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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1961
Page
8
Long lines form in Muscatine as 1962 auto license plates go on sale. The article traces the growth of license plate revenue from 1901 origins with home made tags to today’s diverse fees, color schemes, and multi-state rules, noting taxes and yearly charges add to the total auto revenue across the nation.
The piece contrasts U S democracy with Soviet dictatorship by citing Stalin’s downfall, the erasure of his name, and the safety of political figures. It notes Hoover Truman and Eisenhower as living ex presidents who speak freely, gain stature, and remain in public favor, unlike the dissidents in Moscow.
A reflection on stockholder meetings and executive accountability. The author argues shareholders may question leaders politely, while officers should curb abuse and maintain orderly discussion. The piece critiques management focus on fringe benefits, tenure, and growth without profits, urging profits as the true industry measure.
The Muscatine Journal announces its publication schedule with evening editions five days a week and Sunday coverage. It lists staff including Harold L. Nelson and Walter Russell, and notes circulation rates by mail and city carrier delivery. Advertising and subscription offices are described with contact methods and service hours.
James Marlow notes Kennedy’s call for free elections in Cuba clashes with Fidel Castro’s pledge to move Cuba toward communism and a single party. The piece traces U.S. foreign policy norms on recognizing freely chosen governments, recalling Jefferson, Washington, Roosevelt, Churchill, and Wilson to frame the Cuban stalemate and Latin American implications.
A reader recalls a second grade music teacher guiding students to listen for voices and instruments in Mitch Miller's Little Sandy Sleighfoot. Lorna L., 11, showcases musical talent learned from her teacher, while the piece ties in Conradi sparrow experiments and stresses linking music with moral and religious ideals for child development.
New York columnist HAL BOYLE shares quirky mailbag notes on modern life. Jabs at executive dating life, shoe math, swordfish speeds, and witty quips from readers heat a lighthearted column mix. Includes trivia on names and postwar senior citizen stats.
Dear Abby column features a pair of 18 year old twin sisters torn by parental rules on dating within their faith and a reader who finds happiness dating a same faith partner. The page also includes anecdotes about a neighborly fix it tale and a sewing machine offer from a Fayetteville resident.
Our Yesterdays reports Captain J. H. Turner, First Lieutenant George Laurence, and Second Lieutenant John A. Hines elected in the 6th regiment officers. The company remains Muscatine Cedar and Louisa counties based and aims to be strong. Sheriff Hartman buys the Brannan street corner, likely boosting a handsome residence next spring.
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