Free Press Path in Nicaragua Under New Peace Accord
Editorial argues the Nov 7 deadline for media freedom in Central America opens a chance to push democracy in Nicaragua. It urges U.S. pressure for independent licenses for TV and radio, linking press rights to political debate and potential shifts in contra aid and regional support.
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Nicaragua
Fabio Gadea Mantilla
Alfonso Robelo
Gadea
Daniel Ortega
U.S
Central America
Congress
Reagan
Potato prank ends catcher career in Williamsport game
The Williamsport catcher Dave Bresnahan hid a potato in his glove and pegged it toward left field during a rundown, costing a runner a run and leading to Bresnahan being fired by the Cleveland Indians. The incident, described as tampering with the game's integrity, left Bresnahan with a .149 batting average and a one way trip to Palookaville, a punishment harsher than many similar stunts receive today.
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Williamsport
Dave Bresnahan
Bresnahan
Cleveland Indians
Cleveland
Phoenix
Ariz
Thurber
Lardner
Runyon
Roger Bresnahan
Giants
Cubs
Palookaville
Bill Veeck
P.R
32Nd Street
Barbara J. Valley 407
30Th St. NW
Judge Bork Exalts and Analyzes Supreme Court Fit
A vivid, opinionated piece praising Judge Bork for his brilliance and qualifications while debating political influences on court appointments. It defends his moderation, mocks liberal media, and interlaces martini imagery with constitutional ideals and historical references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bork
Supreme Court
Letters and Music at the Paramount Theatre
A Cedar Rapids reader defends press integrity while critiquing city officials as nepotism and ethics concerns arise. The piece promotes the Paramount Theatre organ concert on Sept 12 with George Baldwin, Cedar Rhapsody, and four local quartets leading to a afterward gathering at Coe Student Union.
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Paramount Theatre
Wurlitzer
Paramount
George Baldwin
Sweet Adelines
Cedar Rhapsody
Gentle Touch
Harmony Hawks
Queens of Harmony
Chicago
Sally Eggleston
Washington
D.C
London
St. Louis
Phoenix
Detroit
Cedar Rapids
Houston
Coe Student Union
Pam Breithaupt
Franklin Ave
MorAmerica Morris Plan Chapter 11 two year fallout
Suzanne Smith explains that two years after MorAmerica Morris Plan filed for Chapter 11, depositors receive no recovery while directors, management, and staff have been paid. An agreement with MorAmerica allowed a director to be compensated and to turn over properties to MorAmerica. Depositors heard in 1986 that reorganization or liquidation were options, with liquidation possibly taking two more years.
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MorAmerica/ Morris Plan
MorAmerica
MA/MP
Harry Dixon
Suzanne Smith
27Th St. NE
Labor dispute sparks renewed talks at Pettibone and Universal
A letter to the editor condemns mismanagement at Pettibone and Universal Engineering, urging leaders to admit fault and reopen dialogue with workers. The piece claims wage cuts and holiday losses fueled the strike, warns that deskbound approaches harm production, and calls for a meeting with all employees to resolve issues. It also highlights Pineview Care Center experiences and community activities, praising administrator Kathie Allie for generosity and spiritual guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettibone
Universal
People's Gal
Universal Engineering
Pet
Free book offer on 401st Bomb Group for readers
Community note thanking readers for Aug 10 inquiry about the 401st Bomb Group and offering an extra copy for loan at no charge. Readers may borrow it to learn more about the unit.
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401St
Back-page drug humor sparks parent educator alarm
Letter writers Nancy Reagan jokes in a Wavelength workshop prompt concern. They urge a unified front against drugs, arguing adults laughing at drug humor undermines anti drug campaigns and risks shaping kids to normalize substance use. Names attached include Nary Low McFadden and Judy Barnett.
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Nancy Reagan
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