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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1978
Page
6
The article discusses rising football injuries across levels from high school to the NFL. It cites Sports Illustrated three part series by John Underwood urging stricter rules, equipment padding changes, and harsher penalties to curb intentional hits and reduce injuries.
A Harris Survey finds Edward Kennedy ahead of Carter by about two to one for the Democratic nomination, with broad regional and demographic support. The poll shows Kennedy viewed as liberal by many, while Carter is seen as a middle-of-the-road figure.
The piece argues that a ban on automated pre recorded junk calls breaches free speech by equating impersonal ads with public discourse and ignores privacy. It contends speech rights allow business promotion but not uninvited intrusions into homes cars or yards and says such messages can be banned or controlled.
A reader argues that the Chappaquiddick drowning should be investigated alongside the Kennedy and King cases. The writer asserts the young woman’s death is as culpable as the other assassinations and demands accountability financed by taxpayers' money.
An Aug 30 Gazette feature argues lawyers should not advertise for a stated fee. It warns that ads may mislead clients to hire incompetent lawyers and that the association itself harbors incompetents. The piece asserts clients know costs only if they respond to ads.
The writer attacks media misrepresentation of minorities and disability, critiques lawyers’ billing practices and advertising, and urges fair coverage of epilepsy. He cites Proposition 13 style policy, a cousin’s vote in Indiana, and calls for accurate, compassionate journalism that reduces stigma against epilepsy.
A letter argues Cedar Rapids should follow Waterloo in dropping hotel and motel taxes. It condemns proposed convention center financing and urges statewide voter input. The writer questions raises for officials and school funding, urging taxpayer oversight and municipal restraint.
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak report Carter aims to imitate Eisenhower by vetoing a major public works bill, seeking to calm a wary Democratic coalition and shape his presidency around selective restraint. The piece contrasts Ike’s blunt use of vetoes with Carter’s liberal-leaning penchant for comprehensive reform.
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