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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1980
Page
9
A reader critiques the Catholic Church's stance on sex and celibacy, citing Pope John Paul II and scriptural passages to argue that officials favored abstinence and condemned desire. The piece argues for a perspective where sex is only for procreation and marriage, framed as a noble ideal for all couples.
A reader discusses Cedar Rapids police Chief Baker and his tea tasting habits. The note criticizes Linn County Sheriff Workman and calls for a different sheriff, citing holiday duty of officers away from families.
A constituent expresses concern over yard sign damage during the 2nd District campaign. He cites hours and funds invested by volunteers for John Culver and Steve Severn and urges respect for supporters and campaign signs amid elections.
A speaker warns of 25 years of Democratic inflation, debt, and currency debauchery, blaming Congress and bureaucrats for high taxes, estate taxes, and loss of homes. He accuses the Trilateral Commission and CFR of steering toward socialism and a planned emerging constitution, urging a congressional probe and defense of national sovereignty.
The CLUM argues Massachusetts ERA may require Medicaid funding for abortions by equal protection reasoning. It contrasts state and federal standards, noting Harris v McRae limits on funding based on poverty. The piece warns future ERAs could be used to push abortion funding across jurisdictions.
A reader laments changing clocks twice yearly and urges Congress to end Daylight Saving Time. He notes WWII usage, argues 12 plus 12 equals 24 hours, and criticizes politicians for catering to elites while small citizens suffer, especially children catching buses in darkness.
A nostalgic letter recalls past prices and wages, comparing then and now. The writer cites 6 cent oats, 8 cent corn, 75 cent hog sales, 4 cent milk per quart, and 89 cent overalls at J C Penney, arguing social security recipients and laborers face enduring complaints as costs rise.
A reader attacks an editorial on milk prices, arguing dairy farming is a business requiring federal milk price supports. The letter urges publishing price gaps between farm milk and retail milk and warns against economic collapse in Iowa agriculture and related sectors.
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