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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1990
Page
4
The county begins issuing cash payments to food stamp recipients to cut administrative costs and remove stigma. The move could save up to 600 thousand dollars annually while ending the food stamp issuance center and armored transport needs. Critics worry about abuse and lack of spending controls.
The piece urges universal celebration of Labor Day and honors American workers while noting global labor and economic concerns. It reflects on Iraq Kuwait, refugees, Egypt’s unemployment, and German unification, urging continued investment and effort to advance the nation.
Holocaust survivor Si Frumkin argues that a Nazi victory would erase Jews blacks and many others from the map and reshape America and the world. He imagines a segregated Nazi USA with Aryan status for some native groups, censorship, and propaganda praising Hitler as history’s greatest leader.
Marion Independent School District voters face two key issues on September 11. Three board seats are open with five candidates, and the Instructional Support Program seeks approval to raise operating funds by up to 10 percent for a decade. The plan promises state matching funds and program stability but risks eliminating summer school staff training and some computer education if rejected. A candidate night and ISD program briefing are set for September 6 at Marion High School. Harold Hulleman, superintendent.
A reader denounces US dependence on foreign oil and the Gulf War rationale. They question troop deployments to Saudi Arabia, critique the handling of Saddam Hussein and Tiananmen, and urge investment in alternatives like solar wind water and grain rather than nuclear energy.
A new name enters the Linn County supervisor race with Matt Becker on the ticket. The message highlights his positive attitude and eagerness to serve the county and residents.
A reader from Cedar Rapids comments on Hillcrest coverage and the Iowa City Neighbors edition addressing schizophrenia. The letter emphasizes the condition is not split personality, is treatable, and should not carry stigma. The writer, a psychiatric/mental health nurse, notes professional credentials.
A reader recalls backing Cedar Lake recreation plans since 1980 and urges moving the annual Fourth of July fireworks to the lake's western end for a larger view. The writer notes current fishing is poor and proposes using Cedar Rapids trolley cars to shuttle spectators, with St. Luke's Hospital nearby.
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