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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1977
Page
2
The Cedar Rapids Gazette argues a magistrate handling county attorney information in a drunk driving case can invalidate a conviction due to procedural rules. It notes fears of justice being undermined by technicalities, cites a Jasper county case, and mentions a 1977 bill proposal to fix the issue, though no action occurred.
Burlington Hawk Eye reports that during Memorial Day weekend many Iowa families were turned away as state parks were full, while armed motorcycle gangs forced entry, threatened rangers, damaged facilities, and required massive cleanup. Officials urge mobilizing National Guardsmen and strike forces to restore order and prevent a cycle of lawlessness.
The First Lady Rosalynn Carter toured seven Latin American nations but heavy rains in Jamaica caused fatalities and disrupted plans. The account notes political turbulence in the region, the choice of sending Mrs Carter by the administration, and her readiness to address substantive issues and goodwill objectives. The piece lauds her willingness to support her husband and societal improvement.
A reader urges printing names of Clark House residents but argues private details aside, federal funds and rents support the 100 unit elderly apartment project. Rent averages 75 dollars per unit, about a quarter of many incomes. The writer defends public housing as essential, non-welfare, and urges pride in the program.
Law Enforcement Assistance Administration grants first 25 Public Safety Officers' Benefits Act awards of 50,000 to families of officers and firefighters who died in the line of duty since September 29. Names include McLeod La Fromboise Watroba Van Barber Sheridan Schmidt Dacyezyn Murray Wyant and Fisher. The author notes both constitutional concerns and the memorial value of the payments.
Yesterday 100 years ago description mentions new coral jewelry cheaper than the cheapest at the Plunder Store. Also notes Fred Messenger of 112 West Fifth Street left Friday for Wellman to stay weekend with his parents. Frank Chandler and son Ronnie of 903 East Eighth Street plan Colorado Springs vacation. John Thirtyacre and spouse on Route 2 will celebrate silver wedding anniversary Monday June 5 with a family dinner.
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