Longtime Cedar Rapids mayor Don Canney leaves for PMX Industries
The editorial notes Mayor Don Canney departs after 22% years in office to become a vice president at PMX Industries. It highlights his decades of service from engineering and streets to the mayoralty, his role in attracting industry, and the community improvements he shepherded, praising his intelligence and dedication.
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Don Canney
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Canney
PMX Industries
Cedar Rapids
Tom Aller
Memorial Day recalls sacrifices of U S service members
The piece marks Memorial Day as a solemn national observance, noting the end of the Soviet Union era adds meaning to sacrifices against totalitarianism. It details Iowa observances from Rock Rapids to Keokuk, and recounts Arlington's origin where flowers on Union graves contrasted with Confederate graves, with a wind burying Confederates in blooms. May we never forget those who served.
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Soviet Union
United States
Iowa
Rock Rapids
Keokuk
Arlington National Cemetery
John A. Logan
Grand Army of the Republic
Arlington
Mayor Canney Resigns Ending Cedar Rapids Era
On June 1 1992 Mayor Donald J Canney will leave office to pursue a private sector opportunity after 27 years of public service including 12 consecutive terms as mayor He helped build roads sewers a library cultural venues and public private partnerships that spurred Cedar Rapids growth and prosperity This tribute salutes his leadership and impact.
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Donald J. Canney
Cedar Rapids
Public letters discuss sales tax and state budgeting
Catherine Webb of Strawberry Point and Edith Raus of Manchester urge varied views on Iowa’s sales tax hike and budget cuts. Webb questions fairness for the poor and supports revenue changes. Raus critiques Governor Branstad and legislative power, questioning priorities for Medicaid and a special session.
Faches Center Named For Cedar Rapids Attorney
Francis C. Gillon recalls William G. Faches a Cedar Rapids attorney with a long career in public service and community work. He notes Faches dedication and his friendly, efficient service at his family’s business and local eateries.
Seeking POW/MIAs Truth in May Gazette Editorial
A reader urges accountability for 2268 missing Americans including 38 Iowans. They question Senator Grassley’s motives and recount claims from Harry V. Martin about 12 POWs debriefed and deserters status, calling for a truthful government answer.
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Gazette
Don’t compound tragedy in Cedar Rapids driver plea
A grieving Iowa family urges compassion after a teen drove a fatal crash. They oppose criminal punishment, proposing the driver address high school students to prevent future tragedies and honor the victim, whose family laments lifelong loss.
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Iowa
Love and forgiveness as path to peace in a fearful world
A reflective piece argues that violence arises from self centered fear and suggests replacing fear with love through self examination. It cites Biblical verses from Acts, I John, James and emphasizes practicing honest love to invite God and calm, urging personal change before judging others.
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