28 Jun 1977
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Newspaper
Eldora Herald Ledger
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1977
Page
1
Wisconsin congressman David Obey launches a pointed critique of national press coverage, accusing reporters of sensationalism and a double standard. He asserts emphasis on perks over major issues like defense and education, and hints at a proposed bill requiring disclosure of media sources of income.
A stark public safety piece outlines the costs of shoplifting, citing Iowa Retail Federation figures and Hardin county losses. It warns of legal penalties when value exceeds $20, potential felonies, and long term job barriers, urging teens to consider lifelong consequences over a few seconds of theft.
The piece critiques Congress for failing to advance energy conservation measures despite President Carter's plans. It argues big auto makers influence votes on mileage taxes and rebates. It notes Detroit's stake and a looming fuel shortage. It then highlights Iowa Senior Citizens Day at the state fair on August 23 with reduced admission, arts shows, writing contest, and the aging commission outreach.
A letter condemns federal warnings on health risks of products from saccharin to cigarettes. The author accuses regulators of overreach, cites automobile emissions and guns as examples, and argues for individual choice while noting bureaucratic red tape. Everett Thorne obituary notes.
A reader from Eldora Iowa urges tolerance for wedding parades that disrupt traffic arguing festivities should not curb joy. The letter questions whether minor infractions should trump major crimes as local celebrations continue amid debt and drug cases.
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