Campaign finance humor from a bygone era
A wry column mocks presidential fundraising, noting Nixon and GOP money primacy while Democrats face debt from 1968. It reflects debates on tax contributions for campaigns, Wallace’s role, and the long odds of candidates funding their own bids. Also recalls Humphrey, Muskie, and a Navy note from 30 years ago.
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G.O.P
Richard Nixon
Dems
Larry O'Brien
George Wallace
Wallace
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Lockheed Electea
Nixon
Humphrey
South
Democrat Johnson
Bob Kerr
Oklahoma
Elder
William Henry Harrison
Ted Kennedy
Ed Muskie
Lincoln
Washington
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Muskie
White House
Arthritis Pain Formula Promises Great Relief
An arthritis sufferer endorses Arthritis Pain Formula claiming it relieves pain and stiffness better than other remedies. The ad asserts 50 percent more pain reliever per tablet and adds two antacids to protect the stomach, suggesting it can be taken on an empty stomach and requires fewer doses.
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Lettay
Legislator Links Liberation Need to Middle East
State Rep. Joan Lipsky spoke at the Montrose hotel on Wednesday night urging women’s liberation, citing observations from a trip to Turkey Greece and Israel. She argued women face low status globally and noted Greeks rely on women for much labor.
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Joan Lipsky
R-G.r
Altrusa Club
Montrose Hotel
Lipsky
Turkey
Israel
Greece
Arab women and veils reflect traditional roles across the Middle East
The article describes veiled Arab women in rural life and their subservient status before marriage, noting Druze customs where women are invisible in social settings. It argues these enduring traditions will need long-term change and stresses global importance of elevating women's roles.
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Lkapids Gaxetle
Ghdrs
Mine Explosion Takes 39 Lives
A gas explosion at a coal mine north of Taipei killed 29 miners and left seven seriously injured, according to police reports dated Thursday. The accident occurred at the local mine, prompting rescue operations and investigations by authorities.
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Taipei
Taiwan
Tihurs Iday
Clearing Bureau Helps Cedar Rapids Christmas Aid Effort
The Clearing Bureau for Yale Aid Opens in CLR to coord duplicate-free Christmas help. Submissions accepted at Salvation Army or by mail by Dec 16. Agencies include Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, Hawkeye CPP, county welfare, Jane Boyd, Council on Aging, Churches, Cedar Rapids Jaycees, and United Community Services. Salvation Army Maj. Eugene Adney chairs. HQ at Salvation Army. Donations this year total $438.05 toward a $10,000 goal for meals and gifts. contributions may be dropped in kettles or mailed to Box 033 Cedar Rapids.
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Salvation Army
Ie Salvation Army
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program
County Welfare
Jane Boyd Community House
The
Council On Aging
Council of Churches, Cedar Rapids Jaycees
United Community Services
Salvalion Army
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