Fourth Street Rail Crossings Near Resolution in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids plans to remove tracks on Fourth Street advancing smoother downtown crossings. With IDOT and North Western Railway cooperation the project aims to leave one main line from First to Seventh Avenue and install rubberized crossing surfaces at First through Fourth avenues for about 250000 dollars. Concrete steps mark a long awaited relief to decades of rail congestion.
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Fourth Street
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Department of Transportation
North Western Railroad
Seventh Avenue
Council
IDOT
Taxpayer outrage as government overcharges spark calls for action
The piece condemns inflated prices for military parts by Boeing and General Dynamics, noting caps, cutting tools, wrenches, and spacers priced far above retail. It urges tougher punishment and government reforms as Defense Department moves to curb such overcharges and protect taxpayers.
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Air Force
Boeing
Senate
General Dynamics Corp
General Dynamics
Defense Department
Fees eyed for Grenada airlift rescue amid policy debate
State Department officials say standard procedure charges Americans for retrieval costs from abroad, with an exception under consideration for the Grenada evacuation. The idea prompts debate about fairness and budget pressures, with lighthearted remarks about discounts or a frequent flyer program.
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Grenada
State Department
U.S
Outlooks column rebuke over Hirt critique of Christianity
A reader condemns DeVere Hirt's Outlooks column for bias and sweeping generalizations about Christianity and atheism. The letter argues for factual evidence and logical argument, noting unsupported stereotypes and praising higher editorial standards from The Gazette.
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DeVere Hirt
the Gazette
Gazette
Diabetic’s brother Jerome battles diabetes and fate
A reader describes Jerome a 25 year old with long standing diabetes diagnosed at age five. He endures kidney disease retinopathy and epilepsy requiring daily injections and laser treatments while losing driving privileges for six months. The letter urges support for diabetics and notes university volunteer studies and Jerome’s rehabilitation enrollment.
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Jerome
University of Iowa
Volunteers support Cedar Rapids pool program for disabled
The swim program at Bender Pool runs with help from United Cerebral Palsy staff and volunteers. UCP credits Cedar Rapids Recreation Commission for pool access and notes the value of recreational activities for disabled clients.
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United Cerebral Palsy
Bender Pool
UCP
Cedar Rapids
Mensa debate over Densa jesting and membership
An officer of a local Mensa group critiques a recent Oct 27 article about Densa. He explains Densa origins are jokes among Mensans, notes members vary in humor, and invites nonmembers to attend meetings by calling or mailing for information.
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Mr. Hirt
Nero
Rome
Soviet Union
Soviets
Densa
Stephen Price
Mensa
Price
Baseball Hall of Fame
Tough, clear goals needed in relations with Soviets
A critic argues the United States must endorse capitalism and individual rights, halt trade with the USSR, and demand clear national goals. It blames evasive intellectuals for a weak foreign policy and urges decisive leadership to resist totalitarian expansion.
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Soviets
Soviet Union
Russia
Eastern Iowans Share Their Thoughts In Public Forum
Readers from eastern Iowa contribute reflections on community life and current issues. The panel invites diverse voices to express opinions, with topics ranging freely and perspectives from residents shaping ongoing dialogue.
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England
Dunkirk
American West
Moses
Red Sea
Joshua
Oble Arma
Hirt
U.S. Senate
U.S.S.R
Marianne Cameron
Hal Schrott
University Hospitals
Iowa City
Department of Social Services
Des Moines
United States
Soviet Russia
America
Dale L. Netherton
Swisher
General Mills
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