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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1979
Page
8
The Kennedys’ stance toward a 1980 presidential run grows firmer despite mixed reactions. Chappaquiddick weighs on the debate as Democrats square off within their ranks while Republicans watch closely. Kennedy says decisions hinge on the economy but rivals may accelerate opposition to spark a new political firestorm.
The piece surveys early campaign mood as Kennedy Carter Reagan Ford and others plot moves. It notes Dudley W Dudley as a New Hampshire write in and muses on write in prospects and interpersonal power plays shaping 1980 primaries. It cites Kissinger Sinatra and Giancana ties in fundraising flavor.
Iowa readers weigh in on potential increases to fishing and hunting licenses plus a proposed park-use fee. The letter notes resident fishing at 6 dollars and hunting at 6 plus habitat fees, compares with Minnesota and Wisconsin, and argues for inflation-based adjustments rather than further rises. It urges park access remain free and questions reliance on license revenue for conservation.
A humorous column argues that early wonders and monuments served as parking ramps from the pyramids to the Colosseum. It riffs on kings, architects, and ancient economies, tracing a comical line from parking coupons to modern ramps.
An editorial examines how productivity defined as output per hour factors into economic health. It notes a long decline since 1966, with 0.4 percent growth in 1978 and a 2.8 percent drop in Q1 and 3.8 percent in Q2. It cites labor force composition, pollution costs, service-dominated economy, and labor attitudes as influences.
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