Iowa TRACIS bill aims to computerize crime data statewide
A long bill in the Iowa legislature would link sheriffs and police in a statewide crime information network named TRACIS. It faces proposals to restrict data, protect privacy, and guard against abuse while expanding law enforcement capability with 37 terminals already in use and plans for 100. Critics warn of misuse and unintended harm to innocent individuals through misattributed records. The measure seeks safeguards like a confidential records council and limited data sharing to balance public safety with rights.
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Isn t It the Truth by Carl Riblet Jr
Freedom of the press is highlighted as a vital right and life safeguard. The author argues democracy relies on a candid press to oppose powerful quacks, warning that without press integrity, the quacks prevail.
Way with Words Yea Farmfed Fad
A reader asks about the phrase yea as a size cue and its regional Midwest New England roots. The piece notes Wentworth and Flexner list it as a slang fad since 1955 and adds rural origins adopted by sophisticates.
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Richard V. Ford
Haddonfield
N. J
Wentworth and Flexner
Midwest
New England
Human Rights Clash In Medical Research
A Senate subcommittee opens hearings as HEW reviews its year old human experimentation guidelines. The drive follows the 430 syphilis patients left untreated in a Public Health Service study last July, while genetics and brain surgery raise ethical stakes in medical testing.
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Ashington
Senate
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
HEW
Public Health Service
Senate Health Subcommittee
Congress
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
Congressional Quarterly
NIH
SBA Help for the Deserving Recognized by Readers Forum
The letter argues SBA loans and guarantees serve deserving small businesses with repayment prospects. It cites 1972 Iowa figures and notes local banks increasingly use SBA guarantees. It also highlights SCORE counseling through Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce and calls for helmet laws alongside voluntary safety choices.
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McCune
Small Business Administration
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Score Chapter
SCORE
Cedar Rapids dog pound response questioned after stray hurt
Letter describes a severely injured stray in Cedar Rapids on Williams boulevard. The author cites delays and alleged indifference by the animal shelter and urges tax funded officials to improve response and search for other strays.
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Cedar Rapids
Williams Boulevard
Animal Shelter
Fair Facts Letter to the Editor from Waukon Reader
Joe Deeney of Waukon sends thanks for the Feb. 11 editorial Publicity Gold Mine and hopes the public learns all facts about the State Fair, its board, and future plans. He believes full disclosure would make everyone proud.
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Joe Deeney
Waukon
Fair
Sunday Beer Sales Spark Family and public concerns
A reader laments Sunday liquor and beer sales arguing it will increase trouble and drunken driving. The writer worries children will rarely see parents as taverns stay open on Sundays, urging home and family time instead.
Easter Seals Drive Urged to Aid Homebound Victims
Darwin K Sloan of Stanwood urges public support for the 1973 Easter Seal drive. He notes disabling health problems and credit to Easter Seal programs including training woodworking and weaving and the sales program that help homebound people.
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Darwin K
Sloan Stanwood
Beefeating I See Secretary Butz on Beef Prices
Agriculture Secretary Earl Butz favors higher but available beef prices saying $1.69 a pound is better than $1.39 and unavailable. He warns if farmers lack price support or stock, prices could climb to $5.69 a pound and stay scarce. Ing Opheim Decorah
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Earl Butz
Ing Opheim Decorah
Dented in Transit Cars Sold as New
Jack Anderson reports that dented and damaged cars are repaired and sold as new. East Coast auto transporters form a group to sue a major carrier, citing unsafe conditions and inflated damage claims.
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Ashington
Auto Transporters Committee For Safety, Health and Welfare
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