21 Jun 1956
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1956
Page
1
William G. Werner of Proctor and Gamble urged clear prompt information from the press and forecasting good policies. He warned against overblown news releases and said true public relations builds trust by addressing faults and telling the whole story.
A 1903 to present comparison notes 466 fireworks deaths in 1903 versus one last year. The Fourth of July auto accident fatalities rose to 407 as the motor era grew, prompting calls that progress in preventing holiday deaths is minimal. The piece cites bans by states on dangerous fireworks and includes quotes about society and media from editors in Iowa.
State University of Iowa reading specialist told the fifth annual library workshop that librarians should tailor book choices to poorer readers. He noted many children read below grade level and urged librarians to estimate grade levels and seek suitable titles.
Jones county farmers eyeing the soil bank program this crop year should visit the Monticello county ASC office without delay. Richard Hartwig calls for quick action to learn requirements and deadlines to qualify, warning oats clipping or other tasks before knowing the facts is unwise.
Chairman Hartwig says many Jones county farmers still need information on the soil bank program and urged quick action. Farmers should know exact acreage in corn and wheat to receive advice on meeting soil bank requirements.
Gary G. Less and Pvt. Dennis F. Malloy of Cascade began six months of training at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri under the Reserve Forces act. They receive eight weeks of basic training then advanced instruction and may complete service in local reserve or national guard units. Less is a 1956 Loras Academy graduate from Dubuque and Malloy a 1954 Campion Academy graduate from Prairie du Chien.
Community readers are urged to share noteworthy items with The Express reporters. Call numbers 6 or 7 to submit tips, events, or brief notices for possible publication in upcoming editions.
Stephen Edwards earned first prize and a compass for the most original hobo costume at the Cub Scout meeting in the American Legion room last Friday. About 26 boys attended with Den 8 winning the attendance trophy for the third time, led by Mrs. Clarence Hosford.
Two young local men in the Monti cello area are listed in the armed forces. Ronald D. Behrends is stationed at Camp Dewey with USNTC Great Lakes. Jerry E. Shaw is listed with E.R.17442.
A fragment lists Co A G Bn 2nd Basic Training Regt 3rd Platoon at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri indicating unit organization and training assignment in a wartime context.
Mrs. Maria Jensen, of Dysart, marked her 105th birthday and remains active reading, sewing, and watching television as she enjoys good health and daily activities.
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