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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1994
Page
4
The Cedar Rapids public works bribery case shocks residents as 200 city workers faced theft and unauthorized borrowing claims. Six men including a former Lisbon mayor are charged, with officials pledging reforms to prevent future corruption and restore trust in government.
An anonymous letter to a Philadelphia radio host claims a man shot two would be robbers and killed one. Police lack verification and fear of speculation grows. The piece argues crime has society fearful and calls for decisive policy action amid public outrage.
The letter from Amber warning lights used on buses emphasizes caution as several stop arm violations occurred in Marion and Cedar Rapids. It recalls a near miss where a student could have been hit if a driver had not stopped activity and highlights that school buses remain the safest travel option when signals are observed.
The Gazette explains letters are capped at 300 words and must include name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown appear in print. Submissions go to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax to 398 5846 or via email for Gazette Net on Flowa CompuServe and Internet addresses provided.
Cedar Rapids reader Earl Fazel urges The Gazette to restore the American flag on its front page to honor those who served the nation, expressing disappointment over its current absence and hoping for renewed respect.
Charles Lederer argues that modern Christian Coalition figures like Pat Robertson mirror McCarthy era paranoia. He accuses Robertson of seeking total religious control, contrasting liberal inclusion with conservative exclusion.
A collection of humorous notes from Toni Freshwaters noting headline traps and language quirks. Highlights include a preposition ending in a Iowa headline, a pejorative cartoon caption, and a Houston anti abortion group label. The piece also mocks irregardless and a Friday work rule in court with playful tone.
Rush Limbaugh argues liberalism is faltering after failed health care reform and asserts his talk radio influence shifts political power. He claims media attacks miss the point, credits his audience reach, and portrays himself as a corrective force defending American individualism and Republican ideals.
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