Letter to the Editor Endorses Trees as Winter Shelter
The writer argues winter hardship for people, livestock, and wildlife highlights the value of trees. They urge planting windbreaks and shelter belts, planting evergreens for wind resistance, and providing food and nesting areas for birds. Trees offer shelter, beauty, and long term value.
ERA Awareness and Iowa's ERA Debate
A reader praises an editorial on the Equal Rights Amendment and notes a 54 percent approval among ABA lawyers, with 82 percent of female lawyers in support. The letter highlights the 1980 Iowa general election vote on a constitutional ERA and calls for public education to inform voters on the issue.
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American Bar Association
Iowa
Outpriced in a Bell monopoly complaint letter
A reader laments Northwestern Bell rates and advertising while outlining a dispute over a phone upgrade. She contends the $21 charge to swap to a buttonless wall phone is excessive and questions competition and fair service.
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Third Ave. SE
Ms. Telephone
Ma Bell
Miracles and belief questioned in modern faith
A devotional passage argues that nothing is impossible with God and condemns doubt among clergy and laypeople. It cites Mary and biblical prophecies to claim widespread disbelief, accusing politicians and educated men of preferring lies over truth and labeling unbelievers as children of disobedience.
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Mary
Jesus
Paul
Washington, D.C
Sen. Culver
Politicos question partisan lines on balanced budgets
A reader cites Sen John Culver opposing five Iowa Democrats who backed a balanced federal budget and wonders when fiscal sanity becomes political. The letter argues the public demands honest, fiscally sound governance free of graft, referencing Watergate era concerns.
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Sen
John Culver
Iowa
Dismissal at Metro YMCA Draws Local Controversy
A Cedar Rapids reader condemns the Metro YMCA Board for dismissing Chet Casali blaming budget pressures. The letter defends Casali as a principled worker and questions budget allocations while urging reflection on governance and public leadership.
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Mr. Casali
Metro Ymca Board
Barnes
Casali
YMCA
Metro Board
YMA
Public concerns on school control and censorship
A reader criticizes book censors in schools and argues for publishing a list of questionable titles. They urge slimming school administration and funding priorities, call for greater police funding from fines, oppose tax burdens, and champion transparency and the freedom to know.
Roads as Trails for Iowa Bicycle Paths
Iowa residents consider converting low traffic county roads into bicycle trails in scenic areas around the state. Proposals suggest 25 mph speed limits with trail designations and frequent signs, using local authorities for enforcement. The plan aims to reduce dust and provide easier access while leaving behind used signs if bicycle demand fades.
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Iowa Conservation Commission
Cedar Rapids police power questioned after traffic stop
A reader complains about a Cedar Rapids traffic stop and accuses officers of overreach blaming an officer for intimidation and gun drawn mandates while calling for annual refresher law courses for police. The letter questions training and public trust in law enforcement.
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Cedar Rapids
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