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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1968
Page
11
The chorus of criticism on Vietnam policy grows louder with no leader proposing a clear alternative. Voters worry about leaving South Vietnam to the North, while no credible new policy has emerged to replace current approaches.
The Malvern Leader argues the U S commitment to South Vietnam began under Eisenhower and continued through Kennedy and Johnson. It calls for a ceasefire followed by a supervised election, with outside observers to guarantee fairness, but notes the Communists will not agree, requiring continued pressure until negotiations are possible.
The community notes a long winter of neglect has left the business district untidy. Merchants are urged to sweep walks and premises while town workers clear streets. A heavy rain could wash away winter buildup as preparations begin for spring cleanup.
In response to inquiries about replanting trees, Ordinance No 151 of the Town of Malvern mandates that trees be replanted in the parking area. The notice specifies the ordinance as the governing rule for the required landscape work.
A Malvern Iowa ordinance regulates street trees to beautify the town. It requires uniform planting mid street, trimming rules with at least twelve feet clearance, and council power to remove dangerous trees at cost to adjoining property. Penalties include up to thirty days in jail or a $100 fine. Passed July 1963.
Allen J. Hall a Navy patrol near the 17th parallel and DMZ wrote of quiet Chu Lai visit and a Vietnam encounter with children. He penned a poem urging peace and hope as his ship heads to Japan and Hawaii home.
Friday supper guests at the Mrs. Ernest Alberts home included Mrs. Alton Alberts of Strahan Community and Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Alberts, Eugene and Randy. Eugene’s 21st birthday on Feb 17 was belatedly celebrated.
A reader urges farmers and merchants to back the NFO holding action arguing media reports misstate market receipts. The letter claims large markets show receipts figures inflated and suggests prices should be set like other businesses with farmers controlling food. The writer insists the farmer owns the food and calls for shutoff to achieve parity.
Classified ad notes a big box of 500 sheets typing paper 32 by 11 inches priced at $1.37 plus tax at The Leader office. Advertisement copy promotes using want ads to pay.
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