Cause for SEX in The Gazette editorials
The Gazette argues Superior Education Xenophobia exposes US gaps in math science and language training. It cites attrition of teachers and dropped language study, compares NDEA history with today, notes political fights over funding, and urges bold investment in math science and foreign languages to avoid worsening deficits.
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Commission On Excellence In Education
United States
Gary Hart
Colorado
NDEA
U.S
Japan
Soviet Union
Scientific Manpower Commission
Reagan Signals Return to Soviet Grain Talks
A summary of Reagan moving to resume long-term grain negotiations with the Soviet Union. The article argues restoring trade and U.S. agriculture is paramount despite ongoing Polish martial law, noting past embargo effects, possible aid moves like Food for Peace, CCC supports, and two-year deal limits.
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Soviet Union
Reagan
Poland
U.S
United States
Commodities Credit Corp
Reagan second term bid likely says Laxalt
Washington notes Paul Laxalt, close to President Reagan, believes Reagan has a roughly ten to one chance of running again. He argues Reagan would face difficulties from Mondale, Glenn, and domestic issues, but sees Reagan as a candidate with a record and strong perception. He doubts Mondale’s nominating prospects and questions Glenn’s fit.
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Washington
Paul Laxalt
Nevada
Ronald Reagan
Mondale
Glenn
Reagan
Laxalt
Four-hour Cedar Rapids search ends with found missing boy
A Cedar Rapids mother thanks neighbors and police after her 6-year-old son Casey, who has communication difficulties, is found safe after a four-hour search that began when he wandered away near Tomahawk Park. Neighbors and the Cedar Rapids Police Department coordinated efforts with a police helicopter aiding the search.
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Tomahawk Park
Regis
Mount Mercy
Casey
H Ave
Cedar Rapids
Care ethics and accountability at Linn County facility criticized
A reader expresses outrage over abuse allegations at the Linn County Care Facility and the $600 fine paid by taxpayers. The letter questions board responsibility, funding for staff education, and the burden on the public while urging action from local officials.
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Linn County
Cedar Rapids YWCA Hosts Walk-for-Fitness Event
The Cedar Rapids YWCA sponsors a one mile and three mile walk-for-fitness event on May 14 to honor the large cadre of daily walkers in the community. The piece celebrates walking as a fitness activity and encourages participation.
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Cedar Rapids
Geneva Tower residents demand correction on lock story
In Geneva Tower residents protest a Gazette report and TV image from April 28 they say harmed Mr Gray. They claim locksmiths tested doors and found locks safe against credit card entry, urging a public apology and clarification.
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Geneva Tower
Mr. Gray
Gazette
Ad copy and syntax quibbles spark reader notices
A reader rips a slick kitchen ad claiming a convertable cooktop can snap in accessories in seconds. The column also highlights misdated plurality and awkward pronouns in various passages, plus a joke about embassy personnel costs and a sentence about eight men shot in the head.
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Utah
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Lawton Chiles
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Fritz Mondale
John Glenn
Nelson Rockefeller
Tom Braden
Environmental Protection Agency
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Jean Paul Richter
Lost Boy
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Bob and Lee Malone
Tower Terrace
Mobile Home Court
Smith
Saudi Arabia
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Harold Stepanek
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