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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1985
Page
9
A reader criticizes anti communist beliefs while examining US actions toward Rhodesia Nicaragua Iran and Taiwan. The letter links AIDS fear to paranoia, questions causes, and calls for compassion and rational inquiry rather than stigma.
A reader argues Cedar Rapids voters were wise to defeat the 1 percent local option sales tax. The ballot offered no guaranteed property tax relief, contrary to Mayor Canney’s statements, with relief limited to 500 000 dollars or a share of revenue, whichever is less, and no written promise of tax cuts for Linn County.
Carl Foster lost the Marion City Council election on November 5 and is praised for courage in speaking his opinions. The writer emphasizes respect for Foster and commends rival Ken Techau’s campaign while noting the city as the real loser.
A Cedar Rapids church notes the Linn Community Food Bank has run a 13 year abuse free program with 85 volunteers. It thanks churches businesses and individuals for food and cash donations and urges continued support as economic conditions boost need. Donations may be delivered or mailed to First Presbyterian Church.
The piece argues nominal Christianity and secular humanism share aims of freedom from moral restraint. It warns both sides invite civil law limits or unrestrained passions, citing biblical verses. It asserts Christ’s grace conquers self and darkness, urging humility ahead of Christ’s return.
Shawn Gallagher reports that Mikhail Gorbachev signals a half reduction of strategic weapons, invites US-Soviet talks, and links a potential CTB to mutual moratoriums while warning that star wars tests and decapitation strike fears shape strategic choices in 1980s diplomacy.
A mother discusses the harsher reality of child safety, noting most abuse is by trusted people. She reflects on lessons from her mother, the limits of stranger-proofing, and the need for proactive safeguards like records, codes, and advance planning to protect children.
Connie Mays of Marion, a former English teacher in Denver and in Micronesia with the Peace Corps, joins residents in offering personal reflections on a wide range of topics. Her background adds a thoughtful perspective to the ongoing community dialogue.
A concise look at common pitfalls in English syntax. It cites adverb clauses used as noun clauses, participial phrases starting sentences, and the fragile edge between pass each other and pass one another with examples and quotes from writers and journalists.
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