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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1963
Page
5
Fragmentary text argues free enterprise would die by bureaucratic government. It reflects a critical, opinionated stance on government overreach and the burden of regulation.
The author argues Iowa should let the people choose liquor policy, noting a long history of failures from prohibition to liquor by the drink. They urge skepticism about any plan promising stricter enforcement and warn that more outlets increase drinking and violations. The piece maintains the public, via lawmakers, has an undeniable right to decide the system.
Britain weighs a Soviet oil deal amid high unemployment and social strain. Prime Minister Macmillan warned that 300000 unemployed means too few workers, while 600000 prompts fears of a relapse into hardship. The plan reportedly involves Britain buying 2 to 3 million tons of oil below world price in exchange for shipbuilding contracts.
Harlem columnist argues Adam Clayton Powell damages racial understanding by attacking critics as biased, citing ethical lapses, absence from duties, and expense questions. The piece claims his rebuttal centers on collective vice and race, comparing Powell unfavorably to Ralph Bunche.
The piece argues that the USSR responds only to tough talk and accuses Russian spokesmen of bad faith. It claims Western efforts to secure on-site inspections have eroded to proposals of seven inspections annually, warning that softness benefits world communism.
Scotch Grove Women’s Community club met in February at Mrs. August Schrader’s home with Mrs. Harry Paulsen assisting. New president Mrs. R A Naylor and Mrs. Henry Hanssen led a cherry dessert luncheon and a music filled program. Members pledged future service, discussed opening homes to foreign students, and noted the Rural Women’s Day theme International Friendship.
Mrs Emil Poppe and others helped Mr and Mrs Eugene Redmond move to a new home on Feb 19. Anna Redmond stayed several days to help settle before returning Friday evening. A surprise potluck celebrated Conrad Monck and wife’s 25th anniversary with many Amber and Anamosa residents attending including the Siebels and Monck families. The group also noted attendance at the state wrestling finals in Waterloo. Dinner guests at the Emil Poppe home on Sunday included numerous Amber residents.
Afternoon visitors from Center Jet Monticello and nearby towns attended the Amber club gathering at the Amber school on Thursday. Vice president Clara Heeren led the meeting with Bert Ballou presenting film slides from his trip abroad. Hostesses were Mrs. Dirks Engelbart Siebels Willis and Tobiason. many members and families attended. Henry Thelien Golden anniversary observed Sunday.
Thursday afternoon guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Weber included Mrs. Art Weber Mrs. Henry Marek Mrs. Wilbur Cartano and others. Sunday dinner guests gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pat McQuillan of Cascade. Dorothy Bader returned home with the Dodens and stayed overnight with Connie.
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