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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1971
Page
6
Judge Bown must summarize two weeks of testimony on three suits challenging the 1971 Iowa apportionment plan. If the court delays until 1972, history risks repeating unconstitutional outcomes andParty timelines affect 10 years of representation for all Iowans.
The piece notes strong public and legislative desire to end U S involvement in Vietnam. It cites a Senate vote to force a six month withdrawal timeline and mixed support for a gradual exit with a target by early or mid 1972, while House chances appear slim. The author stresses ongoing pressure for U S disengagement until a true end is achieved.
A reader urges replacing 27 percent based assessments with 100 percent of estimated value. He argues this would simplify calculations, reveal full value, reduce disputes, and allow tax revenue to stay steady with simpler rate adjustments. The letter also compliments a local green strip project for its greenery and relaxation value.
William V. Shannon argues that life’s variety inspires awe but humans seek order and uniformity. He notes unique forms in nature from snowflakes to species and discusses the tension between diversity and the urge to classify. The piece explores how this drive shapes thought.
The piece argues that pursuit of control via law, politics, and commerce erodes diversity. It notes conflicts in higher education admissions policies, the open classroom trend, and market standardization from cars to hotels. It warns that technology and economy push uniformity, harming culture, ecology, and even humanity's future as nature's last survivor.
Cedar Rapids secured modest state and federal aid for the west side green strip along the Cedar River. Officials say the money may seem small but could spur further improvements and local green initiatives.
The Gazette invites readers to submit opinion letters on issues or events rather than personalities. Letters should focus on a single topic for broad readership. Typical length is around 400 words, with one letter from each writer per month. Real names, addresses, signatures, and a telephone number are required for authenticity. anonymous publication is not allowed.
A BC man caught a raw egg thrown from 240 feet without breaking it after 73 attempts, a feat deemed worthy of sports record status. The Oregonian notes the lack of a photo to accompany the story and jokes about a walking omelet.
Iowa State Traveler notes the era when a dollar bought more has faded as people expect more for a dollar and scarcity of reciprocal value rises. The piece underscores changing economic expectations and the drift in purchasing power.
In Cedar Rapids debate over the FHA 235 program mortgage aid, builders argue it both harms and helps the market. The piece examines code relaxations, subsidy effects, and housing affordability for postwar era buyers amid rising land costs and construction standards.
Editorialist Jerry Elsen analyzes FHA 235 mortgage aid and its impact on existing home sales. Cedar Rapids realty figures Leroy Skogman and Howard Beals respond with concerns about new construction, price shifts, foreclosures, and the need to curb subsidies.
Howard H. Beals argues the FHA 235 program favors new housing over existing homes, limiting older citizens trying to downsize. The piece cites Realtor's Headline data showing subsidies rose sharply for new homes while incomes climbed more slowly, widening the gap between costs and earnings.
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