21 Dec 1967
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Newspaper
Iowa Le Mars Daily Sentinel
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1967
Page
1
The piece argues that rising government roles at all levels require Americans and especially businesses to engage in public affairs. It criticizes the Washington reflex of throwing money at problems and warns that irresponsible actions by management and labor push toward broader government involvement and compulsory arbitration, threatening freedoms.
A Storm Lake Register reader’s critique lists eight points on U.S. politics in 1967. It laments Vietnam conduct, tight money, farm prices, Democratic majorities, Great Society taxes, inflation, moon program pork barrel concerns, and perceived government dishonesty, suggesting Republicans could win in 1968 if united.
Local shoppers race to finish gifts with two days remaining as Le Mars Savings Bank notes checks payable to churches. Harriet Kovaleske’s music adds extra holiday cheer while Navajo families in Arizona face a cool Yule. Tax tips mix with festive jokes as haircuts become a taxed experience.
The piece argues Christmas is commercial yet meaningful as merchants support employment and taxes. It defends gift giving as a yearly spirit, praises Santa and Santa letters, and notes the season reminds us of God’s gift despite critiques that only government should give.
In November Town recorded 78 traffic deaths, with 24 preventable if seat belts had been used. Fatalities spanned 52 of 99 counties, with distribution across counts and time of day. Data show 44 night and 34 day deaths, 23 females and 55 males, and multiple crash types including head on, run stops, and excessive speed.
A review of Salary Schedules in Iowa Schools 1967 68 shows large pay gaps for teachers with BA and MA degrees. Starting BA salaries range from 5,200 to 6,000, while MA starts from 5,500 to 7,080. Max BA pay reaches 9,360 in St Ansgar and 6,200 in Lenox. MA max tops 11,108 at Sioux Center and 11,078 at Gowrie Prairie.
Public safety officials urged motorists to belt up as 11 lives could be saved this year and 24 more in November. Commissioner Jack Fulton noted the month shows a teenside decline from last year but many deaths could have been prevented with seat belt use. He framed seat belt installation as the best Christmas gift for families.
Adolph Scheel of Long Beach California died of a heart attack early this week. He is a former Remsen resident whose parents were among Remsen's early settlers. Funeral services for Mr Scheel were held Thursday December 21.
Deeds conveyance: Dean Borchers to Arnold Ras mus Lot 1 Block 26 South Side 2nd Addition Le Mars for 1 dollar. Chicago and North Western Railway Company to LeRoy V Laude Part West half of the Northeast Quarter 27-90-43 for 180 dollars.
A damaged OCR fragment from Le Mars Daily Sentinel shows masthead details and subscription pricing. Mentions weekday publication, editor names, staff roles, and carrier plus mail rates for Plymouth county and outside areas. Specifics include two weeks 60 cents, nine months 11.70, one year 15.60, and monthly mail options.
Dennis the Menace cartoonist Ketchum expresses thanks to friends relatives and neighbors for cards visits while a patient at Floyd Valley hospital. He also thanks hospital staff Father L J LaVelle and Dr Vander Stoep for calls and thoughtfulness.
A teacher asks first graders how Noah spent his time on the ark. With no immediate reply, she prompts the class to guess what he did during the voyage.
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