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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1963
Page
4
The Muscatine Rural Fire district received help from Wilton and Durant on Kent Research farm fire, and Morning Sun volunteers aided a Morning Sun business house blaze as temperatures hovered near zero. The outbreak showed neighbors cooperating despite freezing conditions, illustrating a practical Good Neighbor policy at home beyond international diplomacy.
Fidel Castro remains a nuisance and potential threat after alleged gains from base removals. He addressed Latin American representatives with calls for revolution aligned with communist expansion, keeping Cuba depicted as a springboard for communism in the hemisphere. The piece suggests possible U S discipline if needed.
A US antitrust suit seeks GM divestiture of its diesel locomotive unit, arguing GM used shipper clout to pressure railroads. The piece traces GM's rise via Charles Kettering and a light, reliable diesel, noting its impact on costs and the industry.
The Muscatine Journal details its publication status as a second class matter in Muscatine Iowa under act of March 3 1878. It lists staff positions including HANOLD L NELSON publisher and WALTER RUSSELL editor. It notes AP news usage, circulation figures, delivery methods, and subscription rates with mail and city options.
James Marlow analyzes President Kennedy’s first two years, noting overseas gains and failures, cautious domestic leadership, and a controversial failed Cuba invasion. He highlights tax-cut efforts, economic stability, missile diplomacy with the USSR, and slow progress on civil rights and social programs.
A Northwestern psychology professor devised a six month plan for Donna to test whether forced dating could rekindle interest in life. Donna, recently devastated by elopement rumors, met Bob and endured a strict schedule of dates, church attendance, a track meet, art institute visits, and a symphony. Over time she warmed to the experience, recognizing Bob’s kindness but denying romantic feelings while staying committed to the trial. The piece notes their evolving conversation and a pivotal moment when they held hands during a campus walk.
A quirky column notes tall trends in American women while highlighting a mix of statistics and trivia. It cites 15 million women five feet tall or less, cat population estimates, drug prescriptions, amateur musicians, dog bites, and odd anecdotes from around the world, all delivered in a light, humorous voice.
A devotional fragment summarizes biblical trials from Second Corinthians and urges daily witness for Christ. It recalls beatings, shipwrecks, and imprisonment as a call to humility and service, ending with a prayer for submission to God's will through Jesus.
Our Yesterdays recalls a Ball on January 23 at Hare's Hall with Homer providing music and a grand masquerade planned for February 2. A city council debate 7 years ago over slippery pavement led to streetcove to protect pedestrians. YEAS AGO a Muscatine charity launch tops a YMCA YWCA meeting at the city chapter. An audience of about 480 witnessed 25 years ago the Elects chapter installation at the Masonic Temple. Ethelyn Albee is now worthy matron. Rural electrification lines in Louisa county advance per Chester Lake of the Eastern Iowa Light and Power Cooperative. 14 YEARS AGO Dwight D. Eisenhower took the oath as 34th President on January 20. Chief Justice Vinson administered it. Ted McGill named to juvenile delinquency committee by Cyrille Lebling to prepare reports for a Detroit convention.
Readers discuss how uniforms distort attraction and a widow mother of seven seeks privacy. Abby suggests coordinating with siblings for quiet time, while offering alternatives and a mail-in booklet for letter writing.
A cryptogram sample explains letter substitution and word patterns. It notes longfellow and how single letters stand for others while highlighting varying letter positions in words. The Saturday cryptogram presents a phrase about good scare and good advice.
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