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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1966
Page
4
Iowa Democrats may rethink endorsements after Minnesota experience. The piece argues endorsements bred bitterness in DFL and notes some Republicans faced weakly known contenders who might have benefited from primaries. It cites Lt. Gov. A. M. Keith and Gov. Rolvaag as Minnesota examples and suggests Iowa consider primaries for unity and stronger nominees.
The piece argues taxes will shape the Minnesota gubernatorial race with Harold LeVander favoring exploring all revenue avenues and considering a non regressive general sales tax if needed. It criticizes vague positions from other candidates and calls for clear tax reform proposals to address rising education costs, high property and income taxes, and scant tourist revenue.
National focus on adding safety features to new cars overlooks post purchase maintenance. The Austin-Mower Safety Council and local groups offered free safety checks, revealing defects and repairs. Regular periodic checks may become common, though costly, as enthusiasm grows for safer vehicles.
The Rochester Post Bulletin argues for resolving a parking dispute to allow the 16 story South Broadway hotel plan to proceed. The editorial says the project would revitalize blighted downtown, create jobs and tax revenue, and defend against a loss of downtown momentum. It commends Mayor Smekta’s mediation and warns the city could gain “black eyes” if the dispute stalls the project.
THIRTY YEARS AGO Prof and Mrs C R Boostrom were honored guests at the SMNC and USM alumni reunion at Todd Park. Attendees ranged from York Nebraska to Scranton Pennsylvania. Tom Revard reports first ripe tomato of the season. A horse hoof found four feet down from a long-since worked street sewer is described as more stone than hoof. James E Candelet becomes area rent director Austin area. landlords must register July 8 and 9. Strawberries fetch record high 80 cents per quart due to freeze and blossom timing. The canning center at Austin High School reopens next week. Ten years ago polio cases remained steady. vaccines praised but trend unclear. Editorial notes perplexing Minnesota GOP nomination and high campaign spending with limited audience impact.
June 29 1966 notes anniversaries and events: 1939 first U S Europe flight. 1613 Globe Theatre fire. 1778 Molly Pitcher promoted. 1911 first Russian battleship. 1941 Paderewski death. 1946 Trieste riots. 1956 Poznan revolt. 1961 three satellites with nuclear power. 1965 India Pakistan cease-fire. plus a courthouse letter urging preservation and signature Angela Blowers.
The article outlines paths to officer commissions through academies ROTC OCS and direct commissions, plus enlisted routes and programs like standard and variable reenlistment bonuses. It details age brackets for service academies ROTC, educational opportunities, and tuition assistance across Army Navy Air Force and Coast Guard.
Washington column by Victor Riesel outlines Hoffa’s push at the Miami Beach convention to rewrite the teamsters constitution. He seeks authority to approve or veto local strikes and align contracts nationwide to enable a potential general strike. The piece notes Hoffa’s growing funds and influence to push coordinated labor actions across industries.
A Red Cross Bloodmobile drive at Congregational Church runs daily 1 to 7 pm this week with Friday hours 10 am to 2 pm. Healthy individuals can donate every two months, helping the ill and injured when emergencies strike. Also notes Eisenhower anniversary drive for a new college in Seneca Falls, NY.
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