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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1977
Page
8
Editorial page by John Donnelly features the role of the treasurer and commentary on financial stewardship. It discusses duties, accountability and public trust in managing city or organizational funds. The piece emphasizes prudent budgeting and transparent reporting.
The piece argues Bert Lance's exit from Washington carries little personal ruin for other Carter aides. It cites Senator Danforth and Common Cause president David Cohen, insisting public service must remain respectable. It asserts scrutiny fell on Lance alone, with other cabinet members spared. It concludes that staying clean protects tenure.
Rep. Tom Harkin defies AFL CIO pressure and vows to vote conscience over labor boss demands. He rejects claims that he is beholden to George Meany Lloyd McBride and national unions while noting his open stance on nonpro labor issues. The Iowa congressman faces a wary climate as Iowa labor backs a 35 hour week and Democrats test ties to unions.
James J. Kilpatrick argues that Cornell's war on illiteracy exposes sloppy grammar and verbose writing. He cites Dean Robert Farrell and student critics, notes errors and overstatements, and warns against lax language habits while praising discipline in writing.
Letters urge reform of housing rules as many live in poor conditions due to wages and health issues. They argue landlords raise rents, taxes deter repairs, and call for candidates with real dedication to helping people and improving rental properties.
The writer argues advertising and news media promote sex and crime, shaping public morals. They claim sensational reporting harms suspects and glorifies criminals, while officials face scrutiny for scandals. Tax dollars fund law enforcement as crime persists, questioning the need for explicit promotion.
A historical critique argues for tougher laws and societal cleanup to combat crime and vice. It accuses TV, theaters, ads, and media of normalizing violence, drug use, murder plots, robberies, and prostitution. It urges action on films and programming to curb immoral influence.
The Gazette invites opinions on issues and events with a 400 word limit per letter. Each writer may submit one letter every 30 days. Letters may be condensed and edited without changing meaning. Include name, address, and readable handwritten signature for authentication. telephone numbers are not printed.
A spoof clipping mocks Mark Russell and colonial-era sensibilities by citing lurid ads allegedly from the time. It parodies a sexualized view of early America with headlines about Madam Abigail's Colonial Casino and Benny's Bawdy Bunker Hill Penny Arcade.
A retiree recalls aiding Bob Jamison to rescue ducks from a roaster last year and notes City Hall cutting costs for corn. Now flowers adorn the pond as all ages enjoy the ducks, while residents ask to keep feeding them and oppose tobacco plants in the greenhouse.
James Reston assesses Jimmy Carter in a New York Times Service piece. Carter holds regular press conferences, defends his energy plan, and pursues bold foreign and domestic agendas while critics doubt his ability to juggle many goals.
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