Two Governors in Waiting Fault Over Briefing Invitation
The race for governor to succeed Harold Hughes features Paul Franzenburg and Robert Ray. A weekend dispute over a state briefing invitation drew public attention, with Franzenburg claiming the invite was sent to Ray's aide while Ray criticized the process. The episode appears to serve publicity more than state interests, and readers deserve better from both candidates.
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Rour Money Town
Harold Hughes
Paul Franzenburg
Robert Ray
Franzenburg
Hughes
Ray
Johnson
Mitchell
Debates on 18 year old voting age and education views
The piece argues against lowering the voting age to 18, cites Chicago protests and police criticism, and highlights how teachers at the NEA assembly support youth participation. It notes corrections about Senator Roger Jepsen’s World War II service and critiques the Iowa Official Register entry.
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Chicago
Representative Assembly of the National Education Assn
Dallas
Roger Jepsen
Jepsen
Iowa
82Nd Airborne Division
United States
Mr. Jepsen
Time To Speak Out on Czechoslovakia by David Lawrence
Washington reaction to the Czechoslovak crisis is harshly critical of Soviet actions and Western inaction. The piece argues the Soviet invasion threatens world peace, notes NATO’s fragility, and questions U.S. policy amid Vietnam era distraction and de Gaulle’s stance. It urges decisive Western response.
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Czechoslovakia
United States
Washington
Europe
NATO
de Gaulle
France
All He's Losing Is His Head and Global Crisis Warning
A 1968 syndicated column argues for Western unity and U.N. charter adherence to counter Soviet influence. It urges a broad conference of Western and world powers, civil resistance, and economic boycotts to avert another major war, citing Czechoslovakia and Hungary.
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France
U.N
United States
Europe
Asia
Latin America
Soviet Union
Moscow
Richard Daley
Chicago
Peace with Honor Debate Echoes Across Dinner Table
Russell Baker probes a father son exchange on the Great Issues in an election. The dialogue frames three candidates Dick Hubie and George as for peace with honor and law and order. The piece satirizes political ambiguity and voter choice.
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Ashington
Daddy
Hubie
George
Son
Law and Order
Order
Praise for Younger Generation A Cedar Rapids Note
A reader thanks the younger generation after a man from Omaha helps a stranded driver on First Avenue NW. Art Johnson is named for the courteous act and the writer urges safer driving and consideration on highways. The letter contrasts reckless drivers with helpful, thoughtful youth.
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First Avenue NW
Cedar Rapids
Omaha
Ned
Art Johnson
Evelyn Oxley
Thirty-third Street
Driving Hazards In Cedar Rapids Highlighted By Teen Driver
A 14 year old recounts frequent crowded Cedar Rapids traffic on First Avenue with impatient drivers. Across seven trips there were five incidents mostly from carelessness including a red light downtown where a tailgater collided with a woman’s car.
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Cedar Rapids
First Avenue
Cedar Rapids Notes From 1958 City Scene
In Cedar Rapids 1958 events include Eisenhower warning against Far East appeasement and hope for a cease fire with Red China, a call for a 1960 Iowa constitutional convention, a 1957 traffic safety report, and a Sept 17 public luncheon with U.S. Senator George Wilson. Local football scores show McKinley over Grinnell 38 to 0, Roosevelt over Clinton 6 to 0. A bulk oil manager reports a $300 street loss after a bank cashing incident. A new intercity bus terminal transportation center opens as a symbol of city growth.
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Eisen
Hower
Far East
Red China
Formosa Strait
Norman Erbe
Cedar Rapids
Lions Club
Roosevelt Hotel
Iowa
City
National Safety Council
G. R. “Doc” Speers
Iowa Department of Public Safety
U.S
George Wilson
McKinley
Grinnell
Roosevelt
Clinton
Cedar Rapids Community Chest Names Division Chairmen
Cedar Rapids announces division chairmen for the upcoming Community Chest campaign. West Highlands Community Club schedules a newcomers meeting for October 14 at 328 Second Street SE.
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Second Street
Cedar Rapids Community Chest
West Highlands Community Club
An Unwise Decision TV Denying Daley Time
Washington faces backlash over TV networks denying Mayor Richard Daley airtime to respond to Chicago riots. Senators and representatives urge a broader probe into television's role, while supporters compare Metromedia and the National Press Club to offer Daley a platform.
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Ashington
Richard Daley
Chicago
Metromedia Network
National Press Club
Congress
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