Not too late to salute Roger Maris in Hall of Fame talk
The letter discusses Baseball Writers Association voters overlooking Roger Maris for Cooperstown despite his 1961 61 homer season. It contrasts his peak with others, notes the 162 game era, and recalls Hank Aaron’s 755. Also includes reader notes on peaches, T shirts, cartoons, and Souvenir shops, then credits Gus Schrader.
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Cedar Rapids
Maumee
Ohio
Mark Yother
Fran Liebowitz
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Correction: Bond Set in Muzingo Initial Appearance
Magistrate Pam Lewis set bond in the Glen Muzingo initial appearance on Monday, not Associate District Court Judge Sylvia Lewis. The Gazette notes it will address complaints about accuracy and publish corrections if needed.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette Subscription Rates and Mailing Terms
The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists subscription prices by route and mail. Rates include $3.70 per week for motor delivery, $14.20 for 4 weeks by mail, and $159.60 for 52 weeks, with restrictions on mail subs where carrier service exists. The notice notes AP exclusivity and mail address details for the Cedar Rapids Gazette.
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Sidewalk Improvement Delays Narrow First Avenue Lanes
Westbound traffic on First Avenue East remains reduced to one lane into November due to a sidewalk project. North side work from Third to Fifth Streets should finish by late October, with expansion to Second to Third Streets starting next week and wrapping by mid November. Work pauses for winter and resumes next spring to improve sidewalks from the river to Fifth Street East.
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and Nonsense at Old Creamery
Local theatre offerings list Two Old Creamery Theatre productions at Garrison Brenton and Main Stages both at 8 p.m. with tickets $11. Page notes varied entertainment across community venues including film, music, and regional meetings. The Iowa Supreme Court set to release several recent decisions today.
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Tonight’s TV Lineup: Debuts on NBC CBS and ABC
NBC features Doctor, Doctor and Unsolved Mysteries season premieres including a Pennsylvan ia UFO crash and arson search. ABC airs The Wonder Years Arnold family picnic. CBS presents Hunter season premiere and Geraldo at 9 with retiree talk. NBC also hosts Unsolved Mysteries and Tonight's schedule notes.
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Appeals court upholds right to challenge logging plans
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals struck down a 1989 law provision that barred courts from judging whether logging plans met environmental rules. The decision blocks a Bush administration extension and pressures a permanent fix to protect the northern spotted owl and 28,000 timber jobs. Environmentalists warn timber sales could resume and layoffs loom if no solution is found by month end.
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Health benefits of needle exchange cited in Washington program
Washington official testifies on the nations first needle exchange noting reduced unsafe practices and more addicts seeking treatment. Holly Hagan of Tacoma Pierce County Health Department says the program began January 1989 and has helped over 350 individuals enter treatment while not increasing illegal drug use.
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Evenflo recalls buckle on safety seats over latch risk
Evenflo announces recall of over 3 million child safety seats made between April 15 1985 and April 22 1990 due to buckling misperception. Consumers may obtain a free repair kit by phone or mail.
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