Hogback Bridge Damaged as Historic Fires Continue
Iowa reports the Hogback Bridge sustained minor damage marking the third of the state’s historic covered bridges set on fire in a year. Cedar Rapids officials push for a city pet owner database to speed reunions. Bush vows to ask Congress for 87 billion dollars to fight terrorism in Afghanistan and Iraq. He says the United States will not be intimidated into retreat.
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Beetle memories shared by Eastern Iowa owners
Local feature invites readers to recall favorite memories of the Volkswagen Beetle. The piece highlights community nostalgia and personal stories from owners across the region.
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Rumsfeld in Afghanistan to discuss aid surge
Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld traveled to Afghanistan on Sunday to discuss a recent spike in terrorist activity and to deliver word of a substantial U.S. aid increase to President Hamid Karzai.
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Gazette of Cedar Rapids: publication and pricing details
The Gazette, Cedar Rapids Iowa, lists publication address at 500 Third Avenue SE and rates for subscriptions by carrier, motor route and mail for Morning Editions and Sunday editions, with regional pricing for other states and U.S. Territories. Contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries are provided.
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Gazette Online Directory and Recycling Promotion
The Gazette lists the complete company directory with area code 319 guidance and offers email access via GazetteOnline.com. It promotes agricultural awareness and notes printing with soybean ink and recycled newsprint, urging readers to recycle at City Carton and other locations.
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International Literacy Day prompts local action in America
The article discusses illiteracy as a major issue in the U S, citing the International Reading Association and U S Education Department figures. It urges readers to volunteer for literacy programs, tutor adults, and engage with Newspaper in Education to boost reading skills for children and adults alike. It notes The Gazette supports literacy and previews local Homeland Security coverage and election results.
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Math scores split educators on college readiness
ACT and SAT results show divergent trends with ACT reporting 26 percent ready for college science and 40 percent for math, while SAT math scores hit a 35 year high. Critics attribute gaps to marketing and differing test populations.
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