Better schools create a new social order in America
The essay argues that schools, not universities, define citizenship and civil rights progress. It notes public schools anchor community, influence housing, employment, and care, and that shifting to suburbs threatens urban civic bonds. It warns promises of lower taxes clash with demand for better schools and higher teacher pay.
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Area Deaths Garrett Wickers 61
Garrett Wickers 61 Mau Rice farmer died at home from a personal safety related gunshot Sunday per Sioux County Coroner Charles Vander Ploeg. He had cancer and was found deceased at his residence.
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Garrett Wickers
Maurice
Sioux County
Charles Vander Ploeg
Wickers
People Leaving for the Country Answer Why They Are Departing
Readers note a common reply among individuals heading abroad. They cite economic pressures, seeking safety, or better opportunities as primary motives for leaving, reflecting broader social and regional trends.
Community mourns mortality in Maurice. family tragedy noted
A Maurice resident was found dead in a basement after returning from church. He suffered a shotgun head wound. Funeral services are set for 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the First Reformed Church in Maurice with Rev. Donald Bloom officiating, burial in Maurice cemetery. Co-operative Funeral Service of Sioux Center handles arrangements. Born Aug 11, 1899 in Lebanon Kaw, he farmed in Maurice 37 years. Survivors include widow Margaret, seven sons and five daughters, plus numerous relatives and at least one in Korea. A large list of survivors and local business acknowledgments follow in the notice.
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Lebanon
Kaw
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Marlin
Orange City
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Myron
Alton
Westmar College Appraises Constituency Ahead of Council Meeting
In preparation for the Development Council of Westmar College meeting on February 27 and 28, the college is conducting a comprehensive constituency and resource appraisal. The note lists three brothers, three sisters, and 19 grandchildren.
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Westmar College
Westmar
Westmar study outlines college developments through 1972
President H. H. Kalas leads Westmar's study with a full chart of proposed campus developments. Target dates include 1965 marking the college's 76th anniversary and 1972, reflecting planned growth and milestones.
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Westmar
Staging Holiday Craft and Home Tips From Mrs Becker
A funky collection of homemaker tips from Mrs Dottie Becker of Minnesota includes balloon decorations, a gas incinerator gift idea, holiday rice dressing, stained glass window decor, a magical “winning hand” gift card concept, and a natural gas endorsement by Northern Natural Gas Company.
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Minnesota
Millie Lien
Northern Natural Gas Company
Iowa Public Service Company
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