Cedar Rapids administrative costs cited as high in Iowa study
A report by the Iowa Taxpayers association shows Cedar Rapids with higher per capita administrative costs than most Iowa cities with population over 15,000. City officials dispute the method, noting inconsistent reporting and inclusion of non administrative expenses, while Des Moines Sioux City Davenport and Dubuque show lower per capita costs.
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Iowa Taxpayers Association
Des Moines
C. W Storms
Sioux City
Cedar Rapids
Davenport
Waterloo
Council Bluffs
L. D. Burgus
Burgus
Joe Long
Taxpayers Group
Burgos
Dubuque
Public Improvements Department
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Why dogs ignore their reflections and Pygmy ignorance
An opinion piece discusses why dogs may not recognize mirrors and compares to a Detroit reader's note about Pygmies in Africa who misidentify photographs. The author links this to limited two dimensional understanding seen in Arab children and ends with a note that the queen bee is less intelligent than workers.
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Africa
Dale Carnegie on focus and breaks in daily life
A 1938 piece recalls Dale Carnegie noting a Chicago elevator mishap, then contrasts the operators indifference with the passenger's calm reply. It discusses self discipline, wealth versus simple living, and wisdom from dogs. Dalphie the fox terrier illustrates concentration on a single goal.
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Solomon
Auburn
N. Y
Douglas Woodruff
Woodruff
Dalphie
Josh Billings
Wild March winds spark hair care ads in classifieds
March winds prompt a Want Ad on hairstyle services by Beauticians under classification six. The list highlights urban salon offerings and stylist options amid seasonal hair care needs.
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Beauticians
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