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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1967
Page
6
ERRIMAN Smith argues against periodic official ballots for public policy. He urges representatives to rely on their own judgment and reliable information rather than polls, suggesting methods to insulate officials from public sentiment and reduce government wear and cost.
The Iowa legislative research committee settles on an eight member legis lator subcommittee with 24 laymen to study legislative procedures lobbying and conflicts of interest The plan aims to report to the 1969 legislature The meeting included a junket at Clear Lake tied to Governor s Days with mileage and stipends discussed and questioned by observers
An aging President Lyndon B Johnson faces a turbulent 59th year marked by Vietnam troop demands, urban riots, and tax debates. Polls show fluctuating approval while Congress challenges his 10 percent surtax plan and Great Society programs. Despite woes, Johnson’s health is reportedly good and economic growth supports reelection prospects.
Senator Charles H. Percy of Illinois emerges as a rising but noncommittal Republican force. He attends key Vietnam hearings, promotes cautious plans for national commitments, and keeps options open for a presidential bid while courting moderates and aging party elites.
The Iowa Republican party, fading from 1964 turmoil, considers Robert Ray from Council Bluffs as a possible GOP gubernatorial contender in 1968. Ray, state central committee chairman, is praised for unifying the party after 1966 gains and is seen as an articulate, well connected candidate with wide support. Other names in the mix include Robert Beck, Max Mills, Tom Riley, and Donald Johnson, with more potential entrants anticipated before filing closes.
Rep Charles Joelson of New Jersey urged debate on a $40 million rat control bill while contrasting funds spent on pests and plants. He cited weed control, beetle eradication, bee culture, stinkbug efforts, screw worm eradication, total near 500 million for two years, and asked about funding for people.
A humorous survey notes brides and weddings rely on petroleum products from gowns to accessories. It highlights 3000 products derived from oil and compares industry spending with federal subsidies, stating oil companies fund about 84 percent of their own research versus 55 percent for all industry research.
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