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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1987
Page
9
Letters to The Gazette argue the Senate blocks arms control debate as the Reagan administration pursues faster strategic arms. The writer urges open debate on U S Soviet treaties and cautions against partisan obstruction in defense policy.
Readers dissect Garrett Hardins abortion column arguing life begins at conception, parents’ rights, and whether abortion equals murder. A second letter corrects chiropractors’ claimed therapy duties, noting Iowa law restricts physical therapy to licensed PTs and alerts the public.
The letter writer accuses Bill Farley of Farley Industries, a 22,000-employee firm, of using corporate resources to buy influence in the presidential race. He cites Farley TV spots during a Des Moines broadcast promoting Farley and criticizing Rep Gephardt. He invokes federal election rules barring corporate political expenditures and urges Farley to withdraw his bid.
A 1986 Marion council debate featured a remark by Frank Reynolds suggesting a 110 pound rock to curb pets. Voters are urged to consider leadership qualities as past Cedar Rapids actions are cited, contrasting Mr. Rinas’s described helpful approach with Reynolds and invites support for Rinas.
Letter criticizes Cedar Rapids leadership and the Museum of Art for mismanagement of the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Homage to Amanda. The exhibit slated for Nov 28 1987 to Jan 19 1988 may not be viewable due to insurance, security, and remodeling delays.
Joseph and Pearl Codr commend Robert J. Bright of Erskine Elementary for his caring approach. They note his lunchtime Captain's Table program and a summer personal letter praising their daughter Stacie, who moved from a smaller town to Cedar Rapids for school.
A letter writer defends careful moped drivers while noting careless car drivers. She recalls experiences in Cedar Rapids with her daughters and emphasizes that safety depends on obeying traffic rules by both cyclists and motorists to prevent accidents. She values human life regardless of vehicle type.
The passage laments AIDS fears and religious decay. It casts doubt on clergy titles and cites Vicarius Filii Dei as 666. It claims Satan targets marriage and the Saturday sabbath as divine memorials and emphasizes obedience to Christ for eternal salvation.
Readers from eastern Iowa contribute a range of views on any topic, expressing personal perspectives in this impressionistic periodical. The column invites thoughtful commentary and diverse opinions from locals.
The essay contrasts traditional medicine with rising holistic and self care trends. It notes patient empowerment, immunity focus, herbal self medication, acupuncture, and the shift from a single revered MD to shared responsibility between patient and doctor. It argues for balance of science and art in future healing.
The column argues against the historic usage with examples from Cedar Rapids and national media. It notes confusion over phrases and cites a Wall Street Journal piece. It mentions Carl Kane's column compendium available for $2.95 and mail-order details.
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