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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1972
Page
6
Des Moines Register feature on City Marshal Benny Kling drew letters from across the state praising his law enforcement philosophy and requesting uniform patches for collectors. Kling reported no crank or derogatory mail was received.
The Malvern Rescue Unit, praised for speed and skill, asks donors to raise about 3500 for a heart monitor. Since starting just over a year ago the team has saved lives en route to a hospital 30 miles away. The device would allow radio electrocardiograms to aid emergency surgeons and extend community service.
The Malvern town council Monday discussed the proposed sewage treatment plant and the pool construction progress. Mayor Jon Kemp said the EPA completed an environmental assessment with no detrimental impact and would not issue a statement. Rain slowed pool work, and Kemp and Councilman Marian Jones cited county crime commission meetings. Routine bills were approved before adjournment.
Malvern Rotary members contribute 50 dollars toward a 3,500 dollar goal to purchase a heart monitor for the Malvern rescue unit. The unit aims to expand service as emergency medical technicians operate locally, inviting further donations from the public. Also noted: Malvern Business & Professional Women Finance Committee met to discuss plans, including a chicken noodle supper on December 2 at the Community building, and a turkey supper at United Methodist Church on November 15 with prices for adults and children.
Marilyn Sowers daughter of Mr and Mrs Merrill Sowers Emerson Kansas is among nine Tabor College students listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities Selections announced by John Bower Honors committee chair Sowers a Social Work major participated in Community Services and coordinated Mills County Youth Opportunity program duties last summer She aims to work in public agency and pursue a master’s in Social Work after graduating from Nishna Valley Community High School
The Malvern Community Schools Student Loan Fund launches its annual drive to fund loans for graduates pursuing college or trade training. Since 1959, 44 applicants have received $28,675 from donations and 127 memorials, with $18,524.94 in donations by September 1972. Contributions welcome via Mrs I L Donner secretary treas or vice president W C Baer.
The Mills County Republican central committee faced a brief, intense campaign effort in the 1972 election. Chairman Robert Banner and finance chairman Bob Buffington resigned in early November, citing disaffection with the party after state and national conventions. Mrs. Lucille Martindale became chairwoman, with Clarald Rogers as co-chairman and Edgar Cook as finance chairman.
Mrs Penny Thomas began duties Monday as clerk in the office of County Assessor Henry Markel. She and husband David moved from Nashville to Glenwood to replace resigning Alice Shipley. In Mills County GOP dominated elections, Nixon led over McGovern and Dick Clark won the Senate seat while Bill Scherle retained his House seat as Tom Harkin gained ground in populated counties. Mineola reported first at 9:59 p.m. Glenwood II last at 4 a.m. Wednesday.
Malvern Commercial Club plans its November meeting at Val's Cafe on Thursday the 16th at 6 30 p.m. The agenda includes the Holiday promotion welcome plan lighting and Santa’s Malvern visit set for Saturday Dec 23 at 3 p.m. Acting president Pete Graham urges attendance.
Bill Clay, 25, was injured on a farm east of Malvern when a hunting companion discharged a 12 gauge shotgun. Pellets lodged in his neck and head. he was treated by Dr Rafael Roure and sent to Mercy hospital for pellet removal. No serious injury resulted.
Tickets go on sale for the Malvern Firemen's Frolic on November 25. Ma Dunn and orchestra provide the music with a new 7:30 floor show by Bill Gilbert and Kis Chantry Special Choir before the dance from 9 until after midnight.
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