Regulation on airline bumping faces critique over fairness
Critics say new CAB rules tighten no compensation for bumped travelers, exempt foreign-origin flights, and set a one hour rebooking exception. They warn short domestic routes and business travelers suffer for delays while carriers profit from overbooking. The debate weighs consumer service against airline losses.
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Tactful layoffs lift morale amid recession’s hit
Layoffs are cushioned by tactful gestures that praise valued service and avoid Friday terminations. Employers say a certificate of merit and considerate notices soothe affected workers, bolstering self worth despite job loss. The humane approach may outlast tough times.
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Army makeup course bids trigger scrutiny at Fort Jackson
Army at Fort Jackson South Carolina sought bids for a makeup training course for female recruits. Only one bid arrived from the University of South Carolina Center for Lifelong Learning totaling 309000 dollars including 282500 for supplies. A state legislative committee questioned the expenditure while lawyers review contract requirements.
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Ad hoc committee slated to study Kenwood Ditch problems
Public Improvements Commissioner Wayne Murdock forms an ad hoc panel to study storm sewer and drainage issues in Cedar Rapids, including 24th Street and the open Kenwood Ditch along Milwaukee tracks. The letter notes remaining work at Vinton Ditch and time estimates, while recalling 1971 flooding and earlier efforts. The writer links the Kenwood Ditch history to recent underground and lateral drainage work and cites a long pursuit of a missing acquaintance. The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes its outreach across avenues and streets and quotes Henley.
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Stay the course in Iowa vote urged for Nov. 2
A letter urges voters to support the current recovery policy, arguing that inflation has slowed, unemployment remains high but improving, and government spending should continue to be trimmed. The writer criticizes opposition claims and endorses Republican candidates in the upcoming election.
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Washington, D.C
Iowa
Defense spending and a World Series sponsor
The article notes the large federal defense budget and points out the U S armed forces as a sponsor appearing on World Series broadcasts. It highlights taxpayer awareness of military sponsorship in the televised event.
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U.S
Hell as the Result of Rejecting Jesus
The author argues there is no neutrality toward Jesus Christ. Those who do not accept him are cast from God’s presence into hell, a state of eternal torment, thirst, and absence of light, joy, and comfort.
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Jesus
Not Appearing on TV Reagan Snakes and Morals
Readers urge the President to apologize to all of the world’s snakes after comments about Jimmy Carter. The letter questions the insult and calls for accountability for remarks deemed insulting to snakes.
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Reagan
Jimmy Carter
Joyful Cedar Rapids Foreign Adoptions Highlighted
The Gazette notes two feature articles on international adoptions showing medical and cost delays but reports many Cedar Rapids families have adopted overseas without issues. A parent group meeting at Peace Christian Church invites supporters to share experiences tonight at 7.
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C Ave
Sino-Soviet rift may be on the mend
Flora Lewis reports from Bucharest that after decades of conflict Moscow and Beijing show intent on normal relations. The piece notes key sticking points including Vietnam Cambodia Afghanistan and border tensions, and discusses implications for U.S. policy and world peace as talks potentially ease Cold War strains.
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