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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1983
Page
8
The Gazette argues that open trade policy benefits the economy while warning that protectionist moves, including domestic content rules, risk retaliation against exports. It credits Reagan for using reciprocity to expand leverage, suggesting liberal trade can lead the 1990s.
The Supreme Court left intact a federal ruling supporting Morton Grove Illinois bans while state and local authorities face new testing of gun limits. The text notes historical limits of the Bill of Rights and suggests state constitutions may shape gun ownership laws, with Iowans shown as lacking explicit firearms rights.
The piece argues against airline regulation and union efforts to block competition. It cites deregulation benefits including lower fares, higher employment, and more seat miles, contrasting with union claims. It highlights Air Line Pilots Association opposition and references Air New England and Provincetown-Boston Airline as examples of market entry and price dynamics.
A syndicated Gazette column argues Reagan’s arms buildup is necessary to deter a paranoid Soviet Union. It uses a school bully fable where the strong captain trusses the bully, suggesting strength can prevent provocation and defend against aggression.
Periodic observations from residents invited to express themselves here. Topics are unlimited and the views are theirs. Readers are encouraged to share perspectives on community life and current events in a free format column.
A letter to the editor rebuts ecumenism and anti Catholic insinuations. The writer argues Christ unites believers, condemns anti Catholic bigotry, and emphasizes church mercy, repentance, and shared humanity rather than faction. The piece defends Catholics against sweeping generalizations about priests and Rome.
A Cedar Rapids resident thanks the Cedar Rapids Animal Shelter and WMT Radio for persistent efforts to locate a missing 10 year old poodle. The writer notes repeated contact from the shelter staff and radio station, praising their care despite not recovering the dog.
As chairman of the Retired Men's Golf Association I express gratitude to merchants in Marion Cedar Rapids and the Amanas for their generous contributions of gifts for the annual banquet.
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