Linn jail judged inadequate. calls for new facility
Linn county Iowa faces a likely jail replacement as inspector William Swassing flags an inadequate facility. Despite a recent 40,000 upgrade, the 50 year old jail is described as dirty and overcrowded, prompting questions about bonds, remodeling, or regional jail plans. Local officials seek public input on future options.
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Kennedy coverage of London bombing fuels celebrity focus
Caroline Kennedy survives a London bombing unhurt while tabloids cast a spotlight on her breakfast moment and art class. The piece argues press vanity misreads public interest, noting the contrast with the overlooked scientist Prof. Gordon Hamilton Fairley and a TV season audience drop.
Archaic presidency due for rejuvenation
James Reston argues the 1970s presidential field relies on aging leaders and notes many strong noncandidates. He urges a youth-led shift, criticizes past wars and welfare spending, and suggests a nationwide write-in movement to force younger candidates into the spotlight.
Case builds anew for single six year term
William F Buckley Jr argues that Ford's reshuffle targets the CIA and Kissinger, with Connally promoting a single six year term as constitutional reform. He notes Nixon's re election obsession and praises Ford as a decent accidental leader whose renomination is framed as unnecessary. Washington Star Syndicate
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Armpit Debate Cited Over Voter Apathy and TV Ads
A reader laments low turnout below 35 percent, joking that ads on television about anti perspirants distract voters. The letter links consumer product obsessions to civic disengagement and cites broader questions about public participation.
Request for More Playground Equipment at Prairie Intermediate
A Prairie Intermediate School letter from students in fourth through sixth grade requests additional playground equipment. They note crowded existing equipment during recess and ample space for new installations, hoping to ease congestion and reduce fatigue from walking.
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