Muscatine Journal Editorial Page Note
The Muscatine Journal lists staff and representative offices in major cities and notes its Associated Press services. Publisher William Fahy, Business Manager Gilbert Dietz, Managing Editor Edwin Walwer, and circulation manager details are given. Representatives are Jane & Kelley, Inc. in several cities.
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Lessons From Japan Rail Than Airlines Competition
Japanese railroads boosted long distance passenger business by introducing high speed service between Tokyo and Osaka. The 822 mile route cut travel time from six hours by fastest train to thirty minutes by jet planes plus airport time. High speed trains now run 50 minute schedules with 26 round trips daily near capacity. The smooth ride attracted riders, reducing drive and airport traffic. Railroads could learn from Japan’s example to regain passenger share.
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Brightening the Season Christmas Lighting Contest Winners
The Christmas home lighting contest sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce announced winners in two divisions. Addresses of prize winners are listed among numerous Muscatine residents who have beautified their premises with seasonal lighted effects. The displays range from modest to elaborate and brighten the city during the holidays.
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Chamber of Commerce
Muscatine
A Conservative View by James J Kilpatrick
Washington observes the Rhodesia crisis and Cuba parallel debates. Kilpatrick notes Britain’s stance on Rhodesia, U.S. sanctions, and the inconsistent moral judgments between Cuba and Rhodesia, citing Churchill era embargos and British trade with Cuba.
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Rhodesia
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Cuba
Ice thickness on river prompts crossing, market need noted
Our Yesterdays recalls a river iced over six to eight inches enabling heavy loads to cross despite water gaps from rising flows. Citizens urge a tay market. residents complain hay stacks near homes, creating a nuisance as winter ends and river levels shift.
President Johnson seeks Viet peace talks amid political pressure
President Johnson pursues possible peace talks with North Vietnam, aiming to show progress before year end. He faces a tough Congress in 1966 as election-year politics loom, with war as a top issue. A perceived peace move could boost Johnson’s prestige and weaken Republican standing. Dr James A Perkins elected chair of United Negro College Fund board, leading 45 trustees from 34 affiliated schools.
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New York
James A. Perkins
Cornell University
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In Love and Infatuation A Bible Tale Echoes
A high school senior Dr Crane speaks of love and butterflies, contrasting true love with infatuation. The piece cites II Samuel 13 where Amnon longs for Tamar, grows sick with desire, and acts on it, using the ancient tale to warn about misreading feelings.
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Amnon and Tamar: a biblical tale of manipulation and assault
A preacher contrasts Jonadab’s scheming with King David’s visit as Amnon schemes to have Tamar released to his bed. Tamar pleads for marriage, but Amnon assaults her, then shames her and expels her. The voice frames Amnon as acting on mere sexual infatuation, not love.
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Tamar
True Dove
Dear Abby Advice Column About Love and Names
Abigail asks consent to name a filly Dear Abby and shares humor about being named after her. The Dear Abby column replies that advising a crush is futile and urges self-improvement over coaching others, noting no one likes being told whom to like.
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Abby
Rible
Letters to the Editor on food aid and fluoridation ethics
Readers discuss wheat gifts to India, urging self help through education and farming methods, population control, and cattle management. Another letter argues against water fluoridation, citing expert opposition and minimal costs, contrasting with nearby communities already fluoridated. Bill Wallis supports municipal fluoridation with positive health notes.
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India
Clarence F. Schmarje
Mulberry Ave
Prayer Reflects Joy and Self Sacrifice in Christ
A devotional excerpt notes the Magi rejoicing at the star and asks for joy to grow this day. It seeks heavenly guidance to replace selfishness with self sacrifice, prayed in Christ’s name.
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