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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1981
Page
6
A proposed constitutional amendment by Sen. S I Hayakawa would make English the nation’s official language and bar non English use mandates. The column weighs the merits of a statute first and a constitutional change only if necessary, noting assimilation concerns and bilingual schooling debates.
The state moves to regulate Tough Man bouts after a Des Moines participant suffered serious injuries. New rules cover two weight classes, equipment, fight limits, fitness requirements, and protections for women, though critics urge a full ban. Advisory member Alphonse Bisignano calls the event a disgrace and warns of potential lawsuits.
Washington notes a U S Postal Service stamp honoring George Mason of Gunston Hall for drafting the Fairfax County Resolves and the Virginia Declaration of Rights which influenced the U S Bill of Rights. Mason is praised for ideas on liberty, press freedom, due process, and limits on government.
Letters to The Gazette note the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra fronts its final season performances led by conductor Richard Williams who is leaving for the Virginia Symphony. He professionalized the ensemble and broadened its reach while subscriber numbers grew from 600 to over 2000. The piece underscores supporters who funded progress amid rising federal and state arts funding concerns.
The essay argues Christian morality based on biblical obedience often causes harm and injustice. It cites apartheid, slavery, capital punishment, and anti LGBT policies as outcomes when morality relies on Bible alone. It warns against population growth rhetoric harming ecosystems and humanity.
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to share views. DeVere Hirt of Coralville is cited as a retired 1973 VA Hospital clerk typist with a background in life insurance, county clerk of court, real estate, and IRS work.
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