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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 2009
Page
3
Logan Trumbull of Iowa City, seven, pens Logan's Story about his late father Ray, forty two, to honor their bond. An area artist illustrates the book, with proceeds benefiting Iowa City Hospice.
Vic tor Prinze a 60 year old Modesto California volunteer who helped demolish a flood damaged garage in Cedar Rapids was trapped when the structure collapsed on November 14 he survived initial ICU care. A separate item notes Iowa received a D on the March of Dimes premature birth report with early elective C sections and induced births cited as risk factors. Businessman Michael Richards proposed Linn County pay to demolish the flood damaged Freeway Lounge for relocation but the idea was rejected after FEMA would not reimburse for moving the building.
Cedar Rapids reader Dean Warner applauds Hy-Vee for offering veteran breakfasts including spouses and Sparking Image Car Wash giving free washes. He cites Gazette columnist Jennifer Hemmingsen on how retailers join in Veterans Day, noting many stores closed in the past and that appreciation from workers makes sacrifices worthwhile.
The writer condemns scoring political points after a shooting in Fort Head, criticizing media coverage and noting warning signs from over a year earlier. They question DoD and FBI tracking, wish the shooter a fair trial and swift execution, and thank Rep. Bruce Braley for health care efforts while recounting a Waterloo appearance.
Gwen Hammond voices support for the health care reform bill passed by the U S House and urges readers to contact Congress and editors. She criticizes Republican lawmakers for corporate influence and says Medicare beneficiaries should still care about reform. She calls for marches on Washington and public letters to voices for change.
The writer highlights Jewish figures linked to NBC history, noting David Sarnoff, Milton Berle, Lawrence Spivak, Sergey Brin, and others. The piece argues NBC and broadcasting benefited from Jewish influence and suggests readers consider these ties amid current corporate talks with Comcast.
The passage argues that Sarah Palin defines herself as a rogue unfit to govern. It likens her to Anita Bryant Phyllis Schlafly and other fame seeking family values hypocrites, predicting she will sink into the swamp of ignorance.
In a reader forum piece, a misattributed Palin quote sparks controversy over Sarah Palin writing ability. The author argues Palin is a mainstream politician, not savior or satanic, and notes mixed reactions within the GOP base. He questions readiness for the presidency and references fact-checking by the Associated Press.
In a guest column Margie Pence of Mercy Home Care urges families to reassess an aging relative’s health needs during the holidays. The piece highlights benefits of home care, the role of Mercy Home Care at Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids, and how planning early supports independence and family unity.
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