State Honor For Woman At Wellman
A Wellman housewife and businesswoman, Mrs. Thomas Bates, was named the Handicapped Iowan of the Year by the Governor's Committee on Employment of the Handicap. She will be honored at the January 23 awards banquet at the Fort Des Moines hotel. Bates, injured in an auto accident 18 years ago, has undergone 40 operations and remains wheelchair-bound yet operates J and L Ceramics from her home, teaching classes Tuesday through Saturday.
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Des Moines
Wellman
Governor’s Committee On Employment of
Richard Hopkins
Davenport
Thomas Bates
Fort Des Moines
Bates
Gazette
Hopkins
E. G. Lynn
Mrs. Bates
Independence Jaycees to stage 13th Valentine Ball
Independence Jaycees revive the Valentine ball at 8 p.m. February 15 in the Gayla ballroom. Queen crowning, talent judging February 8 and 9, gown viewing February 13, all events closed to the public. tickets are $1.75 in advance, $2 at the door. Queen prize total $400. Chairmen Jack Waskow and Larry Sparks lead the committee.
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Independence
Independence Jaycees
Gayla
Pinicon Hotel
Malek Theater
Queen
Jack Waskow
Larry Sparks
Donn Garrison
Clark Madison
Jerry Anderson
Sharlene Waskow
Ed Pierson
Masonville Man Dies After 3-Mile Walk
Frank Haas, 68, of Masonville died after a heart attack Saturday night following a 3 mile walk from a stalled vehicle. The incident occurred about 10 p.m. three miles south of town as Haas walked to the Carlin Blake farm for help and collapsed while Blake prepared to assist. Services are being arranged at Shelly funeral home in Manchester.
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Masonville
Frank Haas
Carlin Blake
Blake
Shelly Funeral Home
Manchester
To Love a Child Color Special on KCRG-TV 9
The 7 30 p m Monday program on KCRG TV 9 offers hope to people considering adoption as a path to building a family.
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Kcrg-Tv 9
Denture powder Super-Dent marketed with unknown formula
In Phoenix a new denture adhesive product named Super-Dent resembles ordinary powder but reportedly performs far better. Users question its identity while officials refuse to disclose the formula. Ingredients resemble adhesive powders yet differ in formulation to deliver claimed results. Super-Dent is reportedly available at local drug stores.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Schwengel urges reform of electoral college system
Congressman Fred Schwengel cautioned at a Davenport news conference that the electoral college is at risk if electors deviate from state results. He endorsed reform or abolition, proposing proportional division or direct popular vote, and urged measures to preserve election integrity.
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Davenport
U.S
Fred Schwengel
Iowa
Schwengel
Dr. Bailey
North Carolina
Richard Nixon
George Wallace
Congress
Gazette Subscription Rates and Local News Rights
The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists subscription rates by carrier and mail and notes exclusive republication rights. It references editions and pricing, including 65 cents by carrier and 70 per year by mail, with territory details and the Gazette’s exclusive use clause for local and AP dispatches.
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Srcle
Iowa Legislators Get Their Own Statehouse Cafeteria
The 1969 Iowa legislative session opens with a new legislators only cafeteria under the State Treasurer’s office, formerly the motor vehicle fuel tax division space. The facility was ordered by the Legislative Processes committee and serves lawmakers and guests in the rotunda area. Governor elect Robert Ray notes a long incoming list of appointment seekers awaiting audience.
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EL Moines
Iowa
Maurice Baringer
Statehouse
Iowa Legisative Processes Committee
Chambers of Commerce
Robert Ray
Two Hurt in Auto Crash on Route 63
Tama Elmer Otis Bailey 52 of Waterloo was charged with failure to yield after a two car crash on highway 63 six miles south of Tama. Bailey's northbound car collided with a car driven by James Eisensohn 24 of Ottumwa. The crash occurred 230 feet inside Poweshiek county. Bailey suffered cuts and Eisensohn a chest injury and hand cuts. Both were treated at the Tama Clinic.
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Tama
Elmer Otis Bailey
Waterloo
Highway 63
Gerald Kahler
Grinnell
Bailey
James Eisensohn
Ottumwa
Poweshiek County
Eisensohn
Tama Clinic
Highway Patrolman Wayne Martin Aids Investigation
Patrolman Wayne Martin assisted in the investigation. His involvement complemented ongoing inquiries and supported investigative personnel with routine procedures and local law enforcement coordination.
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Highway
Wayne Martin
East Iowans Enter Phi Beta Kappa At Iowa
East Iowans were initiated into Alpha of Iowa chapter Phi Beta Kappa at The University of Iowa. Barbara Jean Vetter of Iowa City received a Phi Beta Kappa Key and special honor for her college career. Other initiates include Laurel Harbour, Janet Erb Nicol, Donna Berge Bodensteiner, Barbara Grimm, Regina Kessler, Marcia Kron, Jacquelin Yoder, all of Iowa City, and Josephine Hogendorn Peiffer of North English.
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Iowa City
East
U. of I
Independence Adult Courses Delayed One Week
Independence adult night classes are postponed one week due to weather. Director Ken Wiersma says enrollment remains open with classes starting January 20 21 and 22, and enrollment still possible Tuesday 7 to 8 p.m. in the high school lobby or by calling 334 4322. Most courses still have openings.
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Ken Wiersma
Rose Allen Initiated Into Alpha Psi Omega at Upper Iowa College
West Branch resident Rose Allen was initiated into the Alpha Psi Omega national drama fraternity at Upper Iowa College last weekend amid campus activity.
It Takes a Minute to Get the Buy of a Lifetime
A short classified ad suggests a quick route to major savings through want ads. The note emphasizes speed and value, urging readers to act fast to secure a favorable purchase.
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Ithrough
Girl 11 Dies in Saylorville House Fire
In Saylorville Linda Olson, 11, died as a fire swept through the Olson home about 1 am Sunday. Donald and Mrs Olson and four other children escaped. Fire Chief Jim Kern estimated 15000 dollars in damage and said cause was not yet determined but suspected a spare room or furnace area.
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Saylorville
UPT
Donald Olson
Olson
Jim Kern
Linda Olson
Kern
Postville Library Vote Feb 19 On Library Construction
Postville residents will vote February 19 on building a new library funded by federal money and proceeds from selling the old library to St. Bridget's church for 18 000 dollars. The new library would stand one block west of the main business district.
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St. Bridget’s Church
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