Hancher Proposes Unified Iowa Higher Education Administration
The Iowa University president Hancher suggests a single administrator for the state higher learning system, while Hilton of Iowa State opposes. Governor Hughes urges studying feasibility as SUI and ISU presidents near retirement, and an expert advisory committee may be formed to reduce duplication and better allocate limited funds.
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Hancher
University of Iowa
California
North Carolina
Hilton
Iowa State University
Hughes
SUI
ISU
Board of Regents
Speak and Write Like a College Grad At Home
An ad touts a home study course claiming thousands can learn college level English without returning to school while critics note even college grads struggle with English as Dean Thomas M Cooley is quoted on the topic.
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Thomas M. Cooley
University of Pittsburgh Law School
Harper’s Magazine
Johnson Eligible for Two Full Presidential Terms
Readers question whether Johnson may seek two terms. The Twenty Second Amendment allows two full four year terms since Johnson has served less than two years of Kennedy’s term. Roosevelt’s four terms spurred the amendment ratified March 1, 1951.
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Johnson
Congress
Kennedy
Franklin Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Bouquet for Rep. Bromwell on beef imports debate
A reader praises Congressman Bromwell for his remarks on red meat imports aired on Frankly Speaking. The letter cites beef market dynamics from 1960 to 1963, notes rising imports and unchanged packer costs, and argues for political accountability and clearer pledges from candidates.
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Bromwell
Iowa Agriculture
Art Rankin
Congressman Bramwell
Young Republicans Back Goldwater by Large Margin
A Washington poll of 221 of 400 Young Republican leadership trainees shows 82.7 percent for Goldwater with minor shares for Scranton Rockefeller Stassen Nixon Lodge and Romney. The piece notes the difficulty of measuring conviction and hints at possible deals with Nixon or Scranton if Goldwater withdraws. Bill Miller attracts 16.9 percent support for VP.
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Goldwater
San Francisco
Senator Ruchel
California
Henry Cabot Lodge
Nelson Rockefeller
Chamberlain
Washington, D.C
Young Republican Leadership Training School
Scranton
Rockefeller
Stassen
Nixon
Lyndon Johnson
Republican Leadership Training School
Bill Miller
New York
Bill
National Committee
Miller
G.O.P
Catholics Open To Reconsider Birth Control Policy
The Harris Survey shows a majority of Americans including Catholics and non Catholics favor modern birth control methods. Among Catholics 65 percent do not use devices, yet more than a third admit using them today despite church bans.
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United States
Connecticut
Promises Forgotten in Political Discontent
The speaker vents frustration about politicians who win support with promises but fail to deliver on key issues. He notes personal dissatisfaction with those in office who seem qualified yet do not follow through, expressing a broader distrust in political leadership.
Wisconsin Cheesy Giant Headlines World Fair Exhibit
Wisconsin creates the world largest 34561 pound cheddar cheese 144 feet long 614 feet wide 5 feet 8 inches tall by 26 cheesemakers. The dairy feat will travel to New York for the fair as Wisconsin’s major exhibit. An animated Abraham Lincoln display by Walt Disney is promised for Illinois at the same event.
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Illinois
Abraham Lincoln
Walt Disney
Wisconsin
New York
Abe
Oakwood Avenue and Cedar Rapids Streets Obscured by Common Names
A reader notes how Oakwood Avenue, Oakland Road, and Old Marion Road appear in many maps and databases, creating confusion for locals and visitors navigating Cedar Rapids. The piece playfully contrasts familiar names with the challenge of geography in dense street networks.
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Oakland Road
Oakwood Avenue
Boston
MTA
Cedar Rapids
Marion Road
Letter Opposes NASA Site in Cedar Rapids Iowa City Area
A reader argues against promoting the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City region as a NASA site. They warn of bond issues for schools and higher taxes, noting potential wage stagnation and rising costs for bread and milk. The writer cautions that well meaning letters may have unintended consequences.
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Washington
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
NASA
Generational Friction Outlined by Age Groups
A columnist notes a friction between generations is inevitable as the young and the old claim all the answers while those in between hold the questions. The piece argues each cohort believes it holds truth, creating ongoing intergenerational tension.
Voice of Democracy winner from Cedar Rapids high school
This Day 10 20 30 Years Ago recalls 1954 when Frederick Bar- fell of Franklin High School won the Voice of Democracy contest run by the Cedar Rapids Junior Chamber of Commerce. He competed against students from six Eastern Iowa high schools. Governor Beardsley urged civil defense as common sense at a Cedar Rapids event. A Golden Gloves exhibition featured 10 year old Terry Miller and 11 year old Jack Brecht.
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Frederick Bar
Franklin High School
Cedar Rapids
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