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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 2005
Page
2
Afghans queued to elect a new legislature as security worsened nationwide. Ali Safar, 62, voiced hopes for dignity, stability and peace after decades of war, in Kabul amid widespread voter turnout and cautious optimism.
Drew Tate threw two touchdown passes to Clinton Solomon while Albert Young ran for two more as Iowa, ranked 22nd, hammered past visiting opponent 45-21 at Kinnick Stadium. The win followed a tough defeat at Iowa State and signaled readiness for the Big Ten season with a stifling defense.
Grant Wood’s time at 5 Turner Alley transformed his painting and life. From 1924 to 1934 he taught and did odd jobs in Cedar Rapids, decorating interiors before moving to Iowa City to teach at the University of Iowa. The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art hosts Grant Wood at 5 Turner Alley exhibit through December 4.
In the Garden District and across the city, looting and flood damage hinder recovery as 82nd Airborne units pry open stores like Decor Splendide. Mayor Nagin targets a partial repopulation, but federal officials warn levee and water issues complicate plans for up to 180,000 returning residents. Wal Mart, looted electronics and goods, faces prolonged reopening. Algiers to reopen Monday as first neighborhood to welcome residents back.
The 1997 congressional directive to fund a New Orleans evacuation plan with $500,000 instead supported a Greater New Orleans Expressway Commission study of the Lake Pontchartrain causeway project through 2016. Officials say the FEMA money was not used for evacuation planning and the mandate remained unfulfilled.
The Gazette announces its establishment date, mailing address, and delivery options. Subscription rates are listed for carrier, motor route, and mail editions with weekly and yearly prices. Contact numbers for subscription and post office changes are provided.
The Cedar Rapids directory lists general news and contact numbers including circulation 398 8333 and city desk 339 3155. A tip line 398 8254 is noted along with a service line for readers 397 8212 and a directory phone for ads 397 8333.
The Gazette promotes sustainable farming and printing with soybean ink. It encourages readers to recycle by dropping newspapers at City Carton 901 Ingleside Drive SW or at nearby recycling locations.
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