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Editorial page lists J. F. Hladky Jr as President and Publisher John Donnelly as Treasurer, identifying key newspaper executives.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1978
Page
6
Editorial page lists J. F. Hladky Jr as President and Publisher John Donnelly as Treasurer, identifying key newspaper executives.
House Ways and Means Chairman Al Ullman argues the tax relief incentive should wait until January after Congress reconvenes not in a special session. He warns such sessions breed disorder while urging orderly debate for a complex plan backed by Carter allies, including Fed chief Miller and Ullman.
Governor Ray avoids attacking Democratic challenger Fitz Gerald in his Fort Dodge stop to emphasize ten years of record success. Analysts note incumbents often benefit from home turf advantage and positive messaging, while past contests show mixed results for negative attacks. Backfire risks from negative tactics appear near election day.
Cedar Rapids described as the best city in Iowa in a guest column by Pat McPartland noting Iowa Electric Light and Power and the University of Iowa as key institutions. The piece highlights low unemployment, strong education, and civic pride, framing Cedar Rapids as near Eden in life quality.
Eastern Iowans invite expression on topics about living in Iowa and Cedar Rapids. The piece envisions postcard scenes across the year from pumpkins and leaves to snow and blossoms, highlighting seasonal imagery and a closing remark on human honesty versus animals.
In Iowa, Sen. Dick Clark faces a stiff reelection test as Americans for Democratic Action labels him the Senate’s most liberal. Clark vows to stay true to his principles amid a strong Jepsen challenge from the New Right, with abortion and single issue anger shaping undecided voters.
Letter writers defend Rep. Blouin and Sen. Clark for supporting energy legislation that allows gas prices to rise gradually. They argue market-based pricing limits shortages, oppose guaranteed low prices, and praise leadership while urging citizens to back responsible energy policy.
A reader applauds Cedar Rapids for its library service noting a "books by mail" program for the handicapped. The writer describes moving from San Francisco after becoming disabled and thanks Cedar Rapids for enabling access to reading material through mailed book selections. The letter compares city services and urges others to vote on Election Day.
A letter from a reader recounts a Europe trip and urges participation in the upcoming primary. The writer, a Democrat, endorses Republican Bud Kudart as the district's representative, arguing the need for true local representation and urging others to vote.
A letter argues Senator Dick Clark is too liberal for Iowa, citing ADA ratings, opposition to the right to work, large federal spending, and a stance against a balanced budget. It endorses Roger Jepsen, claiming he will voice Iowans’ wishes in Washington and oppose Clark’s supposed disregard for local opinion.
The piece urges widespread participation in the voting booth on Tuesday November 7 stressing that politics is big business and that spending does not guarantee competence. It promotes two party checks and asks readers to consider regional government via county home rule.
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