Recall of early days at Alton Democrat editor role
An editorial reminiscence recounts the Alton Democrat's early leadership, its editors, and the paper’s evolution through decades. It notes key figures such as Bryan and others, changes in circulation, and the paper’s shift to family ownership since 1915, with reflections on the paper’s role in local politics and community life.
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Aiden Democrats
Alton Democrat
Tee Oxy
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Swerata
Decca
Tie
Bryan
Grst
Tee
Charles Harnere
Democrat
Wetana
Battle Lake
Minn
Andover
Welova
John Ste
Patdicher
Dermo
Camaer Implement Co
Heey
Demonet Te Doses
Oinctydes
Besos
Gabtaine Peader
Aden Coud
Alton Domberet
Press releases misuse harms of public trust
Congressman Florence P. Dwyer voices concern over press releases shaping public perception and pressuring officials. She calls for focus on precise shortcomings, corrective action, and safeguards against power abuses, urging clear thinking and careful speech in Congress.
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Pablo
Iso
Onda Tees
Ulds
Tastad
Fobtes
Relyoen
Florence P. Dwyer
New Jersey
Congress
Hospital and court notices from Sioux City area
Notices report patients at St Vincent, St Luke Lutheran, and Sacred Heart hospitals with names Caryl Tanks, Tallis Keith, Richard Krause. thanks from the Delperdang family. traffic court entries for Jefferson H Bynum and Donald Beech. appreciation for fire department aid at the Probst farm.
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Richard Krause
Hinton
St. Luke Lutheran Hospital
Sioux City
Jefferson H. Bynum
Akron
Gone
Iowa study proposes Department of Agricultural and Industrial Development
The Public Administration service envisions a new Iowa Department of Agricultural and Industrial Development to bridge private and public bodies. It would absorb duties from the Iowa Development Commission and other agencies, oversee state fair support, and coordinate with the U S Department of Agriculture. A seven-division structure and a governor appointed commissioner are proposed, with a state development council advisory to the commissioner.
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Department of Agricultural and Industrial Development
Iowa
The
Public Administration Service
Iowa Development Commission
Iowa Aeronautics Commission
State Marketing Board
Department of Agriculture
Iowa Dairy Industry Commission
Mississippi River Parkway Commission
Beef Producers Assn
Crop Improvement
Horticultural Society
PAS
Iowa State Fair Board
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Commis
Iowa to form 11 member development board
Harrison Weber reports that Iowa contemplates an 11 member board for economic development. Four members would be legislators, two from each house, meeting on the commissioner's call. Members would be unpaid but reimbursed for expenses. Experts urge centralization to coordinate development efforts across state government.
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Sioner
Safety congress urges Iowa drivers on car lighting and passing
Report from the National Safety congress in Chicago by DPI consultant Donald Koroch urges Iowa motorists to never pass by crossing yellow lines, use parking lights only when parked, turn on lights at sunset and during poor visibility, and replace burnt bulbs within an hour. Convention topics included education via television and vehicle safety in traffic accidents.
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National Safety Congress
Chicago
Donald Koroch
DPI
Educaior
Iowa
Card of Thanks and Bereavement Notices
Expressions of appreciation for sympathy, meals, cards, and visits after the death of a wife and mother. Thanks extended to Sisters, nurses, clergy, and caregivers including Father Dalhoff, Dr. Vander Stoep, Rev. Varce, and Rev. Golden Thompson. Names listed: Edward D Buss, Vincent E Buss, Warren Mayer and spouses. Additional thanks from M Gengler family and George Gas family for expressions of sympathy.
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Father Dalhoff
Vander Stoep
Rev
Varce
Golden Thompson
Edward D. Buss
Vincent E. Buss
Warren Mayer
Easton Named Farm Bureau Delegate at Des Moines Meet
Roger Easton is elected one of nine voting delegates to attend the National Farm Bureau convention in Las Vegas December 4 to 8. He and Mrs. Easton plan to visit relatives in route, with plans to extend travel to California and Washington after the convention. Earlier a pre Thanksgiving dinner honored three family birthday anniversaries at the Easton home with relatives from Westfield and Sioux City in attendance.
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Roger Easton
State Farm Bureau
Des Moines
Easton
National Farm Bureau
Las Vegas
California
Washington
Ed Yaeger
Willis Grey
Jeanine Easton
Darrell Easton
Westfield
Wills Grey
Craig
Sioux City
Carl Johnson
Life’s end for Sioux City boxing figure William R. Jackson
William R. Jackson, 55, of Sioux City and former tavern owner and boxing promoter, died Friday after a long illness. Born Feb 3, 1911, he lived in Sioux City and ran venues such as the Half Moon Oasis and Pin Up since 1929. He boxed locally 1922–1929 and promoted fights at Riverview Park after World War II. Survived by three sons, two daughters, a brother, a sister and three grandchildren.
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William R. Jackson
Sioux City
Oasis
Pinup
Riverview Park
Willam Jr
Robert
James
U.S. Marines
Monterey
Calif
Jean Waddell
Jacquelyn Jackson
Archie
le Mars
Helen Kahler
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Probst Farm
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Agriculture-Industry Department
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Harrison Weber
Safety Congress
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George Gas
Louise Marie Gases
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Lary Tich
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Floyd Valley
Daily Sentinel
Cy Pitts
Plymouth
Mrs. Easton
Virgil Lehmann
Russian Orthodox Church
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Eagles Lodge
Loyal Order of the Moose
Iowa Beverage Assn
Bartenders Union
Family Protector
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