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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1961
Page
3
The article argues federal aid rarely meets promises and criticizes state reliance. It notes qualification gaps in Smith Hughes and NDBA funds, cites Malvern example of promised 3867.03 paid 887.02, and urges districts to fund schools locally without depending on federal or state grants. It closes with a Swetchine quote on reform by example.
The Red Oak episode involving private detective Ralph L. Peterson, who aided a Parker case reopening effort for Darrell Walker, drew attention as two men allegedly attacked him and dumped him in the Nishna Botna river. Investigators found no corroboration, risking setbacks in the Walker trial bid.
Mrs R W Mansfield and Mr and Mrs J M Steele depart in their trailers Monday toward Washington DC aiming to be present for Cherry Blossom events. R D Mansfield reports a transmission problem en route with the Mansfield car near Shenandoah, towed to Red Oak for repairs, but the group plans to press on and reunite with the Steeles soon. A Mills County party including J F P Wearin Jr and four cowpunchers visited the Pitchfork ranch near Hyannis Nebraska with Chas D Costello joining as a former ranch hand now resident locally. The party rode in a V eight and Costello, once a horsepower farmer, is noted as a tenderfoot to their travels.
The Senate narrowly approved a bill to dissolve county boards and superintendents once all county schools join a 12 grade system. Critics warn local control would fade as duties shift to the state department and Des Moines. A sub-committee on appropriations plans funding for southern Iowa geologic studies to aid water, minerals, and coal efforts. Nearby residents, C. B. Goodell and Claude Stephens were seen in Red Oak and Hastings visiting for business and to attend final rites for Mrs. Bessie Purcell.
Mills county reports March public assistance totaling 4 655 113 dollars, up 56 101 from February. Old age and independent children aid drive most of the rise with medical costs a major factor. ADC caseload rose by 565 since 1961 start to 2 121 people across 565 cases, average 3 75 per case. Medical services and drugs for disabled recipients added 4 983 dollars to March expenditures.
Miss Jeanie Stille hosted an Easter tea Saturday at her parents’ home, Mr and Mrs Walter Stille. Seven members of her graduating class attended including Karen Hasselquist Kay Newell Darlene Hemmingsen Nancy Knop Phyllis Leu Roberta Schroeder and Sandra Dickersbach.
East Liberty will host Rev. Waterman of Glenwood on Sunday April 23 for Family Night after Easter services. The event includes a talk and photo show by Waterman and follows a morning Easter service by Rev. Merle W. Burris on the Resurrection. Several local families and guests from Omaha Council Bluffs Ashland and Wasley area attended Easter events and dinners.
The Iowa Centennial Commission hosted leaders and guests in a session that included a public hearing on urban renewal and a tribute to Maj. Gen. Grant II. Wm. C. Rathke of Mills County serves on the advisory council of the National Civil War Centennial Commission, highlighting local pride amid debates on federal housing subsidies and road funding. The House discussed medical assistance safeguards for the aged and proposed a truck length increase, with votes reflecting cautious, divided sentiment. The roads panel will hold a public hearing to discuss Road Use Tax Fund distribution and the Automotive Safety Foundation plan, affecting primary, secondary, and local roads.
In a Mills County focus piece the author argues for a fair division of funds among primary, secondary, and city roads, cites agriculture’s $50 million county impact, and warns against sales tax increases this session. The piece urges attention to both rural and urban needs and notes committee changes shaping upcoming legislation.
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