Hughes Ends Bid for Reelection in Iowa Senate Race
Former Iowa Governor Harold Hughes announces he will not seek re election. The Ida Grove native rose from Republican roots to become a Democratic senator noted for liquor by the drink reform, reapportionment battles, and a shift from hawk to dove on Vietnam. He credits his battles with alcohol and environmental and conservation interests shaping a landmark career.
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New Hawkeye marching band leader named at Iowa
Morgan Jones named director of the Hawkeye marching band at the University of Iowa succeeding Thomas L. Davis. Jones, a Muscatine native and former Hawkeye trumpeter, will lead the 120 member band at the Sept 15 season opener vs Michigan at Kinnick Stadium and also serve as associate director of bands and director of jazz and percussion ensembles.
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Loved Hugged But Not Fined in Child Traffic Case
Des Moines AP Judge Luther Glanton dismissed a traffic charge against five year old Craig Johnson after stating children need protection and love. Patrolman Max Street had issued the ticket for alleged creation of an accident, while Police Chief Wendell Nichols urged dismissal citing poor judgment in writing the ticket.
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Governor’s Regret Echoes in Conservation Efforts
The governor voiced regret about not doing more for conservation during his tenure. Senator and Mrs. Hughes the former Eva Mercer are cared for by their three daughters and two grandchildren.
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Tama man seeks new counsel in murder case
Attorney Charles F. Fairall asks Tama county district court to withdraw from defending Preston Duncan 35 Mesquakie Indian Settlement in the murder charge tied to Bruce Raynard See 19 Tama. Fairall cites irreconcilable differences over defense method and says Duncan seeks AIM funded counsel.
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Iowa lawmakers seek court action to recover frozen highway funds
An Iowa represents group urged suing the federal government to recover 31 million dollars in impounded highway aid as Barnum warned funds stay frozen despite Missouri rulings. Lawmakers pressed for state control of propane grants and questioned federal agriculture officials amid grain shipment worries.
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