Law on Sex Psychopaths Faces Funding Criticism
The new law for indefinite commitment of sex psychopaths to state mental health institutes provokes debate. Critics say facilities and trained staff are lacking, while supporters argue the measure is a step forward. The piece urges round table talks and emphasizes that funding and research are still required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OWA
William Crissman
Cedar Rapids
Linn County
Crissman
Rep. van Zwol
Mr.Crissman
Rep
van Zwel
Mr. Crissman
Rep. van Zwel
Des Moines Helps Pave Statehouse Streets
Des Moines agrees to share costs with the state on paving the busiest statehouse streets. The front at the statehouse is criticized for neglect, including run down parking lots sidewalks and a neglected lawn. The city cooperation may spur further action by legislators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OF Iowa
Des Moines
Statehouse
Lawn stripes teach a stubborn mower a lasting lesson
Frustrated by lawn trimming, Frederic Othman recounts a neighborly misadventure with pink powder fertilizer that striped his yard yellow then green after rain. He notes rival chemicals that stunt growth and jokes about a supersonic generator to cut grass with sound, while his wife defends the vivid stripes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mclean
Mrs. O
White House
Navy
Sea Scout meeting and college band plans noted
This Day recalls a 10 year old subregional Sea Scout meeting in Davenport where Mississippi river cruise plans were discussed. Norma Jean Oliphant of Center Point assisted with Coe college women's band preparing the Masaryk Memorial concert in the Memorial Coliseum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Smith
Waubeek Council
Davenport
Norma Jean Oliphant
Center Point
Coe College
Masaryk
Memorial Coliseum
Elaine Curtis
Roosevelt High School
Michael J. Dowling
Iowa
Unbounded trust behind Ike’s wartime popularity
Washington column analyzes President Eisenhower’s enduring support, rooted in the belief he will avoid war unless directly attacked. It notes strong peace sentiment, the fear of economic disruption from conflict, and the balanced position against both aggressive intervention and excessive pacifism, shaping postwar voting dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Eisenhower
America
Mr. Eisenhower
United States
Wilson
Berlin
Senator Knowland
Sunday shopping worries readers urge Sabbath respect
The People's Forum praises Mrs Brookner for criticizing Sunday shopping near churches and schools. The letter urges no penalties for dog owners, proposing a law to penalize owners after dogs cause damage rather than before, citing Krouth at 1528 A Avenue NE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krouth
Avenue NE
Dulles harassed by two main clients in policy fights
Washington state secretary of state John Foster Dulles serves two primary clients in foreign policy President Eisenhower and congressional leaders from both parties. He faces conflicts between pleas to please Knowland and pressures from the White House amid personnel disputes and security concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
John Foster Dulles
Eisenhower
Congress
Dulles
Senate
Sen
William Knowland
California
United States
Quemoy
Matsu
Edward Corsig
Yalta
Congressional
W. Scott McLeod
Styles Bridges
New Hampshire
Department
McLeod
State Department
Air Force
Harold Talbott
Trevor Gardner
Gardner
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Atomic Energy Commission
Oppenheimer
Knowland
California Institute of Technology
Germany
France
Corsi
Formosa Strait
Robert B. Carney
White House
James C. Hagerty
Butler blocks motion to seat former chairmen on DNC
Washington report notes Democratic National Committee chair Paul Butler clashed at a closed session when Wyoming Democrat Tracy McCracken proposed making all former chairmen members without voting rights. Butler opposed, citing personal affront and planned advisory committee, as Edwards ruled to table the motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Paul Butler
Democratic National Committee
Tracy McCracken
Wyoming
McCracken
Dave Lawrence
Pittsburgh
Jim Farley
Howard MccGrath
Frank McKinney
Bill Boyle
Homer Cummings
Steve Mitchell
Phil Perlman
Maryland
Butler
Indianapolis
South Bend
Ind
McKinney
Harry Truman
Edwards
Mayor to Push Dog Tethering Ordinance in City
Plan to tie dogs from April 1 to October 1 aims to curb annual complaints of loose dogs damaging gardens. Milo Sedlacek, mayor, will introduce the ordinance to address recurring issues cited by residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milo Sedlacek
Yalta Landmark Debate Reignites Constitutional Tensions
The piece argues the Founding Fathers intended a broad governing base and restraint on executive power. It critiques executive treaty and war actions without Congress consent, cites Franklin D. Roosevelt’s role in Yalta as unlawful, and laments congressional grants of waivers and final say to the executive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Pennsylvania
Franklin Delano
Yalta
U.S
Franklin
Rayburn Threatens Poodles In Texas Campaign
Glamour figure Evie Robert of the Democratic party teases Speaker Sam Rayburn about visiting Texas to aid his re election. She mentions bringing Coco the platinum blonde poodle. Rayburn responds with mock horror, vowing murder if the dog goes to Texas, warning it would cost him reelection in his district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evie Robert
Democratic Party
Sam Rayburn
Texas
Coco
Mr. Sam
Thoughts on race mindset from college sprinters
A compilation of quotes from OU, Cornell, Knox, Coe, Wartburg and other college sprinters discussing focus, pacing, wind, and the mental tricks used to stay ahead or stay relaxed during short yard dash races. Each athlete cites personal tactics for foot placement, toe alignment, and avoiding distraction to maximize speed. The voices reveal a shared emphasis on balance between effort and mental quiet during sprints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Rose
Wartburg College
Waverly
Bose
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frederic C. Othman
Othman
A. L. Mar
Ray
Minneapolis
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Williamsburg
Ladies Aid Society
Prairie Chapel
Hazel Brenneman
Leo Novak
Washington High School
Parkersburg
W. Va
McMurray
Department of Agriculture
A. R. Menary
W. W. Newland
Edwardsen
Byrkalver
By David Lawrence
Ike
Lawrence
the People's Forum
Marquis Childs
Drew Pearson
Butler Stubs
Pearson
Margaret O’riordan
Massachusetts
India Edwards
BAER
Rayburn Vs
Don Voss
Carleton College
Northfield
Minn
Voss
Dick Paul
Mr. Vernon
Cornell College
Paul the Wind
Pat Lynch
W. Brooks Street
Gayesburg
Knox College
Lynch
Coe Relays
Wayne Phillips
Greenhall
Phillips
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!