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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1979
Page
9
British Prime Minister Thatcher led a brief five week campaign marked by television debates and sharp issue lines. The piece compares UK spending, party discipline, and election timing with American practices, arguing for reforms to curb spending and stabilize campaigns.
The Atlantic article by James Fallows analyzes Jimmy Carter as a good man with failings in policy shaping. It cites his early reliance on staff, struggles to translate aims into legislation, inflation, Cabinet power, and cautious diplomacy as domestic and foreign challenges.
A Cedar Rapids antique show manager lauds the Five Seasons Center for the 46th Exposition held April 6 to 8. He commends manager Mike Gebauer and assistant Jim Brown for smooth setup and anticipates future events including a fall exhibition with the Questers Convention.
A reader defends the Cedar Rapids police helicopter as a valuable emergency tool while acknowledging high fuel and maintenance costs. The letter commends John Oberthein, mayor Canney, and the police department for efficient traffic control during a large antique show with nearly 90 exhibitors. The writer notes ongoing facility improvements and calls the helicopter a costly but irreplaceable asset for emergencies, despite noise during neighborhood patrols.
Edmund Whitman vice president of United Fruit confides to Newshawk John Fuller he longs to deliver a June commencement address. He has his speech ready promising two thoughts: no free lunch and you will never go broke taking a profit. He notes inflation would vanish if followed.
The piece derides inflation as a manipulated, widespread abuse by price gougers and special interests. It argues workers lack power to influence prices, claims voluntary guidelines fail, and warns that only price control can curb galloping costs while condemning profiteers and labor groups alike.
A reader questions why vast Christian traditions conflict over Bible interpretation while claiming inerrancy and present truth. The piece cites numerous scriptural pairs, notes clashes between past future and present truth, and argues that clergy and churches resist challenge, causing widespread confusion and division.
A reader condemns DeVere Hirt of Coralville for his Outlooks column, arguing his views on religious freedom and belief are outdated and false. The letter disputes constitutional religious rights, cites Kurtz's 14 points, and urges personal repentance to know Christ.
Periodic observations from thoughtful Eastern Iowans invited to express themselves here. The topics are unlimited, and the views are theirs. Readers may submit opinions on local life culture and current events.
The piece questions using terms like solons for lawmakers and suggests that names such as Joe Miller and Marilyn Monroe distort legacy over time. It contrasts accurate attribution with evolving, sometimes misleading associations tied to famous figures.
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