McCarthy's Third-Party Bid reshapes presidential musings
Washington column examines Eugene McCarthy as a political thinker and reluctant figure. It contrasts his casual, poetic style with steady rivals, notes his critique of big industry and workweek ideas, and weighs his Independent path against George Wallace and George Romney in a two party system critique.
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Washington
Eugene McCarthy
Lyndon Johnson
McCarthy
Johnson
Press Club
White House
Morris Udall
George Romeny
Watergate
George Wallace
Flour mills shine in the West claims
A retrospective note cites Yesterdays Years Ago items about flour mills in the West and Des Moines visitors Mrs Ed Molis and her children arriving by the 6 o clock train. It lists Muscatine gas coke price and local business updates including Bowman Shoe Store manager Clayton Schmidt and Huttig Manufacturing senior leadership changes.
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Ed, Molis
Des Moines
Clayton Schmidt
Bowman Shoe
Muscatine
Bowman Bros
E. 9Th St
Congressional debate on of war with North Korea
The Burlington Hawk Eye argues the United States must seek congressional approval before any warlike action against North Korea to defend South Korea. It warns of a new draft, inflation, and high casualties, urging a formal resolution for debate in Congress.
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Burlington Hawk Eye
United States
North Korea
Vietnam
South Korea
Congress
Ford Administration
Defense
Schlesinger
Japan
Pacific
Pentagon
White House
Sec. Schlesinger
Farmer bolsters trade in a rising oil era
The Rock Island Argus notes U.S. foreign trade remains favorable mainly due to a surge in farm exports, offsetting oil payments that jumped from 2 to 25 billion dollars annually. It argues oil prices rise regardless of policy, but farm exports may set new records, helping the dollar despite a widening balance of payments. It credits farmers and tourism as key cushions.
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Rock Island Argus
U.S
Persia
Ford
Congress
Europe
Speed law progress faces national traffic death rise
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes states like Iowa show decreased road fatalities after adopting 55 mph, with 22 deaths to date, 5.1 percent below June 2, 1974 figures. Yet national deaths rose 6 percent due to gasoline use and lax enforcement, prompting debate on a 65 mph interstate cap and strict 55 mph enforcement.
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Cedar Rapids
Wyoming
Nebraska
Iowa
Congress
Understanding recurring cystitis and diverticulosis guidance
A reader asks about causes of cystitis and daily water intake. The doctor explains ascending infections from bacteria, postcoital recurrences, and a suggested post intercourse antibiotic. Also covered are ferrous sulfate uses, its iron basis, stomach/teeth considerations, and a note on stool color. For diverticulosis, the doctor defines diverticula, common colon location, asymptomatic risk, diet tips, and advises a booklet for more details.
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Dr. Thesteson
J.M. the
On This Day in History June 7 1975 Highlights
Events include Midway victory 1942 opening of Louis XIV coronation 1654 Boone Kentucky exploration 1769 US Britain slave trade treaty 1862 and 20th century items. Birthdays Jaime Laredo Tom Jones Gwendolyn Brooks. Thought features Napoleon quote and Bicentennial note.
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Associated Press
Midway
Louis XIV
France
Rheims
Daniel Boone
Kentucky
United States
Britain
Norway
Egypt
Suez Canal
Jordan
Judy Holliday
New York
Switzerland
Washington
Richard Kleindienst
Senate
Jaime Laredo
Tom Jones
Gwendolyn Brooks
Napoleon Bonaparte
You Don’t Need a Hacksaw to Remove a Splinter
A child recalls a family saying used to distinguish a minor fault from a serious flaw. Parents learned to recognize a splinter from malignant growth, teaching that small criticisms can mask larger problems. The remark served as a caution against overreaction in daily life.
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Muscatine Journal
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Thosteson
M.D
Continental Congress
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LEE
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Publisker
Max Christy
Castreiber
Gil Dietz
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Don Schweitzer
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