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Newspaper
Humboldt County Republican
Location
Humboldt, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1982
Page
2
Weekly Humboldt newspaper lists subscription and display rates with district pricing. The notice details postage, circulation, and local market charges, including different rates for surrounding towns and two price points. It notes publication by Humboldt Printing and a phone contact.
Del Marks notes the First National Bank sale to Hawkeye Marks signaling a shift in Humboldt’s financial landscape. Humboldt Trust leads in deposits as a home owned institution, with First National and other banks boosting local options. Fareway’s new manager Bill Squires recalls a long path to Humboldt, while weather and staffing keep the town cautious about upcoming winters.
Iowa lawmaker Dale M. Cochran notes a harsh winter delaying six legislative meetings and outlines concerns over a proposed gasohol road tax. He urges ethanol mandates to protect the agricultural economy while supporting road maintenance funds and critiques tax changes affecting small business and IRA deductions.
A congressman describes unannounced tours of federal agencies, recounting a Department of Labor visit. He notes flextime practices and weak timekeeping, observing minimal work in some offices. He plans follow ups and argues more members should adopt such oversight programs.
I recalled Cash from TV but was surprised by his younger appearance on stage. He wore his black suit and boots, performed a flexible mix of guitar violin bass and harmonica, and delivered lively banter. Backing musicians included a long-time drummer bassist and pianist. a three-man horn and strings ensemble amplified the tribute. The audience clapped along as Cash joked and shared an impromptu duet with band members.
Karen May recounts June Carter Cash appearing with Johnny Cash in 1981, noting her youthful look, redish brown hair, autoharp and banjo skills, and a lively performance. She describes her dress mishap, warm personality, family anecdotes, and two and a half hours of wholesome country music, jokes, and memories.
This week in the Senate a debate on the local option tax tackled options like a local sales tax wheel tax or local income tax. Critics warned of uneven application and potential double taxation as counties gain funds. other topics included unemployment funds shifts and fears over natural gas decontrolling raising fuel costs.
A legislator recounts recent committee work on a Bottle Bill Sub-Committee tour of a large beer container recovery operation, testimony from redemption centers, and efforts to balance litter reduction with recycling goals. Mentions Fair Campaign Practices bill debates, impressions of politics and cattlemen, and a note on mail while in Des Moines.
A fragmented editorial questions landfill necessity and proposes burning burnables for power and recycling non burnables. It mentions burning plastics, PCBs, and a Breusening device, while warning buried garbage bags may emit PCBs beyond 2625. The piece references churches, rabbis, and a cast of unclear entities in a hazy closing.
Fifty one members and guests attended the PIA meeting at Unique School House with a three act play featuring Ed Fox W D Hayden Donna Fanning Ivan Evans George Fanning Ray Seaver and Vernon Evans. Other program items included recitations by Arlene and Violet Evans music by Thoman Dale Joiner and Harold Marcellus and several vocal duets. Also reported were a close bull attack on farmer John Zimmerman near Renwick and community notices including a move into Behrens apartment a potential run for county coroner Earl Ellsworth and high school plays at Livermore High School.
The January superintendent report honors classroom teachers led by Miss Norma Jean Puch First Grade Teacher. A reflective poem recalls a caring educator who inspires curiosity and learning in young students though playful lines blur with memories of childhood.
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