14 May 1970
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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1970
Page
1
A reprinted Tribune fact sheet explains a TV and radio alert method for tornado detection. Tune TV to Channel 13 to warm up then Channel 2. a steady bright screen signals danger and requires shelter. Augment with a battery radio on the leftmost dial for a steady staccato signal.
The article notes Earth Day and Clean Up Week activities in Buffalo Center with city crews aiding on disposal. It reports federal funds totaling 160000 dollars for ambulance purchases in Iowa counties, plus training programs and community participation. Population trends show NIAD nine-county area shrinking 7.44 percent from 1960 to 1970, with Winnebago and Wright counties presenting notable changes.
The Democratic state convention gathers 3000 delegates in Des Moines on May 16 to consider a 29 page platform that boldly covers national and international issues. The document departs from tradition by addressing broad topics and may prompt delegates to propose substitute planks from the floor.
Delegates will have a week to study a draft platform urging immediate withdrawal of U.S. troops from Cambodia and Vietnam and the creation of an international agency to maintain order during transition. The plank calls for economy-based Southeast Asia aid, criticizes Republican fiscal policy, and notes inflation and national division. Republicans plan party-to-people hearings and mail copies of their platform ahead of the July convention in Des Moines.
The piece argues that Abimelech spared Sarah after Abraham lied about her being his sister and notes God warned the king. It asserts Abraham, despite sin, had access to God and that salvation comes only through faith in Jesus Christ, citing John 14:6 and Acts 16:31. The tone presses evangelism and eternal salvation through belief in Christ.
A $160000 federal grant will aid Iowa counties and towns in buying modern ambulances with up to 50 percent or $6400 of purchase cost. State director Darrel Grice says funding is needed as many services are under equipped. Dr Ronald Eckoff will coordinate the program requiring 24 hour service and trained drivers. Drug abuse concerns rise as a grade school boy sells tranquilizers stolen from home. Governor Ray names Dr Phillip Levine as drug abuse consultant to streamline local efforts.
The governor announced a statewide conference on drug abuse for May 25-27 in Des Moines. It aims to reduce misinformation and coordinate grassroots action across districts with community programs and guidance for adults and youths seeking help.
Read about Miss JoAnn Ferne Hippen chosen to represent Buffalo Center at the annual Town Band Festival in Mason City. Also notes the Rushes returning to Buffalo Center and their residence on Main Street.
May 18 to May 22 lunch options include Gmawash lettuce salad peanut butter plain graham cracker dessert and milk. May 19 beefburgers fries pickles ketchup apple sauce milk. May 21 fried chicken mashed potatoes gravy cranberry relish green beans pear milk. May 22 grilled cheese carrots celery corn fruit milk. Jill Marie Hassebrook born May 2 1970 baptized May 3 1970 at Buffalo Center Hospital with sponsors Merle Scherb and Philip Scherb. Pastor Ralph 8 Forde of Trinity Lutheran Kiesler officiated.
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