Le Mars Plans 100th Birthday Happenings This Summer
Editorial urges public support for Le Mars centennial 1969 celebration. Notes information booth turnout was low yet many locals back the three day event July 3 4 and 5. Co chairs praise plans while calling for last minute preparations and widespread participation through dressed attire and parades to make the happening a big town success.
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le Mars
Main Street
Bowers Clothing
Linda Pearson
Centennial
Brothers of the Brush
Belles
Roger Athens
Russell Kroepel
Bob Sheeder
Jerry Shrke
Phil Hanan
Carter Pitts
Taxation and Iowa growth clash with business ambition
Spencer Daily Reporter argues state taxes shaping business climate threaten expansion and jobs. Rising taxes on construction advertising and services raise costs, reducing property revenues and employment, risking a slide toward weakened markets and stifled enterprise. The piece warns against policies that curb building, selling and work.
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Spencer Daily Reporter
Iowa
Lowa
Vets Moving Get Release From Liability On GI Home Loans
The Veterans administration warns Iowa veterans moving for summer jobs to obtain written release from loan liability on their GI home loans. VA Des Moines center director A L Pruitt notes transfers occur to avoid schooling disruption, but liability continues until full payoff. Veterans can restore loan entitlement if old loan is paid and use the guaranty for a new home. VA center Des Moines provides details and contact.
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Veterans Administration
Iowa
A. L. Pruitt
Des Moines
Le Mars looks forward to centennial exposition celebration
In a warm note a former resident expresses pride in Le Mars and excitement for the upcoming centennial exposition. The writer plans to attend or participate briefly, praising the town’s seriousness and spirit.
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le Mars Daily Sentinel
Legislature OKs $5147 Million Two Year Budget Plan
Iowa lawmakers approve a two year state budget totaling 5147 million, slightly above Gov. Ray’s recommendation. Fiscal Director Rankin notes average annual appropriation near 514.7 million, with past overestimates in homestead credits and adjustments affecting the apparent total.
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DES Moines
IDPA
Gerry D. Rankin
Robert D. Ray
Comptroller’s Office
Homestead Credit
Mail bag defends land grants and railroads myths
Letter criticizes a Sentinel article by Don Graff arguing land grants were not gifts, noting less than 10 percent of mileage involved and that railroads paid in return through reduced rates. Illinois Central official H. F. Davenport praises railroads’ public interest while detailing state school aid, Medicaid budgeting quirks, and revenue projections amid a tight fiscal outlook.
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the Sentinel
Don Graff
Enterprize Association
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