Nostradamus and the Internet fueled wild post 9 11 theories
Critics mock speculative coincidences as superstition and superstition driven scrolls. The piece notes Nostradamus inspired cut and paste prophecies and claims of Satan’s visage in smoke replace reason with sensationalism. It highlights Pat Robertson and Jerry Falwell blaming liberals and calls out the danger of fanatical rhetoric.
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Former Cedar Rapids musician watches New York recovery
Former Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra trumpeter Jim Debth, now with Update This in Manhattan, describes life near the World Trade Center site after the 9 11 attacks. He recalls limited access to his Gateway Plaza apartment, guarded by National Guard escorts, and the cautious mood as utilities remained out and people reassessed safety and normalcy.
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Correction notice on photo captions in Iowa City Gazette
The Iowa City Gazette notes an error on page 4A where Rabbi Jeff Portman was pictured left and Rev Ed Fitzpatrick right in some editions. Readers alerted that corrections will run for inaccuracies, and they may call (319) 398 8313 or 1 800 397 8212 with comments on accuracy fairness or completeness.
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Gazette promotes agriculture with soybean ink and recycling drive
The Gazette supports future farming by using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to recycle while dropping newspapers at City Carton in Cedar Rapids or via local recycling locations. The paper, Gazette Communications Inc, publishes daily and Sunday editions from Cedar Rapids Iowa with subscription rates listed.
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Harkin pushes aid for airports and security measures
Senator Tom Harkin urged federal takeover of airport security at Eastern Iowa Airport arguing FAA mandates need funding. He proposed INS database integration with the FAA for immigration checks, photo ID at baggage checks, and another ID check at boarding to speed safety.
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Keeping the Home Fires Burning in wartime goods drive
Dec 7 31 period activated for providing goods and services to support the war effort. Local efforts focused on sustaining home front resource supplies and volunteer coordination during the designated period.
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