16 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Burlington Herald
Location
Burlington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1950
Page
1
The Herald notes a shift from single candidate to a mayoral contest as Harry Zurmuehlen announces his bid. Voters now have a choice between the present mayor and Zurmuehlen, with editors expressing cautious preference without guaranteeing outcome.
Town talk notes a Mardi Gras event sponsored by Christ Episcopal Church at the Hotel Burlington from 9 PM to 1 AM with music and entertainment. price $8.60 for two. The column also comments on local sports and town happenings, including Iowa’s wins, fashion notes, and a political endorsement favoring Harry Zurmuehlen for mayor, urging voters to decide for themselves.
A summary notes a Tribune clipping listing editorials such as Lincoln the Nationalist and The Spies' Best Friend. It cites an AP report in the Register about hidden taxes on a family earning 960 a year and questions whether the man is alive. It mentions President and Mr Ache son opposing Russian control of atomic energy and hints the discussion may end abruptly.
The Burlington Municipal Band under Maurice E. Wright faces financial questions as its finances become a political issue. Wright, director since 1946, has a long educational directing background and a Master of Music from Northwestern. The band, averaging 190 to 210 dollars per year for members, performs at 26 Grape Park concerts and 16 special events, with a bandstand built in 1890 needing modernization to improve acoustics and crowd comfort.
Frank Fager ex ecutive secretary of the Mayor's Council on Human Relations explains Minneapolis self survey to Burlington group. He cites eight study fields and strong public cooperation while noting progress in employment housing education and health and hospitals.
A witty catalog of varied and whimsical organizations across America. It lists groups from the National Institute of Diaper Services to the American Goat Society and the Simpler Spelling Association, noting diverse memberships and quirky names.
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