Editorial Reprint on County Officials in Iowa
In light of rising publicity surrounding county officers in Iowa, a reprint of a December 1953 Iowa County Officer editorial is published. The piece, from the Iowa County Officers' Association official publication, is presented by the editor to inform current readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hardin
Iowa
MW Herald-Ledger
Hardin County Index
Iowa Press
George RP. Stauffacher
Max van Derveer
Katharine Piper
Mechan Foren
Paul
Iowa County Officer
Iowa County Officers’ Association
Need More Facts Criticizes Editorials On County Officials
The magazine argues that state newspapers should back editorials with more county facts. It notes ground jury reports may contradict selective criticisms and warns against power grabs. Officials are human, audited, and not overpaid, yet hidden actions threaten accountability. The piece urges voters to identify responsible parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Des Moines
State Department
Eldora community notes and early spring events
The column recalls a heavy storm, markets in town, and upcoming Eldora sales led by Eldora and Union with Eldora forecast as strongest. It notes school apathy at the recent election, barber shop changes with Al Riley running solo, and Steamboat Rock schools starting spring break early due to a measles outbreak. It lists Eldora fire department officers, a 1914 elevator purchase, a new building for Carl S. Newcomer, and 1924 local civic activities including postmaster bids, Rotary directors, trucks, a 91 year old elder, corn sealing totals, and community plans for a bank of farm roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Town Falls
Union
Eldora
The
Herald
al Riley
Mr Todd
Steamboat Rock
Eldora Fire Department
Council Chamber
T. W. Scurry
W. W. Walker
Steve Sayer
L. F. Brown
P. M. Sheffield
L. J. Stout
Hook and
Tom C. Meader
W.H. Wilmont
Rock Island Railroad
Grundy Center
W. G. Lettow
Wilmont
Carl §S. Newcomer
C. McKeen Duren
Hardin County
A. W. Mitterer
Hot Springs
Ark
Mitterer
Eldora White Eagel
Waterloo Quality Grocerys
Union Independents
Open Forum Eldora pride over town's strengths
A letter argues Eldora's faults are minor and praises the town's sense of community. It highlights long-time residents choosing to stay, the appeal of a nonindustrial town, and strong local services. The author urges focusing on positive aspects to inspire youth and future growth.
New Angles in College Education For Juniors
An item notes junior year abroad programs gaining traction in colleges. Education experts advise starting foreign language study in high school and choosing a country of interest early, with freshmen and even eighth graders encouraged to begin preparing. The chatter includes insurance stats about male susceptibility and a tongue in cheek reminder to tape this to a snow shovel handle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waukon Republican
Random Thoughts on Liquor Debate from Humboldt Republican
The Humboldt Republican notes that as long as humans exist there will be arguments over liquor. It observes growing advance in thinking on the liquor issue and praises clearer, more logical reasoning and knowledge guiding the discussion.
Facing the Facts, Marion Sentinel editorial note
Editorial excerpt defends honest differences of opinion and accuracy. It argues editors bear responsibility for their views while condemning misrepresentation, citing Bernard Baruch that a man may be wrong in opinion but not in facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Sentinel
Evill
Bernard Baruch
Reflections at Lakeland Garden Club Show amid cold rain
The 25th annual Lakeland Garden Club exhibit titled Reflections unfolded in rainy winds at the Recreation Center with eight nationally accredited flower show judges. Florida oil interests spark debate over Everglades park land, potential tax boosts, and state revenue. Tampa hosts Tin Can Tourists convention as trailer culture grows nationwide. Editorials hail Secretary Ezra Benson, praising courage as his middle name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.g
Lakeland Garden Club
Lakeland
Tampa
Tin Canners
Union
Canada
Florida
Co. G
Ezra Benson
Lehigh sportsmen build 320 foot river dam near Fort Dodge
A Lehigh area group built a 320 foot rock dam on the Des Moines river south of Fort Dodge using 2200 truckloads of stone. Eldora may see a similar project if plans for a river dam proceed, while residents note nearby towns’ growth in gas and telephony expansion. Eldora’s future housing and centennial events in Alden and Steamboat Rock are also mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lehigh Area
Des Moines
Fort Dodge
Eldora
Iowa
Eldorans
Alden
Steamboat Rock
Recession Fears and Postwar Labor Shifts
The piece argues against panic over a recession blaming postwar adjustments after Korea ending. It notes slowed demand after war closure, with munitions stockpiles causing production cuts as orders declined and labor concerns rose among leaders and politicians.
