Jepsen urges end to savings interest rate limits
Washington Review column by Sen. Roger Jepsen argues current 5.44% cap on passbook savings hurts savers amid 13% inflation. He cites Japan's 25% savings rate and 10% productivity growth, urging deregulation to allow higher rates and broader investment options, aligning finance with free enterprise.
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Church Role Held Steadfast on God’s Unchanging Law
The writer asserts the church must represent God whose nature never changes, insisting the church should not bend to fit evolving social attitudes. He argues the church’s function is enduring rather than responsive to current values.
U N Aids and Faith Clash in Letter to Editor
A reader criticizes UNICEF and U N for aiding communist regimes, cites 1974 Indochina funds, and urges citizens to support local groups while asserting Christian biblical supremacy and calling for U S withdrawal from the United Nations. Dorothy Larson, Marion.
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The Bizarre Death of Jesse Bishop in Carson City
The article paints Jesse Bishop's cyanide execution in Carson City Nevada as a grim, theaterlike end. It questions capital punishment’s justice and media coverage while reflecting on responsibility, media desensitization, and public concern amid repeated executions.
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Emerald Knights Resume Drum Corps Practice After Break
Emerald Knights return to practice after a year away citing solved problems and renewed commitment to make a mark in drum corps history. The St. Luke's Hospital Auxiliary and Cedar Rapids Community Theatre presented Wouldn't It Be Loverly on KCRG-TV to promote the My Fair Lady production at Paramount Theatre November 14-18 with community support.
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Drum Corps Pride and United Nations Critique Highlight Cedar Rapids Letter
A Cedar Rapids letter writer defends drum corps discipline and community pride while criticizing the United Nations as a global communist framework. The piece praises the Emerald Knights for five years of growth and notes travels and experiences of members. The letter also commends KCRG TV and Cedar Rapids Community Theatre for their cultural community service.
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Editorial Letter Opposes Bush Straw Vote Headline
A reader from Des Moines comments on George Bush as a fine candidate but questions The Gazette headline about a straw poll. The letter notes Bush’s rank-and-file Iowa Republican support at 1 percent and suggests the editorial could be enlightening.
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Splitting the gene Hope now dominates
A review of genetic research highlights Stanford and other groups advancing recombinant DNA. Scientists report gene transfer and synthetic genes enabling insulin production and potential gene therapy. Experts caution about timelines and emphasize learning how DNA operates in higher organisms amid regulatory debates.
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Stupidity aids Soviets in Africa game plan say columnist
Peter Jay argues Western missteps in Zimbabwe Rhodesia talks allow Soviet influence via black nationalist leaders and Muzorewa. He warns UK and US efforts risk defeat if they lift sanctions or recognize Muzorewa, urging continued pressure until frontline leaders concede. He praises Carrington’s negotiation skill amid Cold War maneuvers.
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