Voter letters favor Cedar Rapids school board candidates
Residents urge support for Jane Pike and Susan McDermott in Cedar Rapids district elections on September 13, citing Pike’s listening, grassroots input, and drought budget challenges and McDermott’s leadership, preparation, and commitment to all students and disadvantaged. A merger debate between Marion Independent and Linn-Mar is also discussed.
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Jane Pike
Jean C. Shipley
Northgate Dr
Susan McDermott
Cedar Rapids
Susan
Cheryle W. Mitralsky
Park Terr
Iowa State University
Jane
Gerry Loupee
Ave. NE
Board of Education
Gazette
Linn- Mar
Dassow
Marion Independent
Why some want Kaul’s column banned and silenced
A Sept 5 letter criticizes Kaul as an East Coast elitist and calls for ending his column. The writer defends Kaul, praising honesty, insight, wit, humor, and entertainment, and expresses hope the column remains in the paper.
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Mr. Kaul
Kaul
Tribute to a fallen Marine friend in Vietnam
The author recalls Terry Wiles, a Marine Corps infantry platoon mate from Indiana, described as a rare, uplifting presence. Terry, unlike Dan Quayle and his own more modest background, dreamed of the future but was killed in action on June 10, 1966 near Da Nang, in the Republic of Vietnam.
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George Bush
Don Quayle
Indiana
Terry Wiles
Marine Corps
Vietnam
Terry
Dan Quayle
da Nang
Republic of Vietnam
Community praise for Johnson County Sheriff's Department
A Solon resident commends the Johnson County Sheriff's Department for compassionate service. She recalls officers aiding after a sprain, a flat tire, and a two hour search for her son, noting prompt responses and safety during her family's transition to the area.
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Linn County
Johnson County
Tearing Down Platform Sparks Questions Over Salvage
Post convention incident prompts debate on salvaging lumber from a podium built with hammer and nails. The backhoe method drew questions about reuse potential and waste, as the author recalls dismantling three older buildings to save lumber for reuse.
Defy Gravity Summer Project 88 Retreat At Camp to-Dis-E-Ca
Julie Burian reports on Summer Project 88 Defy Gravity Let Go and Let God a three day Christian retreat at Camp to-Dis-E-Ca August 12 13 and 14 The initiative supported by Youth for Christ Hawkeye Area Chapters BASH group and Camp leaders Paul and Kristy Goulky aims to aid youth recovering from drug and alcohol life events and plans Summer Project 89 When Miracles Happen with continued programs and an active organizing committee.
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Camp to-Dis- E-Ca
Paul
Kristy Goulky
Camp To-Dis-E-Ca
Iowa
Hawkeye Area
Youth For Christ
Bridge construction on West Eighth Avenue prompts traffic delays
Months of road work in Marion closed West Eighth Avenue for a new Indian Creek bridge. Traffic rerouted onto Blairs Ferry Road caused inconvenience, but several considerate drivers permitted access to the Kane residence at 910 Blairs Ferry Rd.
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West Eighth Avenue
Marion
Indian Creek
Blairs Ferry Road
Pat and
Rosella Kane
Blairs Ferry Rd
Dawn radio fans share early morning tunes
In Aug 29 at about 4 45 Louis Armstrong sang Sunny Side of the Street and Sept 1 around 5 50 Mozart Piano Concerto No 23 was heard. The writer invites other dawn listeners to contact sharing their listening experiences near 52352.
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Louis Armstrong
Remembering a Season of Local Runners and Races
The Gazette notes 1988 running season highlights including the Fifth Season 8K Marion YMCA run and Sutliff Bridge 5K. Runners, organizers, water-stop crews, timers, and spectators are thanked for support and camaraderie amid age-group progress and shared routes.
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Marion
Right Writing and Word Choice in Four Examples
Four writers illustrate correct word use and common errors. A book reviewer notes wile versus while in a travel quip. A columnist misuses flout versus flaunt about a lobbying ban. A headline uses fraught with danger while suggesting happy connotations. A menu writer should have used amandine for almond garnish.
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Soviet Union
Wile
Nofziger
Dr. King
Gloria Kottick Free-lance Writer Based in Iowa City
Gloria Kottick is a free-lance writer residing in Iowa City. The profile notes her byline work and location, highlighting her independent writing career.
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Iowa City
Odd couples find harmony in office life and friendship
A secretary recounts seven years with Merry in a small office showing that tolerance respect humor and shared goals can bridge deep political and personal differences. Their bond over varied views diet and weight loss created a positive climate and mutual growth.
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Linn-Mar
Mr. Dassow
Les
Julie Burian
Defy Gravity
Ely
Public Radio
Towa
Carl Kane
Vika
Gloria Kottick
Michael Dukakis
Lloyd Bentsen
Merry
New York City
Ronald Reagan
Walter Mondale
Dukakis
Bentsen
Mary
Bush
Quayle
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