07 Feb 1957
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1957
Page
1
Our view argues entertainers ignore timely appearances and break engagements, citing Duke Ellington Dick Haymes and Spike Jones as examples. The piece urges non profits and schools to back down from unfair contracts and hire replacement performers to avoid costly lawsuits.
Jerry Parsons resigns from Jones County extension after three years with the 4-H program. His efforts boosted membership and activity, shaping youth into capable individuals. The extension council and staff at Iowa State College wish him well with the state 4-H program.
The Monticello Express, Monticello Iowa weekly newspaper, lists publication details and staff roles including publisher H. M. Jones and editors Fred Tunks Nancy Daischer and Doreen Streeper. Advertising reps are Newspaper Advertising Service and Iowa Press Advertising Service. Subscription rates vary by county.
The Ex press begins a series with Dr. Miriam L. Neff and the hospital board to explain operations and finances for the John McDonald hospital. It notes the building fund, non profit status, and how excess funds fund equipment for better patient care.
Carnegie Foundation President John W. Gardner notes that the intellectual, once fired during McCarthyism, now enjoys renewed respect as society coddles and elevates gifted specialists. He urges broad education to prevent future skill obsolescence within a decade.
Cascade society items report Mrs. R P Neiers Mrs James Davis and Mrs P N Knepper attending the American Legion Auxiliary midwinter convention in Des Moines. Celebrations include Mrs William Driscolls 80th birthday dinner with family and friends in Cascade. Additional visits and weekend gatherings involve local residents and surrounding towns.
Center Junction Woman's club met January 30 at Mrs. Dwayne Moses home. Vice President Russell Jamieson chaired in president's absence. Read letter from New Zealand pen pal. Re-elected recreation center board members Jamieson and Smith. Programs covered prejudice quotient and Indian-Americans portrait. discussion on color line shifts. Local reports note visits to Ralph Husmann home and news contact listing for February.
The Dyersville Sale Barn hosts its 83rd special consignment dairy cattle sale on Tuesday February 12 starting at 1:00 PM with cattle in barn by 11:30 AM. The event features dairy cows and breeding bulls including 22 Holsteins from Nederhiser and Maiers Cascade herd, health papers provided, and an added attraction. O J Hess, manager.
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