29 Nov 1956
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1956
Page
1
The piece argues parents shape a child’s courage responsibility and compassion. It cites studies and expert quotes on how home life versus institutional training affects youth behavior and honesty. It emphasizes parent influence begins in infancy and demands active effort with deep rewards.
A Consumers Reports analysis notes two stamp collecting mindsets and weighs whether trading stamps raise food prices or attract shoppers. It cites psychology claims that savers feel thrifty, while critics say stamps simply raise costs. The piece concludes stamps may be beneficial if premiums are chosen wisely and backed by established firms.
The column argues that people accept seemingly rational statements when they align with desires. It uses examples like equality claims to show flawed logic and warns many avoid examining their own reasoning. It notes that prejudice often accompanies claimed rationality.
The Postmaster urges early mailing during the Christmas season to ease congestion at busy times. Advice includes tying down letters and separating focal mail from outward mail to speed processing, with clerks hoping customers cooperate for timely arrivals. The piece notes regional publication details of Monticello Express and associated offices.
The Lakeville Journal cites insurance data showing 16 to 25 year olds have the worst driving record and insurers raise rates 20 to 60 percent. It argues youths lack judgment, contrasts boys and girls in the age group, and urges parents to consider the exposed risk as rates fall or rise.
The column cites Harlan Miller at a Tri City Rotary meeting in Des Moines noting admiration for the Express headline about his talk. Miller warned a persistent “Russian problem” across lifetimes and generations, reflecting on Cold War era discourse.
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