Community protests Rockford Road work release site plans
Readers react to a proposed Rockford Road and 16th Avenue work release center. Critics warn the location is too close to Kingston Stadium, churches, and schools and call for a wiser site. The rezoning meeting is slated for Sept. 6 at City Hall.
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Rockford Road
16Th Avenue
Kingston Stadium
City Hall
Gerald L. Leavy
Newport Dr
PAC Dollars Rule Nagle Campaign in Washington
A political pamphlet criticizes David Nagle for heavy PAC reliance since 1986. It argues two thirds of his contributions come from special-interest groups and labor, farm, space, and military suppliers. The piece urges restraint and a pledge to curb PAC donations to restore independent representation.
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Washington, D.C
Political Action Committee
David Nagle
Nagle
Congress
Press Critique Targets Quayle Coverage In Media Debate
A reader from Center Point criticizes press over Quayle coverage and calls for responsibility and focus on issues. The letter questions military record reporting and suggests loyalty to public intelligence, urging restrained commentary on Bush’s running mate and a reaffirmation of patriotic values.
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Dan Quayle
Scott Piper
Bush
Quayle
Sen. Bentson
National Guard
Iowa
What the hay editorial ignored in Iowa farmers crisis
The Aug 26 editorial on hay relief drew criticism for insensitivity to southern Iowa drought victims. It mischaracterized volunteers heading to Idaho for donated hay, noting the Friday decision and Monday departure limited commitments. The piece overlooks farmer cooperation and support from Greyhound Lines, Burlington Northern Railroad, and local businesses funding the trip.
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Iowa
Idaho
Greyhound Lines
Burlington Northern Railroad
Susan McDermott for Cedar Rapids School Board
Qualified Susan McDermott has represented the Cedar Rapids community on the school board. She has listened to parents, talked with teachers, and visited schools across all four quadrants. On Sept 13 vote for strength experience and fair mindedness. Lorrayn Kaeberle 1605 Ninth Ave SW.
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Susan McDermott
Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Babe Ruth Wins State Tournament in Bloomfield
Steve Orendorff credits Guaranty Bank Roger Hanson Sandy Hanson Chuck DeShaw Brenda DeShaw Dennis Black and Carol Black for donations aiding the Midwest Regional Babe Ruth tournament in Booneville Missouri. Though the region was lost, thanks are extended for support from C R Metro Babe Ruth players and supporters.
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Cedar Rapids Metro
Bloomfield
Booneville
Guaranty Bank
Roger
Sandy Hanson
Chuck
Brenda DeShaw
Dennis
Carol Black
CPR training gift from Rockwell Health Service staff
Sincerest appreciation from Liz Welter and family for Charlotte DeSo tel Carol Stalzer and Rockwell Health Service volunteers who trained more than 200 employees and their families in CPR. Rockwell employees say they have an obligation to community well being and the gift of life. 1630 Seminole Ave NW.
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Charlotte DeSotel
Carol Stalzer
Rockwell Health Service
Rockwell
Liz Welter
Seminole Ave
Sweet Corn Festival Thanks from Pineview II Residents
Pineview II residents express gratitude to St. Jude's parish and festival organizers for an inviting Sweet Corn Festival. Youth group greeted guests, helpers seated them, meals served with smiles, and bingo proceeds funded by Allies. Event praised as well organized.
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Pineview II
St. Jude’s Parish
Thanking Marion Helpers and Coaches For Kind Deeds
A local letter expresses gratitude to volunteer coaches who trained youths including granddaughter Lesley Burroughs in softball and to residents who helped others enter traffic on Seventh Avenue during Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue bridge work. Pat Dennison, 1015 Raney St., Hiawatha.
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Lesley Burroughs
Seventh Avenue
Marion
Eighth Avenue
Pat Dennison
Raney St
Hiawa
Temptation Protesters Clash With The Movie Fervor
A broad critique of fundamentalist protests against a film adaptation of a controversial book. The piece argues the uproar misreads theology, labels the campaign hypocritical, and highlights the public spectacle over alleged blasphemy. It notes Christian doctrine on temptation and laments the focus on sexuality rather than faith.
Outrage and mockery meet religious debates over The Last Temptation
Outlooks of Iowa City, a free lance writer and mother of six, critiques televangelists like Jerry Falwell and Jim Bakker while defending First Amendment rights as Kazantzakis and Scorsese face backlash. The piece laments avarice in preaching, calls for humility, and mocks the film’s potential impact on Christian believers.
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Iowa City
Kazantzakis
Scorsese
Jerry Falwell
Oliver North
Jesus
Jim
Tammy Bakker
Godard
Nude versus naked in word choice prompts stylistic note
Ken Sullivan cites Why nude sounds nicer than naked and explains noun use. The discussion surveys nude as esthetic in art and naked as body only, noting naked and nude carry different connotations. The piece analyzes a food page line about cherries and deca dence, calling it hyperbole and debating intended meaning.
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Ken Sullivan
Ken
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