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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1988
Page
6
The document lists several officials including Jane Denny as chairwoman, Robertco as treasurer, An Heusinkveld as executive editor, Mori as editorial board chair, with a managing editor also mentioned. Details are sparse but identify the key leadership roles.
The University of Iowa names Hunter R. Rawlings III as president after a lengthy, contentious selection process. A classics scholar and former Colorado VP, he pledges tough leadership, endorses athletic engagement, and aims to raise faculty standards while embracing performance and decentralization. Interim president Richard Remington returns to teaching after aiding the transition.
The union cites changing the workplace environment over fines after IBP Dakota City plant faces 3.1 million dollars in penalties for injuries, including carpal tunnel, with underreporting penalties at 2.59 million under appeal. OSHA seeks safety upgrades industry wide while IBP criticizes regulators as playground bullies. A progressive safety outlook is urged.
A reader supports the Cub Scout Jon Shramek for a life saving award and disputes a mother’s claim about creek depth. The letter defends recognizing calm rescue, questions safety warnings, and debates religious definitions and First Amendment intent.
A personal reminiscence from Keystone Colorado recalls a last gathering with Andy Andrews at an apres-ski bar. The writer shares shared Cedar Rapids ties with her husband Tom, noting tours planned for summer and the family love Andy expressed. News of the tragedy spread, and the writer offers comfort to his brother and friends.
A reader accuses Linn County Jail staff of restricting visits to her son Jeff Jellison serving four to six months for driving while barred and drinking. She alleges harassment by deputies, cites a curbed visit on May 13, and urges voting Democrat to address economic and labor concerns, signing as Raymond F. Wells.
A letter arguing against beer tents states the author favors the first two commandments, urges Christians to show concern for all people, and questions whether beer tents respect fellow man or church members, ending with a personal vote of no.
The Soroptimist Club of Cedar Rapids and Marion operated a gift-wrapping service at Lindale Mall the day before Mother's Day. All proceeds supported the Marion and Cedar Rapids food banks. Eva Wilson corresponding secretary 477 Fifth Ave Marion.
Dick Pike writes as a 21st century descendant, critiquing mid century military buildup and fiscal excess. He laments the shift from farm to city, the rise of arms production, and the hollowing of rural democracy while urging readers to remember Jefferson. He signs as Dick Pike of Central City, retired farmer and former local official.
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