Indian giving an ERA in Iowa compares to federal rights
The piece argues Iowa's ERA on the 1980 ballot could pass despite states rescinding votes, noting the federal ERA faces ratification delays. It cites Madison, Coleman v Miller, and the lack of precedent for rescinding constitutional amendments, urging support for equal rights and rejecting excuses.
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U.S
America
James Madison
New York
Madison
U.S. Supreme Court
High Court
Marriage tax debate gains Senate sponsors in Iowa and Maryland
Senator Roger Jepsen of Iowa and Senator Charles Mathias of Maryland sponsor legislation to end the federal “tax on marriage.” They argue couples with both working are taxed more than single individuals or unmarried couples with equal income. Example figures illustrate higher joint taxes versus two single filers.
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Iowa
Roger Jepsen
Maryland
Charles Mathias
Jepsen
Mathias
Internal Revenue Service
Carter urged to tell grim truth on nation's facing problems
Washington observers urge President Carter to face inflation, oil dependence, trade imbalance, and economic decline with frank leadership. Analysts argue reassurances mislead and risk public trust, citing Hoover and Roosevelt as precedents while noting a looming election influence. Los Angeles Times Syndicate
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Washington
Carter
Connally Seizes Moment At Midwest Republican Conference
At Indianapolis Ronald Reagan skipped the Midwest conference opening, boosting John Connally who drew praise for his blunt lines and strong image. Connally topped CBS survey categories and drew wide applause while Reagan operatives questioned the voting and emphasized Reagan’s absence as a strategic boost for Connally.
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Ronald Reagan
Reagan
John Connally
Connally
Midwest
CBS
Proposed Linn County bike path praised by letter writer
A reader defends a Linn County bike path citing safety and enjoyment from traveling in Wisconsin. The writer notes no noise or litter and downplays crime, saying the main risk to cyclists is a stolen lunch bag. The piece presents a community perspective on local streets and family values.
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Linn County
Orlie Workman
Wisconsin
Editor's plea for bicycle trails in county recreation facilities
A reader argues for bike paths on county land and criticizes coverage of cyclists. They claim trails must be nonmotorized and note concerns about noise from bikes near former train routes. The writer suggests trails could reduce weekend car use and save gas while urging fair reporting.
Six Arbitary Helmet Tests Highlight Vehicular Discrimination
The writing argues Congress ordered Iowa to study helmet use among motorists in six groupings by vehicular preference sexual orientation race and more. It notes nine month confinement for each group and warns lawmakers could extend bias through law while urging constitutional scrutiny of vehicular discrimination.
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Congress
Iowa
Cedar Rapids Symphony Tickets For Roy Clark Show
Cedar Rapids Symphony announces ticket details for Roy Clark. Two hundred ninety eight tickets priced eight dollars each remain, with thirty front-row patrons at fifty dollars. Fund-raising patron ticket sales are described as normal. Karla Mason, manager Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra.
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Cedar Rapids Symphony
Roy Clark
Karla Mason
Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra
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