Iowa 1979 Legislature a mixed record of progress and questions
As Iowa’s 1979 Legislature adjourned in January, observers note a mixed record with positive moves like inflation adjusted tax funding, urban revitalization support, housing loans, and a balanced budget, alongside concerns over ethics, reapportionment delays, and scrutiny of the state’s anti bribery framework. The session is remembered for a $50 million surplus refund and orderly adjournment driven by strict deadlines set by leaders.
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Iowa
Ray
Credit the feds industry labor gasoline swinishness
Russell Baker rails at postwar policy, blaming government, industry, and labor for creating a car dependent culture. He cites Khrushchev's 1959 tour, suburban sprawl, decayed mass transit, and rising gas prices as consequences of auto oriented planning. The piece condemns energy hogs and excoriates Clarence Sap as a symbol of waste.
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Carter Will Face 1980 Test In Southern States
Washington Star Syndicate examines Jimmy Carters 1980 bid focusing on electoral votes, noting his Southern base and the need to carry 24 states like 1976. The piece weighs incumbency gains, past voting patterns in Alabama Arkansas Mississippi and Texas, and the risk to Texas or Mississippi altering the race.
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Is a golfer an athlete debate splits readers
The Gazette debates if golf qualifies as athletics amid inflation worries. Jack Nicklaus is named Athlete of the Decade for 1978 79 amid dissent from area golfers. Ted Williams argues golf emphasizes skill over stamina while pro golf still tops Great Athlete polls due to voter familiarity with the sport.
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Jack Nicklaus
Mike Chapman
Gazette
Letter on Pigeons Poisoning and Alternatives in Tipton
Correspondent objects to poisoning birds for curb measures near Tipton. Suggests humane devices to catch droppings or train birds away, questions the food bait method, and calls out potential exaggeration of bird numbers versus photo and witness counts.
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New York
Tipton
Pigeons Despised Yet Loved In Cedar Rapids Letter
A Cedar Rapids reader recounts finding two poisoned pigeons last summer, argues birds help control pests and cites Venice as a model of coexisting with pigeons. He criticizes local persecution, questions disease claims, and urges admiration for the bird symbolizing peace.
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Cedar Rapids
Valued service at Foundation Two aids a disabled client
A nervous person describes progress after joining Foundation Two. The client thanks staff for patience and improved communication, noting how the foundation helped address concerns related to physical disability and personal interactions.
Noticeable Boost in Linn County Dog Licenses
Volunteers and staff at the program are praised for cooperation and kindness. Dog license revenues rose about 10 percent from last year, attributed to a Gazette Notice to Pet Lovers ad. The increase reduces taxpayer subsidies for animal control, reflecting public private sector cooperation.
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Linn County
Audience Enjoys Statler Brothers and Barbara Mandrell Show
A reader praises the Five Seasons Center concerts at Statler Brothers and Barbara Mandrell, noting clear sound from the second balcony and entertaining jokes and songs. The letter expresses anticipation for the next country western event.
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Five Seasons Center
Statler Brothers
Barbara Mandrell
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