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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1982
Page
6
In 1982 Americans face recession and cold fronts yet find reasons for gratitude. Despite low farm prices and unemployment, hope persists through charity, democracy, and national unity as the nation recalls Vietnam memorials and the holiday’s enduring spirit.
Defense Secretary Weinberger proposes using a deflation factor to shrink inflation adjustments in future budgets, cutting about 2 billion from FY 1984 and about 4 billion from subsequent defense budgets. He argues it would ease debt concerns while preserving programs, though real cuts are deemed necessary.
A member of a special panel discussing Social Security proposed a playful recipe for reform saying reforms may include five or ten items with seasoning like salt and pepper. He joked about “bread” and being too old to cut the mustard. The quip was misattributed to Claude Pepper but came from Rep. J.J. Pickle of Texas.
The piece argues that 1983 may bring a solvable path for Social Security, citing a gap of 150 to 200 billion dollars to bridge between taxes and outlays by 1989. It notes potential bipartisan agreement, with pressure from leaders Reagan and O'Neill, and details the roles of Rostenkowski Pepper and Coelho in shaping a floor bill.
Readers debate Social Security funding myths and political nerve in reform talks. A second letter defends Linn County deputies amid civil suits, noting the risk and costs for small town police and sheriffs.
Northbrook residents thank Barbara Dickson and Ruth Murrin of American Legion Post No. 5 for a flag ceremony and a new flag. Veterans Gene Broukal Bill Vavra Julius Richter Alfred Jacobson Roy Freese Clyde Orrison and Chet Palmquist were honored on Nov 11 at 11 a.m. with all country veterans.
This note urges daily gratitude for blessings from God and Jesus Christ. It highlights things like jobs, homes, family, freedom, health, and the central belief that salvation comes through faith in Jesus. The message stresses thanking the Lord every day, not only on Thanksgiving.
National Family Week runs November 21 to 27, promoted by Family Service Agency. The event urges families to support one another, celebrate, and strengthen family life under the theme Give families a hand. Larry McGrath, president of the agency, emphasizes recognizing family values and ongoing care.
A letter argues grace frees from the law yet requires keeping the fourth commandment. It cites Romans 6 15 and Jesus words about the law, contends God’s seventh day Sabbath remains binding, notes evidence of historical change to Sunday worship, and urges following Jesus example in worship.
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