Editorial: kinetic missile defense debate reshapes SDI outlook
The Gazette weighs renewed space based anti missile plans and a 1982 critique, noting Defense Secretary Weinberger’s shift to early deployment as a first SDI step. It cautions that past flaws remain while urging thorough analysis of the revived kinetic system amid changing political leadership by 1994.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defense
Caspar Weinberger
Strategic Defense Initiative
SDI
James A. Abrahamson
Abrahamson
General Abrahamson
Sen. J. Bennett Johnston
Louisiana
Reagan
Mud Was Mud Reexamines Hart Scandal And 1884 Grudge Match
The piece contrasts media coverage of Gary Hart and Donna Rice with 1884 mudslinging on Grover Cleveland. It argues Hart faced questionable evidence and guarded responses while Cleveland’s scandal had concrete proof and sharper taunts. It notes editorial gaps and shifts in political rhetoric.
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Gary Hart
Hart
Washington D.C
Donna Rice
The
Miami Herald
Rimini
Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
White House
Rural flight and farm policy echo in Gazette letters
A reader voices alarm over farm bill effects on rural America as people move to cities. The letter cites Robert Dole and the 1985 farm bill, warns of cheap grain harming diversified farmers, and notes social issues from rural decline. It also covers a May 4 editorial dispute over media rights and a Brandon shooting incident.
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Robert Dole
Congress
U.S
Gazette
Brandon
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office
America Cancer Society
Pat Robertson
History is a treasure house of stories and insight
A reader argues for stronger history education in America, praising history’s humor and adventure. He cites Ivan Bezduko in Stalingrad as an example of humorous, human stories that illuminate the past and shape a better future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kilpatrick
the Gazette
America
U.S
Ivan Bezduko
Stalingrad
Ivan
Bezduko
Wilson Junior High Choir praised after senior citizens recital
Wilson Junior High School Choir entertained 130 seniors at Asbury United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. Director Dennis Giles led with exemplary conduct and rapport, earning praise for the choir's appearance and behavior. Readers commend Giles and the program amid news of cuts next year.
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Wilson Junior High School
Asbury United Methodist Church
Cedar Rapids
Dennis Giles
Giles
Wilson
Wilson Junior High
Willis Dady Center seeks volunteers to open shelter for men
Area residents provided generous support to the Willis Dady Center at 512 McKinley St SE. Since January 10-40 people seek daily coffee, meals, a bath, and phone access. The center hopes to convert to an overnight men’s shelter with staff shortages. needs 10-15 volunteers for overnight shifts bi weekly. Call 362-9041 or 362-1102 to help.
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Willis Dady Center
McKinley St
Dady Center
Salvation Army
Cedar Rapids
Plant-sale success at Indian Creek Nature Center Guild event
The Indian Creek Nature Center Guild reports a successful plant sale held May 2 despite rain and a closed Bertram Road bridge. Gratitude goes to Cedar Rapids residents and nearby communities for support and interest. Therese Beusch, guild president.
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Indian Creek Nature Center Guild
Bertram Road
Cedar Rapids
Outlooks from Eastern Iowans Invite Wide Range Views
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. The topics are unlimited and the views are theirs.
How cancer scam hurts fine charity
Letter contrasts public trust in major charities with scams like United Cancer Council. It defends American Cancer Society ACS cites 1985 fraud case and notes ACS funds use 80 percent on charity, urges donors to verify finances via NCIB and library references. It ends hopeful about advances in cancer cure and screening.
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American Cancer Society
TV Gospel
Gazette
United Cancer Council Inc
United Cancer
ACS
Reference Department
The
Public Library
Office of the Charity of
Choice
NCIB
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Morgenroth
McNulty
Buchanan County
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Ivan the Terrible
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Virginia Dr. SE
Robert C. Moorman
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Jim Bakker
United Cancer Council
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