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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1977
Page
6
Citizens Concerned about Sexual Abuse of Children asks Iowa lawmakers to amend chapter 235A to cover sexual molestation without clear physical injury. Proponents cite study findings on age, gender, offender familiarity, and emotional damage, urging protection for reporters and quicker social intervention.
Lawmakers debate tightening the ethics code as Rep. Keith Baker notes the absence of mandatory lobbyist reports and self reporting. Critics say the house refused to stiffen rules, though the senate acted last year, urging citizen action to reform.
A Washington correspondent notes Jimmy Carter faces early backlash in three areas: Congress and Carter clash over budget cuts and appointments, Carter's unorthodox public diplomacy unsettles diplomats, and a gap between campaign vows and governing acts. The piece cautions Democrats feel sidelined while Congress asserts power.
Citizens urged to weigh questions about Bever Park Zoo funding and future, including budget priorities, condition of facilities, humane treatment, and potential shift toward natural habitat education at sites like Indian Creek Nature Center. The council plans a survey with the next water bill.
The writer recalls falling February 26 near Center Point Road and credit two strangers who helped her home and to St Luke's. She expresses gratitude, notes a two week arm traction, and urges better public library funding while addressing local civic debates.
A March letter challenges Dr. Gish and creationist views, arguing mutations can benefit crops. It then shifts to Cedar Rapids library issues, noting Mayor Canney’s criticisms of the public library, calls for a building committee, and concerns over school libraries and costs of modernization.
A Cedar Rapids reader thanks the Citizens Band radio group, radio and TV stations, and local people for their help after a difficult time. She notes many cards and prayers and says her husband recently joined CB and hopes to meet those involved once he recovers.
Inmates describe a mock court at the Anamosa men's reformatory that disregards law and justice. They claim procedures are irregular, sentences longer than needed are served, laws are changed on the fly, and double jeopardy is used, violating the U.S. Constitution.
Wall Street Journal editorial argues the AFL CIO agenda pressures Congress with a backer heavy push for common situs and other labor goals. It warns the measure would legalize secondary boycotts in construction and raise costs, harming nonunion workers and housing affordability.
A reader asks why utilities do not offer a no money down, no carrying charges insulation program. They suggest adding the cost to the bill with small monthly payments, similar to past gas lamps grills and energy appliances schemes.
After a recent house fire in Hiawatha the family expresses thanks for the outpouring of aid. They commend the Red Cross St. Pius church and Penney's staff for donations of food clothing and money.
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