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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 2001
Page
2
Mike Deupree reflects on the 9 11 attacks, urging resilience over fear. He argues for stronger security and borders, but warns against sacrificing liberty and unity. He stresses not caving to terrorists and calls readers to uphold American values amid a transformed nation.
Iowa authorities opened a probe into isolated price gouging complaints after a spike in gasoline costs following terrorist attacks. Attorney General Tom Miller and the Department of Natural Resources sought action against retailers charging $3 to $5 per gallon while wholesale prices rose only 12 to 15 cents. Reports came from Tipton and Coggan. consumers were urged to collect receipts and photos.
Consumers can report price gouging to the Iowa Attorney General at 515 281 5918, though no emergency declaration allows a state price gouging law. Iowa’s price rage is pursued under the Consumer Fraud Act with possible civil penalties. Gas averages sit at 1.69 across the state with Iowa City stations around 1.67 to 1.72 per gallon as Hawkeye Stores report mid grade and unleaded stockouts after the Coralville Williams Gas Pipeline terminal closed briefly and reopened mid afternoon Wednesday.
The Gazette highlights commitment to the future by printing with soybean ink and using recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth Street SW or another local recycling location.
The Gazette and City Gazette publish at Cedar Rapids Iowa with periodical postage paid. Rates include $4.95 per week by carrier and $19.64 for 4 weeks by mail plus $256.95 for 52 weeks. Subscription service numbers and postal information provided.
Gas prices fell in many areas after fears of shortages faded following attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. U S Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said no supply disruptions justified prices rising to 5 a gallon or more. Environmental Protection Agency lifted summer clean air gasoline rules to avert a shortage.
The Gazette corrects an error from Wednesday's Neighbors stating Lise Schoenfeld began studying Shotokan karate at age seven. Readers may submit comments on accuracy and completeness and call 319 398 8313 or 800 397 8212 for corrections.
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