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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1981
Page
6
A AP NBC poll shows 76 percent favor teaching both evolution and creationism. The piece argues evolution is a scientific theory with extensive evidence, while creationism is faith based and not testable. It asserts science belongs in schools and religion at home or church.
President Reagan orders Admiral Hyman G. Rickover to retire in 1985 while inviting him to serve as White House adviser on nuclear science. The 81 year old admiral remains a pivotal figure for the Navy's nuclear propulsion program and personnel standards, noted for ongoing influence and unique longevity.
Celebrity obit notes Holden died in California at 63 with a mixed career from early films to Oscar winning roles. Critics blame lingering loneliness and the delay in discovery, suggesting society undervalues aging individuals living alone. The piece contrasts Wilder era breakthroughs with later life isolation.
In a reader letter Nancy Kochanowski defends working mothers against a fundamentalist view of gender roles. She calls for recognition of their courage and organization and criticizes antiworking women rhetoric as outdated and harmful. The piece also includes a humor cartoon caption about political dynamics and a quip about office visits.
A reader recalls Marion Davies as Hearst’s longtime partner and host at San Simeon, noting her role in planning, furnishing, and using the estate. The letter mentions a million dollar gesture, the state transfer terms prohibiting her name, and hopes for wider recognition.
Sylvia Schulte, education chair of the American Legion Auxiliary, argues the Norway High School building timeline shows a brick section built in 1908 with later additions in 1917 1937 and 1965. She says the 75 year figure misrepresents the age of the entire attendance center.
A reader asks if epitome has drifted from its original meaning. Dr. E E Linn notes epitome once meant a summary or abridgement and can also denote embodiment. Now it often signals ultimate success, as Howard Cosell’s usage shows, though not always correct.
In a satirical look at Washington film culture a celebrity packed project The Trojan Horse spirals into a storm of stars agents billionaires and foreign interests. The piece riffs on General Haig Ron Meese Ed Meese and alums while lampooning script rewrites money whispers and publicity stunts.
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