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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1994
Page
4
The Iowa DHS explores jailing parents who refuse to work to pay child support, a move the Gazette says echoes old debtors prisons. It would allegedly boost collections by about half a million dollars yearly but raises concerns about practicality and taxpayer burden. The piece argues for better alternatives and questions whether jail can coexist with employment.
A columnist cites Pogo and a Center for Marine Conservation report showing over 500000 trash items collected on beaches, including 55000 bags and 300000 glass shards. Roger McManus says pollution comes from people, urging individual action to protect oceans. Dee Dee Myers notes Clinton is 19 months into a 48 month term.
A San Francisco preview of the 1995 White House Conference on Small Business explores heightened advocacy, potential tax and regulation reforms, and the role of the SBA under Erskine Bowles. Debates center on whether small firms deserve broader breaks and influence than larger companies.
The writer argues that women count in abortion decisions and condemns calls to punish abortion providers. The letter defends Pamela Colson's choice, notes that more deaths occur from childbirth than abortion in some statistics, and criticizes violence against doctors. Cedar Rapids reader Shawn Robinson adds a skeptical closing remark.
The writer argues that burning abandoned vessels after rescues prevents delays to rescuers and reduces costs. He says towing would slow cutters, risk lives, and raise expenses, while burning offers a safer, practical disposal, despite potential navigation hazards.
Debra Franzen of Rural Citizens Against Zoning accuses the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors of serving personal motives rather than the people. She argues officials have not disclosed zoning costs and have revealed an intent to pursue their own wishes, signaling a government takeover.
A historical note describes the Junior Chamber forming and members Boyd and another narrator seeking the best city government form. They conclude form matters less than functional results, aiming for a commission form to be made to work better by the present council.
Cedar Rapids reader Sylvester J Hinz cites his concern over a monthly automatic withdrawal policy at St Matthew's causing three pupils to leave. He notes competing Catholic schools accept cash or checks and questions where faith values fit with profit focus and asks what changes may come next.
Iowa City considers taking over SEATS operations and aims to preserve the same drivers. The writer praises the drivers for their kindness and notes their sister Genevieve Burns, who can no longer get around, is personally inquired about by name.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns but notes not all can be printed. Writers must include full name signature full street address and daytime phone number though addresses are not published. E mail and phone contact options are provided for submission.
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