End of Korean War Triggers Peace Economy Shifts
The article argues that transitioning from a wartime to peacetime economy causes unemployment as labor moves from war industries to civilian work. Food and farm production face oversupply, farm implements slow, and price drops press farmers. Political blame falls on the current administration, with unions funding unemployment during a time of unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Welkin
Eisenhower
Kossuth County
Fairfax and Nearby Families Gather for Weekend Visits
Fair- ton and surrounding households noted a weekend of social visits. Paul Fuller and family stayed with relatives in Webster Grove Missouri. The Wrights hosted Teske family friends from Cedar Falls. Various residents from Fairfax Owasa Hubbard and Ackley dropped by homes in Russell Des Moines Lakeland and Iowa Falls for dinners card parties and casual calls with extended kin and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Fuller
Earl Fuller
Webster Grove
Raye Teske
Marvin
Leon
Dale
Ernest Wright
Cedar Falls
Wright
Fairfax
Bernard Rudolph
Russell and
Jimmie
A. J. McWherter
Russell
Keith van Patter
William Lewis
Grundy County
Des Moines
Lester Hayden
Bridgeport
Wash
Lee Hayden
Carl King
Owasa
George King
Randy
Hubbard
Dale Oler
Jimmie and
Bobbie
Robertson
John Ellefson
William Jacobs
Town Falls
Jacobs
Lakeland
Fla
Robert Fuller
Steamboat Rock
Henry Trittien
Birthday Surprise At Clair Clingerman Home
Relatives gathered Tuesday evening to surprise Clair Clingerman on his birthday at the Clair Clingerman residence. Guests included the Jake Clingerman and John Sheldon group from Eldora, the Herb Roll Dick party, Lawrence Sheldon and Harley Bahr from Point Pleasant, Ethel Satchell from Iowa Falls, Forest Wehrman from Montebello, Roy Spears and Marjorie Wayne Everett Spears of Waterloo, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clair Clingerman
Clair
Jake Clingerman
John Sheldon
Herb Roll
Eldora
Lawrence Sheldon
Harley Bahr
Point Pleasant
Ethel Satchell
Yowa Falls
Forest Wehrman
Montebello
Calif
Roy Spears
Marjorie
Wayne
Everett Spears
Waterloo
Richard Blair
Hardin County 4-H Ice Cream Social and Fire Incident
Activities include Pleasant Township 4-H Ice Cream Social at Roughwoods tonight with homemade ice cream, pie, coffee and pop. Several local residents attend arts show at Tall Corn Hotel in Marshalltown. A roof fire at Mrs Delphia Stewart’s house was spotted by Mrs Gene Eagen and firefighters arrived shortly after. minimal damage noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Rogers
Gene Sagen
Blanch Rudolph
Pearl White
Tall Corn Hotel
Marshalltown
Des Moines Art Center
Pleasant Township 4-H
Roughwoods Community Room
Delphia Stewart
Gene Eagen
New Providence
Also Mentioned on This Page
Eldora’s Picture Newspaper
Eldora, Iowa
National Editorial Association
Iowa Press Association
Don McMillen
Grace Protheroe
Mareena Parker
Lan Jason
Linotypes
Dale Peshia
Emmet Fahnle
Jim Ruby
Gene Peshia
Opera House
Brown Dry Goods Company
Knights of Pythias
Eva White
Clear Lake
Russell C. Roupe
Helen M. Martin
Earl Putnam
Etta Whiting
Thompson
H. E. Bateson
C. A. Norris
George A. Starr
Glen Whorrall
Carrie Fouts
E. E. McFarland
J. A. Balcom
C. W. Townsend
S. W. Needham
Rotary Club
R. F. Blackmun
J. C. Boyd
Harry DeBaggio
Busy Bee Cafe
R. W. Halleck
Grill Cafe
Eldora Future Farmers of America
Red River Valley
Eldora Community Club
Evening Farm School
C. A. Boeke
Open Forum
Eldor
Pine Lake
Decorah
Church of
Madrid Register-News
Emia Einen
Neere
Everglades
E.g
Clara
Federal Power Commission
F.P.C
Iowa Falls
Gifford
John Clary
Red Cross
John
Eldora Builders
Mrs
Peter Williams
Alfred Bates
Gary
Vern
Wendell Clark
Kathy
Bruce
Clark
Ed J. Kallem
Dean Jones
Lawn Hill
Dean Clingerman
Claud Mossman
William Griffitt
Adolph Balvant
Adrian Bachman
Floyd Beasley
Don Perkins
Dick Rogers
Inez Breer
Ruth Cook
Jon
Jill
Maxine Jones
Johnny
Susan Reece
Ghell Oil Co
Vilmont Furniture
America
Harry Kirkhoff
White
Buick
Century
Milton Berle
Berra
Eldora Motor Co
Eldora, I
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