Letters to The Gazette on the power of prayer
Cherise Christiansen of Iowa City argues prayer remains vital and public discussion should continue. She cites Pew Internet Research data on daily prayer, online religious information, and examples of prayer aiding recovery, urging more articles and referencing Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.
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Mary Baker Eddy
Cherise Christiansen
Iowa City
Gazette items tie oil, faith, and national policy
Three Gazette pieces link the push for U S oil company gains from ousting Saddam Hussein with a view that Islamic nations see power as divine and thus reject individualism. Laura Browne notes the country and God differ, urging wider appeal beyond the Gazette.
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Silence as a counterpoint to public grief in wartime commemoration
The author questions the value of public displays of grief amid 9/11 memorials and wartime events. They argue for silent remembrance over loud media coverage and consider whether discreet actions, like a quiet airstrike or funeral, might have a stronger effect on audiences in Iraq.
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The Gazette Accepts Reader Letters for Opinion Page
Readers may submit letters up to 300 words. Include full name and hometown. Address The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406. daytime phone required. Contact options also listed by mail or email for editorial submission.
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Let freedom ring fly your flag in Cedar Rapids
Mark Hennessey urges Cedar Rapids readers to display the American flag to honor those who died or serve for freedom, stressing the link between freedom, capitalism, and national pride. He asks households and businesses to buy and proudly display flags immediately.
Noted fears and prejudices spark warnings against religious bias
A commentary urges readers to reject prejudice against Muslims after 9/11 and warns that associating terrorism with a whole religion is harmful. It calls for reason, equality before the law, and protection of free religious practice in America.
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Harkin's Record Praised For Iowa School Funding
Cedar Rapids reader touts Sen Tom Harkin for securing leveraged state and federal funds for Iowa schools. He notes Cedar Rapids Washington High School will gain new science labs and classrooms as part of the education support. Stuart Kuperstock Cedar Rapids.
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Spillville Iowa town identity clarified in reader note
A reader asks where Spillville in Winneshiek County lies between Protivin and Calmar. The clipping describes veterans bricks in Cedar Rapids basement and a plan to place them at the Veterans Memorial Park, noting Bricks honor living and deceased veterans.
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Calmar
John Doe
Cedar Rapids
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Iowa recreation trails draw mixed views and costs
Readers debate the Clermont bike trail and adjacent routes in Iowa and Minnesota. Arguments weigh economic impact, per mile costs, liability, insurance, and regional trail benefits versus local opposition and funding needs.
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Rochester
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Elgin
Mint weighing coin design change amid collector complaints
Rita Huber of Cedar Rapids argues against the U S Mint pursuing new designs for all coins except the quarter citing cost and inconvenience. She suggests collectors turn to salt shakers for more variety.
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Cedar Rapids
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