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Newspaper
Hardin County Index
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1973
Page
3
Residents and organizations including the Chamber of Commerce Jaycees Rotary and Kiwanis rally behind funding an ambulance unit. They emphasize communal responsibility and the need to act now to avoid a lack of emergency coverage in case of accidents.
Honor Society affiliates named Kathy Goodell Gary Shortley and Steve Gates as officers. An Eldorian King and Queen were chosen Dennia Barnard and Debra Perrin. These people are featured in a photo at the right.
A long OCR fragment lists multiple property transfers and mortgages dated 1860s to 1870s. Entries reference Noble Johnson, Bridges, Buxton, and other named individuals with parcels in Eldora and nearby townships, including lots, blocks, and additions.
On May 21 the legislature advanced vacation and holiday bills for police and firefighters, a land development measure for out of state buyers through locals, and a cooperative education program. attention turned to an egg tax and a pollution control device tax, with support and amendments noted amid ongoing debate.
Memorial Day 1973 was observed in Eldora and vicinity on May 24 despite rain and clouds. Some services were cancelled and Eldora ceremonies were moved to the Eldora school gym due to rainfall. The day remained a time for reflection and remembrance. A view of East Lawn Memory Gardens shows the rainfall early Monday.
Stated visits by Eagle Grove and Goldfield students occurred on Wednesday and Thursday. Caucuses this week addressed diverting sales revenue to the general fund from the road fund and anticipated 30 million dollars for the biennium. Aiming to move relief for property tax tied to inventory values, supporters push for a percentage based exemption rather than a fixed dollar amount. Appropriations are under review with efforts to align with the proposed budget.
Miss Laura Reece of New Providence was named Cordeliers of the Year by the University of Town Coed Drill Team. The Cordeliers, as Pershing Rifles Co B-2 affiliates, noted a winning season with top finishes at Vermillion Champaign Milwaukee and a second place at the 25th Illinois Invitational. President Marpie Klein and commander Cindy Jacobson led the group advised by ROTC personnel.
Don Watkins of North Central Detoxification and Rehabilitation Center reports Hardin County faced an estimated $1,198,000 annual cost from excessive drinking with major shares from criminal justice, welfare, and medical expenses. He cites 60 percent juvenile and adult correction costs linked to alcohol and urges funding a local alcoholism office in Iowa Falls to coordinate efforts.
Bert Fleming of Alden and Leon Brandt of Hubbard were named co chairs of the 1973 CROP drive for Hardin County. Other officers include Rev. Robert Davis as secretary and Rev. Richard Harbart as treasurer, with Cletis Bessman as northern canvass director aided by Gaylord Thayer. Kickoff meetings set for mid November and canvassing to begin November 17. The drive supports Church World Service overseas programs including feeding, development, and disaster aid.
The Hardin County Board of Realtors urges families with trouble saving to buy real estate, calling home ownership a built in savings account. National Realtor Week runs May 20 to May 26, with the observance highlighting counseling on investments from mortgage payments and tax deductions, noted by board president Lou Jennings.
Friday notes reveal push to finish sessions in a couple weeks as Senate and House resolve differences. Lawmakers discuss statewide voter registration, residency rules, and a 182 page rewrite affecting elections, administrator terms, and registrars with a 1975 effective date. A conference committee works to reconcile unified court trial legislation with about 17 differences, aiming quick passage before July 1.
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