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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1988
Page
6
The piece argues that a June summit could crown an inevitable nominee among surviving candidates with help from super delegates. It warns such backroom bargaining risks democracy by privileging party insiders over proportional primary results, urging open, rank-and-file involvement at the Atlanta convention.
Jimmy Stewart and Burt Lancaster urged Congress to extend moral rights for film creators to control coloring of classic films. Ted Turner, owner of the rights, could sue over abridgment of living rights. The public largely remains indifferent as Casablanca and other titles face possible color releases.
A Cedar Rapids writer argues that many mothers share worry when sons are sent abroad. He recalls World War II service in France with the 113th Cavalry and asserts soldiers must be prepared to fight rather than stay stateside. He urges faith and prayer.
The March 13 Gazette quotes a University of Iowa veterinarian at length, prompting a remark that truly humane people do not always survive vet school.
Edgwood neighborhood residents mourned the loss of the bookmobile and push for a walking distance library. They urged mall access with service for seniors, disabled, and students, plus story hours and browsing tables. The Iowa State Historical Building visit highlighted Amana exhibits and Cedar Rapids architects.
Richard Nelson urges Cedar Rapids City Council to reject a rezoning request by Rescar Inc citing traffic, noise, odor, and safety concerns for nearby residents, parkland, and trails. He argues the site is inappropriate despite calls for local business growth and criticizes Planning Commission member Charles Jungman’s stance.
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to share views. Voters, farmers, artists, and workers contribute perspectives on community life, politics, culture, and everyday challenges in a local civic forum.
Art Hough of Cedar Rapids is a longtime photo journalist who retires after more than five decades as reporter editor and photographer for Iowa newspapers. At The Gazette he served as photo editor and Sunday feature writer.
In Mesa Arizona seniors defy age as Bob Lawrence in a wheelchair belts out Dixieland and big band tunes at a local RV park concert. The event drew dancers aged in their seventies and a 77 year old writer recalls his eye surgery the same day.
A receptionist of 20 years honors Carl E Myrmo noting his 30 years in business and the trust he built with patients. She recalls his kind honest Christian nature, healing hands, and the close bond he shared with his patients as they mourn his loss. Esther Rupe Deborah Dr SW.
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