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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1983
Page
6
After years of pressure, United Steelworkers approve a 41 month deal cutting pay 9 percent and suspending cost of living raises first year later if CPI rises. Seven major mills invest $2 billion labor savings to modernize. Agreement aims to shield buyers like General Motors from overseas orders amid weak capacity.
Iowa assistant citizens aide in charge of prison affairs Ray Cornell faces a second drunken driving charge in a year. Police say he drove left of center in Des Moines, refused a blood alcohol test, and had a revoked license for first offense. Cornell has taken leave for treatment and offered resignation.
The Senate last week backed a waiver to allow two major expositions to proceed on a shared eight year spacing. France plans a 1989 Revolution anniversary as a flagship event while the United States and Spain eye 1992 observances of Columbus discovery. The outcome hinges on legal exceptions and which milestone holds priority in a commercialized global showcase.
A pair of U.S. officials urge more military aid and advisers for El Salvador, arguing for early elections while critics warn against replicating Vietnam. The piece notes indigenous conflict, Cuban and Nicaraguan influence, a crackdown on civilians, and Congress considering limits to aid unless negotiations begin. President Reagan disputes direct American combat role.
Letters discuss the value of vans versus tents for campers and the need for accessible trailers, critique tax policy on corporations, and reflect on bigotry and biblical references. A second letter argues for earlier foreign language study in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines schools to foster international relations and speech confidence. Barbara Downes Iowa City.
A writer notices the changing season and decides to run despite a looming storm. The scent of damp earth and awakening nature drives resolve as April eases winter aside, with birds and weather hints confirming the shift toward spring.
Mary Combellick of Marion presides over Iowa Rails to Trails. A longtime Girl Scout leader and League of Women Voters member, she is a nature photographer and outdoor enthusiast sharing observations from Eastern Iowa readers.
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