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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1973
Page
5
Tuesday editorial weighs if beef prices will rise when the cattle freeze ends on September 12. Experts differ. Gary L. Seevers notes overstocked cattle while Earl L. Butz predicts a leveling off after an initial jump, helped by higher crop and cattle production to curb inflation.
The Butz forecast is dismissed as short lived with 1973 food prices predicted 20 percent above 1972 levels, compared to a 3.5 percent rise originally expected by the Agriculture Department. Beef prices face varied pressures beyond the Sept. 12 price freeze end, with fewer feeder cattle and rising grain costs squeezing profitability. Inflation shows few signs of easing as costs rise across the board.
A reader asks why white spots appear on the arms and whether hormones or vitamins play a role. The doctor explains vitiligo as the main cause, notes uncertain cures, and suggests cosmetic solutions or consulting a dermatologist. Another reader asks about intestinal worms from dogs. The doctor confirms possible transmission from infected pets through contaminated hands and stool, advising veterinary check for worms.
Ralph Crawford, a 71 year old Columbus Junction resident, won the 1973 world championship for horseshoe pitching in Eureka California. He began the sport at 66 and has earned many trophies while keeping a quiet, portable life on the road and in tournaments. He credits Jake Davis and two partners Leo Blake and Byron Hafner for his start and prefers the sport for leisure over prize money.
Obituary notices report Edward Moore 52 Elyria OH died with survivors including wife and five children. Ethylle Rexroth 71 died, funeral at Fairbanks-Lamb Chapel. Arthur Bachus 77 funeral at Tipton, former Rock Island native and local official. Walter E Bierkamp 84 Durant former banker died in California with multiple survivors. Details include birthdates, relatives, burial plans, and funeral homes.
Miss Betsy Reedman received two bridal showers hosted by Mrs. Kaalberg and co hosts with blue and purple decor. Guests from Iowa City West Liberty Lone Tree Nichols and Minneapolis attended. A Sunday shower at Mrs Stack featured traveling bingo and gifts opened by Sue Ellen Anthony and Adele Stock. Reedman and Pat Kessler plan to marry September 15 at St Marys Nichols.
Muscatine city council signaled support Monday night for housing four Muscatine Community College students in a mobile home park near the campus. Robert Miller seeks an emergency board of adjustment meeting to override a zoning rule limiting non-related residents to three per unit. Dr. Mark Hopkins cited severe student housing shortages and urged special zoning enforcement allowing two students per dwelling for the four to six week span before units arrive.
The iDaily Report item, drawn from police and court records, details public safety actions including charges of speeding, intoxication, and disturbing the peace, with associated fines and costs. It covers individuals such as Jerry Furnas, Carlos Ramirez, and Gary McKinney, plus notices of admissions, dismissals, and judgments involving several local residents and businesses.
Cub Scout Pack 116 of Lincoln met at Weed park to organize School Night for Scouting on Sept 20 for new boys and parents. Poster contest details, poster size 24 by 36 inches, submission by Sept 6, and judging at the neighborhood school were outlined.
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