30 Oct 1969
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1969
Page
1
Moravia eyes a pivotal election as the town plans growth around Rathbun lake. A single candidate runs for mayor while residents will elect five of seven council hopefuls. Key goals include sewer system improvements and better streets to keep Moravia attractive and well managed.
The text argues tax surcharges and government pay increases strain the economy and may push inflation higher. It notes Congress boosted salaries in March and anticipates labor negotiations in the 1970s. It also highlights a shift to credit cards for purchases and growing use of credit health and accident insurance.
A reader contends with last week's Union editorial and Lee Benz, arguing the Vietnam war is unjust and questioning foreign policy. He cites 38,000 dead and 100,000 wounded, urges citizen voices in government, critiques leaders and propaganda, and defends the Vietnamese and Chinese as former allies.
A reflective statement argues soldiers on both sides bear no quarrel and are driven to kill only by leaders. It calls for listening to the troops who have voices and messages beyond battlefield duties. The speaker presents a peaceable viewpoint urging understanding.
The board adjourned session transacted claims and expenses for various funds. Bids opened for antifreeze and garage roof work were awarded to Farm and Home Supply and O M Wales Construction, respectively. Gas bid awarded to Centerville Skelgan Service. The board also funded erosion control work with the Soil Conservation District and ordered tax cancellation for old age recipient Rena Moore’s property taxes prior to 1968.
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