Educators Reflect On Sputnik Era Impact
Area educators recall the Sputnik era as a turning point, noting how it reshaped science teaching and school programs. The memory surfaces in a Page 31A Report Card feature highlighting renewed interest in space and STEM education.
Stuttgart dealer in Hitler diaries surrenders in Bavaria
Konrad Kujau, the Stuttgart dealer behind the Hitler diary hoax, surrendered at a Bavarian border post. He admitted supplying most of the 62 volumes to Stern reporter Gerd Heidemann but claimed the diaries were genuine and disputed the $3.75 million payment. He cited East German sources and described his motive as defense against fraud accusations.
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Correction notice for county parks listing in Gazette
The Gazette acknowledges an incorrect campsite count for Morgan Creek Park west of Cedar Rapids off Stoney Point Road NW stating about 25 sites. It explains that corrections will appear in this space when reports are found wrong or misleading and invites complaints at 398 8313.
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