Outsider as Police Chief Rejected in Mason City Case
The Mason City mayor chose an acting chief with 30 years on the force after a nationwide search failed to hire a Minnesota patrolman. Local critics note pay disparities versus out of town candidates, while the veteran chief remains in place. The piece compares Cedar Rapids’ prior experience and cautions about hiring bias against locals.
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Movie ratings reach tenth birthday amid criticism and praise
The film rating system marks its 10th year as producers embrace self regulation, citing benefits for parents. Critics note flaws persist with G ratings shrinking and a broad PG range, while escapism and romance drive big-budget fare, reflecting unchanged audience tastes and commercial pressures.
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Motion Picture Association of America Film Rating Board
Letters Last Saturday Reflect Iowa Football Riot
A reader recalls the November 18 Iowa Hawkeyes game ending in postgame chaos with fans rushing the field and tearing down goal posts. The writer condemns the vandalism and mass apathy, calling for accountability and even baring fans from sports if they cannot control themselves.
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University of Iowa
Hawkeyes
Iowa
Clark reflects on voter cynicism after Iowa loss
Sen. Dick Clark of Iowa analyzes a shift toward conservative candidates after his Nov. 7 loss to Roger Jepsen. He cites low turnout and anti liberal attacks, notes Democrats face trouble while moderates struggle to oppose cuts to social programs. He contemplates future in policy or academia. United Press International.
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Washington
Dick Clark
Iowa
Roger Jepsen
Upper Iowa University
House
John Culver
U.S. Cost of Living: The Bright Side
The piece argues that Americans face higher overseas costs due to a weak dollar with Tokyo and other cities showing steep prices. It notes housing rents, currency effects, and that many U.S. businesspeople are paid in local currency, muting impacts. It cites UN data showing U.S. affluence still tops but others near.
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State Department
Washington, D.C
U.S
University of Pennsylvania
Sweden
Switzerland
West Germany
Denmark
Irving B. Kravis
Alan W. Heston
Robert Summers
United Nations
United States
Life’s importance and respect for all life
The writer argues the core issue in politics is life respect from all forms, condemning indifference to human life while urging support for officials who defend unborn humans. She warns the nation must protect the defenseless to preserve freedom and appeals to Cedar Rapids residents.
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Cedar Rapids
Police view on gun control favors civilians’ deterrence
The Gazette decries police stance on firearms as out of step with officers who come from hunting and service backgrounds. A 200-page AL EOA study summarized by GMA Research shows 34 000 officers doubt federal gun registration will cut crime while 64 percent see armed citizens as deterrence and 83 percent say criminals would gain from restrictions.
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American Law Enforcement Officers Association
GMA Research
Unequal justice feelings from Cedar Rapids reader
A reader in Cedar Rapids expresses frustration with a perceived bias in the legal system. They describe serving time for a 1975 larceny and returning stolen items, while a homicide suspect avoids punishment, voicing concern that the law fails to deter future violence.
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Mount Pleasant
Cedar Rapids
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