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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1971
Page
4
A University of Michigan survey notes 69 percent of family heads with incomes above 25 000 have some college, while among those earning under 3000, 65 percent have less than 12 grades. The piece argues education correlates with success but cites exceptions and cautions that a college degree does not guarantee a good education.
ERNEST B FURGURSON recalls Ralph Bunche as a pioneering black official whose talents and dignity overcame early prejudice in the State Department and beyond. Bunche rose to lead United Nations peace efforts in Palestine Suez Cyprus Congo and earned lasting recognition without violence.
Washington Senate approval of a Cranston backed amendment would exempt newspapers magazines book publishers and the radio television industry from price and wage controls. Critics say the press earns special privileges and call for its rejection arguing exemptions extend to many other trades and products. The debate centers on the First Amendment and the impact of exemptions on overall economic policy.
The piece argues against special media exemptions in wage and price controls. It cautions that boards may grant case by case favors to some outlets, creating uneven treatment and press coercion. It condemns targeting newsmen and calls for all industries to bear the same burdens.
Readers share faith based views on parental limits and public display, praise pastors, and urge apologies to religious groups. A letter urges support for POW MIA families and requests citizens attend a city board meeting on a refuse station. Christmas reflections encourage giving to the needy and church, and remind readers of Christ as the gift. Dorothy Peak writes from 410 W 2th St.
A mother asks about permitting snacks for a 3 year old. The doctor advises keeping snacks limited and light in the afternoon, reserving protein for meals, and using milk fruit or a small cookie as an afternoon option. Excess protein can blunt dinner appetite and reduce overall eating.
100 years ago notes mention scarce times with fires murders robberies runaways and elopements. Thermometer seven above zero. Candy at C C Smith’s and plans for a grand New Year celebration by colored citizens. A Hershey State Bank robbery scare proved an accidental burglar alarm set off by an employee. Twenty five years ago Virgil Michelberger won the grain and produce show exhibition trophy with 32 entries and 131 points at Muscatine Seed and Supply Co. Nurses Christmas party planned at Hershey hospital nurses home on Nov 19 with Mary Small and Ava Leggins in charge. A $504 check from Automatic Button company employees goes to the Muscatine junior college building fund as part of the Dec 15 public subscription goal for a $400,000 project.
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