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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1969
Page
4
Austin's Park and Recreation Board weighs naming 11 parks and playgrounds lacking official titles. They debate naming patterns, whether to honor local leaders or national figures, and if a public contest is appropriate. Citizens may send ideas to Jim Haben or board members.
Ardell Nemitz, 60, dies removing a void in the community where he gave maximum civic service. He served Local 9 UPWA AFL-CIO on the executive board and in leadership posts while acting on the school board, county DFL, VFW commander duties, housing authority, United Fund, and many committees. His robust involvement connected union representation to numerous civic functions. His dedication and judgment will be hard to replace.
Voices question the value of Swahili and soul culture in black studies as campus turmoil grows. A United Press International survey finds highly qualified black graduates in demand across business and industry with rising starting salaries often above white peers. Yet many suitable jobs stay unfilled, showing that real opportunity hinges on essential skills over ideology.
A youthful writer James Kunen at twenty reflects on generation gaps and the limits of cause driven writing. He argues that good writing blends content with coherence, style, and depth rather than mere indignation. The piece cites a Chicago Daily News quote on rhetoric versus message.
A historical notice recalls a band concert where uniformed police would eject disruptive youths to protect listener calm. It notes public support for police action and mentions a three day June 24 open house for Enstad Nash Inc in Sterling and church plans on Oakland St Paul. Ten years back, officials rejected selling part of Courthouse Square while Austin Development Corp pursued front-half sale.
Readers submit questions about address changes benefits eligibility and earnings impact on checks. The Austin District Office offers guidance at 404 Second St NW with hours 8 45 a m to 4 45 p m weekdays and prompts to file early for address changes and to file applications for dependents and retirement. Retroactive benefits may be due for children when eligible. questions can be sent to Stanley Sprecher via the paper.
Governor Luis A. Ferré outlines Puerto Rico's political maturity and migration shifts as 1968-69 policies aim to lift unemployment, spur industry, tourism, and agriculture. He emphasizes statehood as a goal, investment growth, and a tougher stance on mainland ties, crime, and sabotage while seeking broad prosperity.
Observance notes mark key events including Daniel Boone's Kentucky exploration in 1769, Midway victory in 1942, and treaties in 1962 1964. It also recalls Norway resistance ending in 1940 Israel Egypt Gulf blockade 1967 and Kennedy assasination era references. The piece links remarks by F R Kappel on Post Office modernization.
A year end list highlights top fiction and nonfiction titles. Notable entries include Portnoy's Complaint by Roth The Godfather by Puzo The Love Machine by Susann Slaughterhouse-Five by Vonnegut and The Salzburg Connection by MacInnes Nonfiction picks feature Jennie by Martin The 900 Days by Salisbury Earnest Hemingway by Baker The Money Game by Smith and Miss Craigs 21 Day Shape Up Program by Craig.
Paris reports indicate Thieu flexible toward reshaping South Vietnam to include leftist figures and possibly a coalition with the Communists. Moscow signals relief over a Paris breakthrough as pressures, disengagement and cease-fire talks mount amid U.S. Senate skepticism and peacenik sentiment.
In San Juan the Puerto Rican independence movement shows weak public support. Governor Luis Ferre believes statehood sentiment now tops 60 percent, aided by economic growth and political shifts. Ferre, leading the New Progressive party, aims to push for statehood while addressing internal issues to gain broader backing.
Editor notes brief letters up to 250 words on school athletics and concerns over classroom discipline. Mrs M Leeding of 118 Graham St thanks coaches for positive impact on her four boys while questioning school board spending. Mrs Donald E Wolfe of 301 15th Ave SW Austin laments harsh methods in kindergarten and praises the principal and other teachers.
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