Premature panic over Mesquakie tuberculosis portrayal
Residents of the Mesquakie Settlement object to how the discovery of tuberculosis among about 800 residents was depicted. They argue three cases were exaggerated and sparked unnecessary fear.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1992
Page
4
Residents of the Mesquakie Settlement object to how the discovery of tuberculosis among about 800 residents was depicted. They argue three cases were exaggerated and sparked unnecessary fear.
A Mesquakie spokesman urges calm as doctors assess tuberculosis linked to the settlement. More than 70 cases have been diagnosed in Iowa this year, with treatment in Iowa City and testing of residents to prevent spread.
The bailout’s funding stalls as lawmakers argue which thrifts to close. Since 1989 regulators seized 721 insolvent S&Ls with $197 billion in deposits. The unspent $18 billion from FY92 prompts renewed calls to finish the $43 billion plan.
A guest column argues against awarding the 2000 Summer Games to China. It cites Tiananmen Square, political prisoners, and potential unrest, warning that hosting could reward abuses and prompt protests, while urging IOC scrutiny of human rights before selection.
Jim McPartland Jr. urges voters to support Jim Nussle in a campaign letter. He argues spending is excessive, Congress inefficiency, and term limits need change. He cites Nussle’s House reform efforts as needed for effective government. Marion address included.
Readers argue for an Iowa Equal Rights Amendment and criticize public figures like Pat Robertson and Senator Grassley. Letters emphasize the ERA as a constitutional principle, counter claims of practicality, and defend women's rights as fundamental human rights. Gina McGee and Laurie Powrie offer opposing views on the change.
A reader thanks The Gazette for including the Mini Page in the Monday edition. As a Kirkwood Community College literacy tutor, the writer cites The Laubach Way to Reading as solid but not fun and praises Mini Pages for engaging both adults and children, especially noting Betty Debnam's work.
Reader urges Gazette editors to reinstate Fox Trot after replacing it with Dilbert. The message argues Fox Trot was a strong comic feature and deserves restoration on the page.
The John F. Kennedy High School Band director accepts full responsibility for an accidental incident on Oct. 3 when the flag lay unattended during a public performance. He apologizes to veterans, the American Legion, and attendees, noting the band’s pride and discipline.
A Cedar Rapids treatment facility limits use of Prozac and Xanax in its program citing questionable safety and limited testing. The writer urges public acknowledgment of the stance and invites those harmed by psychiatry in Linn County to contact Larry Verbeck at 835 15th St SE.
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