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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1972
Page
2
The Malvern Leader argues the U S Supreme Court standard is spreading, noting Nishna Valley voters will decide next Monday whether to align their school district director map with one-man one-vote. The editorial cautions rural districts may resist change yet urges citizens to back capable candidates and reform to improve governance.
Valerie writes to her father in a birthday note from the U S Navy praising him and their family morals while highlighting how proud she is of him and how she loves him. The excerpt emphasizes the value of a loving father and the sacrifices of military service.
A reader from Creston writes to the editor complaining of weed overgrowth and damaged grave markers at Malvern Cemetery. The note laments poor maintenance of the last resting place for families and loved ones, urging improvements. The editor says mowing has improved since the visit and will be back in good shape.
The writer deplores the Lincoln State Fair as muddy crowded and overpriced while praising a gas powered and propane fueled displays. They note the Wankel engine car and eco friendly exhibits as hopeful signs for rural revitalization and Midwestern progress.
Southwest Iowans have had to look to Nebraska for services. Notes from Animal Farm recount a stray puppy dilemma and humane attempt to rehome the waif with local families, ending with a call for someone to adopt the adorable pup and a contact number.
Reports to Sheriff Ed Barkus detail several crashes near Glenwood and Pacific Junction from August 22 to August 30. Sheryl Hillhouse lost control of a Volkswagen causing 100 dollars in damage. William Green’s 1961 Buick incurred 400 dollars. A collision involving Gail Catron’s Datsun and Roger Hudson’s truck left the Datsun with 2500 dollars in damage and Catron cited for no license. Roy Brunk and Robert McBride collided injuring both drivers. McBride cited for failing to stop. Jerry Kellison, a passenger, suffered facial cuts and Brunk possible internal injuries. both hospitalized. John Cowardin’s single-car crash totaled a 1969 Chevrolet with injuries to arm and chest, treated at hospital.
Mills County Democrats held a 6:30 meeting on September 6 at the Glenwood courthouse to plan county candidate appearances at community celebrations and homecoming events and to discuss campaign needs for the upcoming election.
William H. Harbor, Speaker of the House, argues after conventions that voters must engage in the two months ahead to shape the nation. He laments apathy and urges active participation in choosing leaders, warning against passive acceptance of second best.
Arnold Paulson former NFIO criticizes past opposition to the National Farmers Organization collective bargaining program. He cites law and history behind the right to bargain, recalls Andrew Wolstead, and urges active citizen involvement and defense of farm individualism amid a national election year. He invokes Patrick Henry to call for renewed patriotism.
Mills County Red Cross ran a Standard First Aid Multi Media Course at Mills County State Bank Courtesy rooms. Thirteen attended the all day Aug 25 training using films workbooks and practical skills. Instructors were Helen Boles Donna Meyers Louise Ramsey Jane Ross and Gene Edwards in Glenwood and Pan Obrecht and Bonnie Mansfield from Malvern. A second class may be scheduled in October possibly in evenings. Contact Mills County First Aid Chairman Mrs Clarence Boles Jr Glenwood.
East Liberty society page lists numerous dinners visits and visits among residents including Homer Mayberry Claude Stephens Phoebe Goodell and guests from Omaha Arvada Glenwood Randolph Hastings Lincoln and Lincoln area. A birth announced Allen James Darnold with family details. Social calendar covers picnics plane meets and hotel visits across multiple towns.
The Malvern Leader is entered in the post office at Malvern Iowa as second class mail matter under the act of Congress of March 3 1878.
Eighteen members eight guests and one leader attended the Ingraham Straight Shooters Helub meeting on August 16 at Tim Reinert s home. Martin Richter spoke on Farm Ponds and Safety while John Skerritt presented Go Big Red for the State Fair. Lunch was served by Mrs. O Rourke and Mrs. Reinert. Barb Richter Reporter.
Hastings Jr. Feeders met July 13 at the Schoening home with 13 members answering roll call. Danny Boyer spoke on What Are Rabies, Jim Williamson discussed Improving A Swine Herd, and Bruce Bryant presented Livestock Terms. Refreshments were served by Mrs Schoening and David Leu. Reporter Silver Cloud 4-H Club held an Achievement Show July 20 at the Methodist Church with entries judged in the morning and a style show featuring Mary Smith, Beth Robbins, and Marilyn Sinner.
Mrs George Dennis of Maquoketa maintains a doll collection of over 250 pieces. Highlights include a 1750 Italian bisque, a 1500 year old pre Columbian clay doll from Mexico, and her own first doll from 1020. She acquires pieces via fellow collectors or gifts and has earned many ribbons at exhibitions.
Mrs Eda Blackman spent a day with Mrs Gladys Williams. Mr and Mrs Fred Smith from Lupine Ore arrive to stay until after Labor Day. They and Mrs Williams and Mrs Irene Wolfe hosted a natives evening supper. The Hendersons from Kristi and Kay and their parents visited Des Moines for the Iowa State Fair, returning Thursday evening.
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