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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1995
Page
6
The Linn County plan envisions a one cent local option sales tax to raise about 15 million dollars for two revolving loan funds. One targets entrepreneurs and the other helps first time home buyers and rental property rehab. Administered by a non government panel, the idea faces tax dur ation concerns and public skepticism.
Retired General Colin Powell signals a drift toward the political right stirring reaction from political cartoonists. Analysts say his waning followership could stem more from shifting rhetoric than ideology, undermining his image as a non politician.
Dave Nagle critiques the rise of social conservatives within the Republican Party. The piece compares the shift to a Faustian bargain, with the religious right gaining influence at the cost of traditional GOP principles. It notes Bob Dole's waning position and forecasts further ideological pressure on nominees.
A Cedar Rapids writer recalls moving to Bohemie Town thirty years ago and embracing the Czech community. She highlights landmarks such as St. Ludmila and St. Wenceslaus, the Czech Village celebrations, and the new Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, praising the city’s heritage efforts and future unity.
The piece discusses how witty newspaper headlines can mislead or amuse readers. It cites examples from the Orlando Sentinel and Victoria Times Colonist, including puns about Florida retirees and Alaska cruises, questioning whether cutesy phrasing sacrifices clarity.
Bernard Smith of Cedar Rapids defends bicyclists rights to road use insisting cyclists pay taxes and deserve safe passage. He urges drivers to share lanes and accommodate slower vehicles, urging readers to reflect before honking or expressing anger.
Dennis Usher and Bob Parsons of Cedar Rapids endorse Lee Clancey for mayor citing her experience in education economic development and community leadership. They describe her as a listener advocate for neighborhoods affordable housing arts safety and transportation and urge voters to support her candidacy.
William R. Schwarz of Cedar Rapids urges voters to evaluate qualifications before choosing a safety commissioner. He cites a no confidence vote against current leadership led by J D Smith, disputes over fire department leadership, and questions Nancy Evans’s fire service knowledge as a basis for voting decisions.
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