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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1983
Page
6
The governor's Beer and Liquor Study Task Force weighs bans on cold beer at gas stations and midnight carryout sales, and limits on Sunday on premises drinking. Critics warn such measures would fail to curb abuse, hinder legitimate business, and push toward tougher laws, education, and rehabilitative funding instead.
Democratic leaders trumpet their records on women’s rights and hint at nominating a woman for vice president to counter Reagan’s appeal among female voters. Senator Alan Cranston notes many qualified women while warning a VP must balance capability, ideology, and geography.
The piece recounts John Glenn's sharp comments on Mondale and Reaganomics, compares his rhetoric to historic lines, and notes Glenn’s past votes with 37 of 45 Senate Democrats on Reagan era budget measures. It frames the political climate of high inflation and rising interest rates shaping entitlements concerns.
The analysis argues Glenn may prove a strong punch for the Democrats if he defines a clear middle ground and attacks Reagan with Mondale's fervor. It notes Gary Hart leads in defining that middle path, while Mondale aligns with major labor and social groups but may face pressure from them.
Letter discusses Cedar Rapids Board of Adjustment defying Iowa Court of Appeals and Linn District Court rulings on the Mary Doyle Estate case. It argues the board must follow law, notes home occupation limits, and criticizes national energy policy shifts and a transcription error in a Law Nowotny letter regarding U N.
Poppy project VFW Post 5349 of Hiawatha thanks donors for Buddy Poppy sales on Sept 23 24 with proceeds aiding veterans. The Eastern Iowa MDA chapter thanks Cedar Rapids area supporters for Telethon 83 funds used for patient services research and camps.
Walter Gormly questions fluoride safety amid claims supporting water fluoridation. He cites FDA standards, ADA endorsements, and mixed studies while noting industrial waste linked to aluminum refining. He recounts a 1971 fast to demand scientific proof and lists communities using fluoridated water.
An Eastern Iowa reader from Mount Vernon describes a diverse career path, reflecting experiences as a farmer, taxi driver, hospital worker, mechanical engineer, journalist, truck gardener and firewood supplier.
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