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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1981
Page
6
Iowa officials question whether the year will end with the lowest highway death toll in 23 years amid a 70 percent cut in federal highway safety funding. They warn that reduced enforcement on primary roads could raise deaths, while advocating targeted patrols on high-accident non-interstates to save lives.
After a federal judge delayed a ruling, Corrections Director Hall Farrier’s proposal to reward inmates by restoring exercise faced scrutiny. The state уже ordered a gradual resumption for about 15 to 18 inmates weekly, while 620 prisoners remained confined. Officials urge quicker yard access and faster security repairs.
The piece argues Sadat failed due to weak responses from Palestinians Israelis and Americans. It cites Camp David limits Israel’s West Bank stance and Begin Dayan positions. It notes US missteps and Eilts critique while warning that peace depends on Palestinian progress and stronger leadership.
A reader mocks the chicken first argument while praising biblical verses, then praises Shrine Hospital Dads for a Sept clinic that examined fifteen youngsters and offered free treatment at Shrine Hospital. A teacher laments nuclear arms and urges youth to demand peace and restraint from leaders.
Mike Chapman urges The Gazette to rethink front page choices and photo captions. He argues homemaker story, front page pictures, and sports features distract from truly newsworthy content and asks for more space for local sports and meaningful coverage.
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