Major Role Slated For Hughes Hint
Gov. Harold Hughes of Iowa remains uncommitted on a Johnson vice presidential choice but is viewed as a likely presence in the convention elevated role. He noted LBJ’s openness to multiple governors and a possible early decision, while signaling no change in his support for Sen. Humphrey for VP. Also, Dixie Harrington and Emma Miller debated a woman equal rights plank as delegates clash over constitutional guarantees.
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Marion
Wesleyan Names New Business Manager
Wesleyan college in PLEASANT Iowa has named L W Van Winkle of Kenosha Wisconsin as its new business manager treasurer. Dr John W Henderson president announced he will begin duties September 15. Van Winkle, 37, previously ran Carthage College finances since 1960 after 13 years there. He is Newark Ohio native with a Capital University degree and U of Kentucky graduate study, and Navy service in World War II. He replaces Werner N Snow who takes a post at Albion College Michigan.
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Wesleyan College
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Kenosha
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van Winkle
Carthage College
Newark
Ohio
Capital University
Columbus
University of Kentucky
U.S. Navy
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Mich
Convention Notes by Frank Nye: Barrycrats Rise
Southern Democrats loyal to LBJ form the label Barrycrats for Goldwater supporters. The piece notes Tory rivals adding a new spectacle as contenders compete for attention with model promenades near the convention hall. Louisiana’sdelegate Speedy Long is highlighted as a rising political figure in the ongoing internal dynamics.
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Barry Goldwater
al Op
Poa
Breakin Traced After 3 Nabbed
Three suspects linked to a Calmar theft chase were arrested near Calmar after abandoning merchandise including 248 spark plugs from a stolen car. Carlton Kittleson and Gordon Formaro, both released on 135000 bond, face larceny charges with cases set for September term. Frank Warner, 16, held for juvenile authorities. West Liberty Hepker reunion set for Sept 13 at fairgrounds building with dinner at noon.
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Oelwein
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Gordon Formaro
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Eskader
Frank Warner
Ankeny
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Monona
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Formaro
Mart
West Liberty
Hepker
Zerm
Leslie Hepker
Johnson To Carry Iowa in 1960 Election Prediction
Harold Hughes predicts that Johnson will carry Iowa this fall. He cautions the race will be uphill for the president and for rivals, noting Iowa’s Republican tendency. The Atlantic City remark frames the expectation as challenging but likely for Johnson.
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Lowe
Iowa
Luther to Participate in College Session in Northwood
Decorah Luther college admissions counselor John Larson will represent Luther on a five-university panel at a Northwood high school gym program for about 300 attendees starting at p.m. on September 22. Other schools include Drake, Iowa State, State College of Town, and Mason City junior college. The program opens with college introductions, presents student case histories, and ends with a question and answer period.
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Des Moines Fair Grand Champion Beef Sells for 1414.92
A packed Iowa State Fair bid on the grand champion Hereford, Cuddles, bought by Morton Bookey of Bookey Packing Co. for 1414.92 dollars. The sale drew Democratic party interest and involved rival bidders as five people died in weekend crashes.
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UPI
Lyndon Johnson
Iowa State Fair
Morton Bookey
Bookey Packing Co
Doug Simons
Marcus
Bookey
Clarence Metcalf
Nichols
Metcalf
Democratic National
Garner
Angus Wills
Ing
Norman Pres
Iowa City Public School Staff Workshop Opens
A staff work shop for Iowa City public school teachers began Monday at City High School. Vice-president H J C Houghton of the Chamber of Commerce welcomed attendees, introduced by Supt. Buford Garner and area principals. A city tour followed with a noon lunch at the Procter and Gamble plant. The week includes specialized workshop sessions. Schools will open Sept. 1.
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Procter and Gamble
Iowa Lions Club Sight Conservation Leaders Elected
Dr Kenneth MacDonald of Iowa City was chosen president of the Iowa Lions Club Sight Conservation Foundation at the annual meeting. Mel Robie of Clarion was named vice president Ralph Whitten of Des Moines secretary treasurer and Warren Coleman of Oskaloosa reappointed executive secretary treasurer.
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Iowa City
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Clarion
Ralph Whitten
Des Moines
Warren Coleman
Oskaloosa
Walker shifts back to standard time in Walker
The town of Walker returned to Standard time last Sunday, correcting an earlier report that the change would occur on August 30.
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Nominees Named by Conservative Party of Iowa
DES MOINES AP The Conservative party of Iowa named its candidates for state offices at a Saturday convention meeting criteria of at least 50 attendees and one voter from each of 10 counties. Gov candidate Robert Dilly Des Moines. attorney general Gordon Risher Winterset. auditor Alvin E Ellason Nora Springs. secretary of state Robert Fredregil Des Moines. For Congress First District Tracy M Gore Burlington. Fifth District Albert A Payne Des Moines. Sixth District Lee Smith Correctionville. Also nominated town legislative candidates from Cerro Gordon Clarke Dallas Palo Alto Polk Wapello Woodbury and Warren.
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Gordon Risher
Winterset
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Nora Springs
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Congress
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Burlington
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Lee Smith
Correctionville
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Trucker Injured In Cedar Rapids Area Crash
Jerry Lewis a 28 year old bread truck driver for the Colonial Baking Co Cedar Rapids suffered a severe scalp laceration when his truck overturned 12 miles southeast of here on highway 78 He was taken to Fairfield hospital.
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Jerry Lewis
Colonial Baking Co
Cedar Rapids
Here
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