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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1986
Page
6
The piece argues that government deception in war reporting harms credibility for both press and public. It urges reporters to verify officials statements, warns against psychological warfare, and states officials should tell the truth or remain silent to preserve trust and national interests.
Cedar Rapids officials faced criticism after the council ended a lifetime free bus ride perk for retired RTC transit workers turned city employees in 1978. The issue centers on fairness rather than cost as retirees may still ride for reduced fares, and other city workers lack similar perks. The council acted once the policy came to light.
David T. Kearns of Xerox warns that America faces a grave labor and economic crisis from widespread functional illiteracy. He cites high dropout and test-score gaps, rising corporate training costs, and a push to reform education while noting business cannot replace schooling.
A reader, Hjordis Dahlen of 1623 Park Towne Lane NE Apt N-12, argues against Sen Beverly Hannon’s Honduras trip narrative and a $15,000 per hour helicopter claim. She praises Iowa Guard training, cites her WWII and Korean War service, and urges civics and kindness.
The piece argues away from farm depopulation and echoes Eisenhower era warnings about a military economy. It urges legal farming structures under the Copper-Volstead Act and cites the National Farmers Organization, while also announcing October 6 12 as Domestic Violence Awareness Week led by the YWCA in Cedar Rapids with programs and contact numbers.
The Iowa State University marching band visited Sept 12 13 hosting events with Linn-Mar High School. A 280 member group joined Kennedy High School for a joint halftime performance and shared meals in Linn-Mar facilities. Organizers thank Linn-Mar administration Cedar Rapids Marion area boosters and many families for hosting and support.
A reader voices anger at banning Doonesbury and accuses The Gazette papers of censorship. The letter questions offense caused, cites family impact, and contrasts with the company’s other programming like Divorce Court.
A reader questions the old saying spare the rod and argues that some children now abuse parents and demand respect. They advocate restoring stricter parental discipline and harsher enforcement of laws to curb child misconduct.
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