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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1992
Page
6
In a letter to the editor the writer endorses Jack Kemp for president over George Bush and Ross Perot. Kemp’s integrity and HUD record are praised and a grass roots push for him as Republican nominee is encouraged, hoping for cohesive president and Congress.
The author supports a woman's right to choose abortion while opposing protesters who block clinic entrances. They argue privacy and life ethics, noting the unknowns in each case and preferring personal conviction over judgments from others. The piece envisions unplanned teen pregnancy and its challenges.
A letter to The Gazette argues gun control debates misrepresent motives. It cites Ed Dolan and Rep. Major Owens, defends NFC aims, asserts Second Amendment rights yet supports well regulation, and criticizes NRA hypocrisy at its Washington headquarters. The writer links public safety to lawful firearm ownership.
The Gazette reveals Steve Warner as the kind stranger who rushed Grandma to the hospital after she fell in Cedar Rapids. The letter writer says many readers responded, praising Steve’s actions and confirming his character through his mother-in-law’s note.
Hanford Unit No. 5 American Legion Auxiliary thanks the public and businesses for support of this year’s poppy distribution. Leaders praise positive attitudes and unselfish effort, with Zula M. Oujiri as poppy chairman at 1709 First St. SW.
A Water Town South Dakota native, 82 year old Sarah Dougherty Rhoads of Lisbon recalls Lawrence Welk starting his five piece band during her high school years class of 1927. She notes his accordion playing and engaging with audiences in small town venues near Lake Kampeska Casino and Stoney Point.
A policy outlining how letters are handled. Editors may shorten text and omit anonymous details. Writers must provide name street address and signature. A phone number is required for authentication. Limit is 300 words. Emphasis on issues and events rather than personalities. Few thank you notes accepted. One letter per writer every 30 days.
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