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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1977
Page
3
Editorial page from September 2 1977 features notes on treasurer John Darnall and editor John Robertson, with remarks on governance and community concerns.
Polk County district court hears a cross-branch challenge over Governor Ray's July 10 veto of a May 31 bill. Plaintiffs Senators Redmond and Willits argue the veto exceeded the three day limit during session. the defense cites a 30 day period applicable to late-session bills. The suit seeks judicial clarification while noting the veto may stand if applied within three days. The measure would have allowed county supervisors to fund emergency repairs up to $2,000 while repealing the low bid requirement.
The Area Ambulance service, owned by the city and run by Mercy Hospital under the Cedar Rapids Hospital council, ended its 1976-77 year in the black for the third time in six years, with collections of 228 005 exceeding costs by 11 106. The new system is praised for stability and competence, earning public confidence.
Washington officials note a shift in attitude toward Bert Lance amid renewed questions about his securities and loans. The Carter administration, already tackling energy and welfare issues, faces a test of political judgment as Georgia allies hint at a possible resignation if Lance’s problems persist.
ABC moves to soften the controversial Soap after memoed edits. Burt Campbell name change and non explicit handling of Corinne’s affair and pregnancy are among requested changes. ABC says revisions affect first two episodes and ongoing plot to appease standards. Public scrutiny surrounds season’s most publicized series.
Marion Independent parents and taxpayers petition to oust coach Panitini after a cane of letters and a 3 a.m. board hearing. A teacher campaigned for signatures from students to play for him, but few signed and attendance failed to cover referees costs.
A reader letters to the editor criticizing a coach, governance, and lack of evaluations while defending religious views. The missive argues teachers union influence, calls for replacement, notes anonymous anti religious pamphlets, and urges Christian outreach to youths.
Theodore M. Bernstein discusses Alfred E. Kahn's push for straightforward prose and examines usage concerns such as the word hopefully. The piece contrasts official diction with plain language and cites a Carter quote about hopefully in public speech.
The statement laments a loss of entrepreneurial drive and national vigor, warning that without a strong business spirit the country risks slipping from its leading global role. It calls for renewed focus on innovation, commerce, and economic competitiveness to restore prominence.
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