Inflation fears persist as costs rise and wages surge
The piece argues inflation remains a threat despite a stock rally and a new tax plan. It notes rising operating costs in private and public sectors, wage demands, and widespread renegotiations, including Cedar Rapids school board salaries. It warns stronger measures than a 6 percent surcharge may be needed to control inflation.
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Backtrack on Linn County Court Hensons upgrade plan
City faces shifting priorities as tax-levy proposals for bus service health center and housing loom. Court space expansion remains debated with uncertain reform, relocation, and a potential third judge. officials urge postponing a referendum amid cross-pressures until clearer public judgment emerges.
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U.S. Pupils Lag in Mathematics in 12 Nation Study
A 12 nation study shows American pupils rank low in mathematics behind Japan and ahead of Scotland England and France with Sweden also ahead. The piece questions the impact of new math and notes parental confusion over homework as a source of mixed feelings.
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Priests Question Papal Birth Control Stand in New Jersey
In a metropolitan New Jersey parish a liberal priest advises parishioners they may use artificial birth control in good conscience. He cites church history and practice while the Vatican studies the issue and Pope Paul VI awaits guidance amid lay and clergy debate.
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Wall of separation debate sparked by Ely letter
Readers respond to a Linn County article on bus transport for parochial schools. The letter argues Jeffersons wall of separation was misinterpreted and cites Everson 1947 and Danbury letters, urging historical accuracy and caution against secular drift.
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Inside the CIA Helms Era Openness and Ethical Strains
An opinion piece criticizes the CIA for secrecy, overclassification, and omniscience praising some successes while condemning internal dissent and corruption. It notes Richard Helms’s influence, debates morality, and calls for better discernment of genuine intelligence over quantity.
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Educational TV funding plans push for satellite system
Editorial restates Ford Foundation and Carnegie Commission proposals to fund public television through a non profit corporation and a satellite network. It cites Johnson's 1967 education message and outlines costs, revenue from a TV set tax, and the goal of a nationwide public television system with hundreds of stations.
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McGeorge Bundy
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