19 May 1972
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Newspaper
Iowa Le Mars Daily Sentinel
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1972
Page
1
An editorial reflection on violence in American politics following the attempted assassination of George Wallace. It argues that violence cannot define democracy, calls for open discourse and multiple viewpoints, and warns that a culture of intimidation could undermine the electoral system and public trust.
The Wallace shooting prompts debate on bigotry and how to curb it. Readers are urged to discuss war and education calmly, avoid protests that incite violence, and reassess attitudes toward civil disobedience and confrontation in shaping an orderly society.
Dr Lamb argues heavy exertion injures the heart and stresses regular, moderate activity like walking. He cites Jim Thorpe and his grandfather’s longevity, notes risks from overemphasis on weight, alcohol, and poor habits, and stresses gradual training before intense effort while football may not optimally condition the heart. He cites Harvard rowing studies to support long athletic lifespans.
The president announced a nationwide toll free heroin hotline the number 800 368 5363 is manned in Washington around the clock by trained operators under federal supervision. Callers may report information on heroin pushers without revealing identity and with full rights protected.
Community calendar notes a May 18-20 run of Web of Murder at Le Mars little theater with performances at 8 p.m. Also listed are May 19 missionary program at Assembly of God church with Rev. Jerry Robeson, May 22 senior citizens meeting at KC hall, and May 22 Third Order of St. Francis at St. Joseph church. May 23 Catholic ladies club event in St. Joseph parish parlors.
A reader memorializes Mrs Esther Smith, longtime Le Mars library host and resource. She treated patrons from all social strata, securing requested volumes like Woodrow Wilson works, and offered gentle support while guiding readers through their differences. The writer thanks her for years of service and kindness.
Two car collision at the junction of highway 3 and 71 north of Storm Lake injures three people. Alan Dandy 20 Sioux Rapids Suzanna Brauschweig 20 Webb and William Hoffman 77 Akron treated and released. Hoffman charged with failure to yield after a stop. Dandy's car $900 damage Hoffman's car a total loss. Brauschweig a passenger.
A cluttered local notice highlights upcoming fiction and nonfiction titles including Doctor's Destiny by Seifert and The Walking Trip by Buckmaster. It notes a summer reading program starting June 5 to July 8 led by Mrs. Van DeWater, with children signing up for the adventure.
A four year old John Deere riding mower valued around 1000 dollars was stolen from a district parking area last Wednesday. A fisherman 10 miles north of Le Mars on the Floyd River found it Thursday afternoon, with front wheels in the river, and alerted authorities. The machine was returned to Cherokee. serial number papers were with it and the state tag remained attached. The thief remains unknown as no one was found with the mower.
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