patient driving and courteous behavior on busy roads. He stresses using blinkers, allowing space for others, and avoiding distractions. Readers should stay alert for vehicles emerging from drive ins and other spots, avoid blocking traffic, and practice safe, considerate driving.
Fight to keep the Panama Canal and energy policy split
The piece urges continued opposition to Panama Canal treaties and criticizes the National Energy Act as a major tax hike with little impact on oil dependence. It notes a Senate vote stalemate and calls readers to contact Sen. Dick Clark and Sen. John Culver. It also mentions Richard Turner opposing the canal treaties and the ERA amendment.
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John Culver
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Thanks From Edgewood Manor Residents and St Jude’s Students
Edgewood Manor Nursing Home residents helped raise over 800 dollars for the Heart Fund at a Feb 14 Rock and Roll Jamboree with active participation by St. Jude’s School students. Staff and local businesses donated prizes and rockers for the event. The piece also argues against nuclear power in favor of gravity and water energy, citing jobs, lakes, irrigation potential, and environmental concerns.
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St. Jude’s School
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Nazis seek free speech rights for Skokie march
The National Socialist Party of America, aided by the ACLU, presses for a Skokie Illinois parade amid a Jewish-majority town. Despite legal challenges, the march set for April 22 faces potential violence. St Louis testing ground march planned for March 11.
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Walter Able
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Norman Dorsen
Carter Job Rating Drops as Coal Strike Ends
The Harris Survey reports President Carter at 58 percent negative, 41 percent positive, down from January. It notes his first negative score among liberals and across regions, with declines in economy and foreign policy ratings, and suggests potential rebound if miners approve a new coal contract.
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