Uncomfortable numbers stir tax reform debate in US
An economist notes inflation adjusted stock market at 450 while the Dow peaked near 381 before its 1929 collapse. The Chamber of Commerce outlines a five point tax plan to boost investment, create jobs, and reduce inflation, urging equity and capital formation as Carter and Congress shape policy.
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Savings bond sales report for September and state progress
Gordon L. Mennen, Plymouth County chairman, reports September series E and H bonds sales totaling $874,706 at 64 percent of goal. Iowa September sales reach $8,297,415, up $739,235 from last year. nine month state total $83,314,869 at 70 percent of 1977 goal. Top counties by percent of goal include Shelby 112, Marshall 104, Winnebago 98, Mills 93, Madison 90, Jefferson 86, East Pottawattamie 85, Adair 83, Lucas 83, Boone 82. Bonds available from banks and associations, starting at $25 Series E bond for $18.75. Other counties listed: Sioux 383,683 at 71 percent. Woodbury 2,871,871 at 70 percent. Cherokee 234,977 at 60 percent.
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le Mars
Plymouth County Savings Bonds
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Mills
Madison
Jefferson
East Pottawattamie
Adair
Lucas
Boone
Mennen
Sioux County
Woodbury County
Cherokee County
Hobby show trip being planned to Ato-Rad race track
Evelyn Sievers, driver of the Plymouth county minibus, says a trip to the Ato-Rad race track hobby show this Saturday depends on enough passengers. Those wanting to attend may call 546-6720 for reservations. all calls should be received by Friday.
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Evelyn Sievers
Plymouth County
Jefferson Woman Finds 16 Pound Edible Mushroom
Kathleen Jobusch of Jefferson discovered a 16 pound mushroom over two feet wide. The specimen is reported edible in the Jefferson Herald.
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Kathleen Jobusch
Jefferson
Jefferson Herald
Le Mars man buys Orange City restaurant
Le Mars resident Tom Stoeber buys Debo's Restaurant in Orange City from Bill Engel effective December 1. Stoeber, an eighth grade social studies teacher and high school golf coach at Le Mars Community Schools, may continue teaching while possibly moving his family to Orange City. He plans to work personally in the restaurant and may dedicate more time to Tony's Drive In in Le Mars.
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Bill Engel
le Mars
Debo’s
Orange City
Tom Stoeber
Stoeber
Georgia
Troy
Gretchen
Tiffany
Tammy
Engels
Tony
Alton-Orange City
Democrat
Must confer with Santa before all promises
A jumble of notes references Santa promises a new car drawing on Friday December 23 and mentions Westmar college, Dr Wade, merchants farewell to families, and the growth of legal aid. It reads like a holiday era diary item with sporadic reflections on shopping, conformity, and family gifts.
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Westmar College
Westmar
Dr. Wade
Santa
CARE holiday food crusade supports world’s poorest families
CARE appeals during the holiday season to raise funds for nourishing meals and essential services for over 25 million people in more than 30 countries. The drive supports food distribution, nutrition centers, schools, and self-help programs, urging readers to donate to CARE at 660 First Ave, New York.
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CARE
International Aid and Developing Agency
Africa
Asia
Latin America
Middle East
First Ave
New York
N.Y
Reader speculates on great blue heron in photo
In a Nov 23 24 issue of the Daily Sentinel a reader questions whether a black and white image shows a great blue heron Ardea herodias. She notes slate gray plumage with white around the head, about 38 inches long and up to 70 inch wingspan, a shore bird seen near ponds, lakes, and rivers. The bird is listed as a common migrant and summer resident by the state conservation commission and is protected by federal and state laws. Patricia Williams, route 1, Hinton.
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Daily Sentinel
Ardea Herodias
State Conservation Commission
Cookie jar display at Herman Putney home in Charles City
Charles City Press reports Herman Putney keeps 110 cookie jars, with 85 showcased on shelves at the stairhead to the second floor. The remaining jars, older and more valuable, are packed away for safekeeping in the residence.
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Herman Putney
Charles City
Charles City Press
Reading Faces Through Physiognomy The Claims
A long discussion explains physiognomy the art of judging character from facial features. It cites eye, nose, mouth, forehead and ear shapes as clues to personality traits and talents. The piece urges skepticism and self-reflection, ending with a caveat to discount bad readings and enjoy good ones briefly.
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