Wright's CIA role in Nicaragua disclosed by Wright
Editorial argues Wright did not reveal secret information as CIA support for contras has long been known. It contends Reagan aides overstated reaction while CIA activity aimed at pressuring Sandinistas, framing it as a debatable, openly executed policy.
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House
Jim Wright
CIA
Nicaragua
Wright
Reagan
U.S
Christopher Dodd
Latin America
International Court of Justice
David MacMichael
Iowa leaders dispute Inc ranking of 44th for jobs
Republican and Democratic leaders in Iowa dismiss Inc magazine’s 44th place for job creation and new business. They cite ongoing state investments in economic development since 1983 and note CIRAS finds two of three Iowa manufacturers plan expansions in three years, signaling confidence.
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Iowa
Inc
Terry Branstad
House
Bob Arnould
Davenport
Branstad Press
Dick Vohs
Billy Carter Remembered For Courage And Family
The piece reflects on Billy Carter who died of pancreatic cancer and his complex relationship with brother Jimmy Carter. It notes Billy sought to be remembered as a good father and husband while highlighting Jimmy's steadfast support through public embarrassments.
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Illy Carter
Jimmy
White House
Carter
Billy Carter
Jimmy Carter
Poll Critique Sees 37 Percent Undecided in Presidential Race
The piece argues many voters remain undecided or wary of both Bush and Dukakis, urging clearer plans and specifics. It cites polls, criticizes spin and Wake Forest remarks, and questions each candidate's ability to persuade the undecided before Election Day.
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Wake Forest
Times-Cbs
George Bush
Michael Dukakis
Lincoln
Douglas
Bush
Ronald Reagan
Quayle
Dukakis
Reagan
Europe
Moscow
Mr. Reagan
Panama
Letters to the Gazette on local porn laws and social harm
Dr Clinton E Berryhill argues that pornography fuels male irresponsibility and broken homes, urging Branstad to push local laws to remove porn from men's hands. He warns of AIDS spread from infected men and calls for policy action to curb high risk behavior. Williamsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Branstad
City seeks refund or credit over unexpected water windfall
In Cedar Rapids drought and heat drove lawn damage and high water use. Homeowners face a windfall from 82 percent sewer charges on all moisture, with bills rising about $40 per residence without corresponding sewer impact. A one time adjustment or credit is urged along with an accounting of the 1988 summer profit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Housing priorities mocked by progress on Oakland Road
A letter writer laments Hy-Vee development after seven homes on Oakland Road and Center Street NE were demolished for progress. The piece contrasts the loss with homelessness among children and questions tying delis and liquor sales to welfare. Neighbor C M Bascom signs with 1311 15th St SE.
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Evening News
Oakland Road
Center Street
Right Carl Kane Vacation Mail Notes World Plough Spelling Motive Folk
A column reports on vacation mail from Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and remarks on usage issues. It jokes about World Ag Expo naming and plough spellings, notes a telephone charge notice spelling error, and critiques word choice in notices and ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nova Scotia
Newfoundland
Donald Kaul
Iowa Hospice Group Clarifies Hospice Definition
The Iowa Hospice Organization states that AIDS patient facilities labeled hospices are not true hospices. A hospice is a comprehensive, home centered program delivering medical, emotional and spiritual care through a team of professionals and volunteers.
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Iowa Hospice Organization
Altthough
Iowa
Mental Health Treatment Gaps Highlighted by Baby Billy Case
Reader argues that inmates like Baby Billy, a 25 year old in Oakdale’s special needs unit with a lifelong history of abuse, should receive mental health treatment and be released from prison to ongoing care rather than kept for overcrowding. He cites Billy’s 1982 offenses and hospital history seeking Des Moines intervention via Prison Fellowship.
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Oakdale
Billy
Independence
Prison Fellowship
Des Moines
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