Local newspaper leadership lineup announced
J.P. Hladky Jr leads as Chairman of the Board of Directors with Joe Hladky II as President and Publisher. John Donnelly serves as Executive Vice President and Treasurer, John Robertson as Managing Editor, and Art Heusinkveld as Editor of Editorial Pages. Editorial Board Chairman named.
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Porn’s sanctuary challenged in public debate
Editorial notes the rising effectiveness of anti-porn campaigns through FBI actions and zoning efforts, while questioning the feasibility of broad censorship. It warns that radical measures could invade home privacy and Fourth Amendment rights, and argues that market demand will keep production alive with reformers hoping only for at home private viewing.
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Divergence in Black English Spurs Education Warning
Linguists at the University of Pennsylvania report that black spoken English diverges from standard English nationwide, hinting at social segregation and communication barriers. The study urges early teaching of standard English to prevent long term handicaps and recommends action by U.S. education authorities.
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Readers debate roles of women and public policy influences
In a letter cluster from March readers discuss feminism and gender roles, noting feminists rights progress and differing views on masculine traits. They applaud local theater grants after a fire, praise Ground Transportation Center, and call for wider LIFTS access including Sundays to aid seniors and the handicapped, urging expansion and continued funding.
Lessons From Old Sam And The Coong Dogs
A narrator visits reclusive Old Sam to seek a yearbook contribution. Sam explains dogs named babbler roadrunner cutter backtrailer idler and strike dog revealing human traits. Sam donates five dollars and teaches that results come from analyzing individual behavior.
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Local views from Eastern Iowans on self expression
Outlooks features views from Cedar Rapids residents with no single agenda. William C Jacobson has led Jefferson Senior High School since 1973 after a decade in other Cedar Rapids school roles.
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William C. Jacobson
Cedar Rapids
Jefferson Senior High School
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