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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1968
Page
2
A cautious guide warns that many poisons lie in ordinary homes from medicines to cleaners. Keep dangerous substances locked away and out of reach. Learn current steps for poisoning emergencies as researchers note that drinking water to dilute poisons can speed absorption.
Oregon Governor Tom McCall champions the "problem-solver" approach in GOP politics, endorsing Rockefeller and considering Reagan and Nixon as viable partners. The piece analyzes a shifting conservative stance, the push for a balanced ticket at Miami Beach, and the lack of fiery passion needed for a blitz convention while noting cross-currents among governors and candidates.
About 60 students and faculty at Waybelow Normal protested a Dow Chemical recruiter interview on campus. Demonstrators opposed eating leftovers and claimed Dow makes Satan Wraps, saying this is the only way to get warmed over string beans.
The Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders warns that current civil rights measures are inadequate and that continued inaction could trigger riots worse than before. Ryan criticizes enforcement gaps, citing high Negro unemployment, concentration in low-pay unskilled work, and underutilization of the 1965 executive order banning discrimination in government contracts.
Dr Molner answers readers on why hearing can worsen with a cold and how eustachian tube congestion and serous otitis affect hearing. He notes adenoids may help but other causes exist and advises medical follow up with an ear specialist if problems recur. He confirms pregnancy is possible while nursing and explains IU D usage and alternatives, urging gynecologist guidance.
New York AP column surveys quirky items from readers and studies. It cites a leap year imbalance in marriageable men versus women, a kissing lane in Oklahoma City, job-hopping by grads, auto safety defects, rising diabetes with wealth, and quotable musings. It also lampoons stamps for timely payments, bridges, cave profits, anteaters for termite control, costly conferences, and Kin Hubbard on sick goldfish.
The Congregational church of Muscatine celebrated the dedication of its new temple on March 5, 1993, a year in the making with pastor and congregation labor. The event marked a significant milestone in the church’s service to the community.
On March 4 1968 notable anniversaries include William Penn receiving Pennsylvania 1681 Vermont entering the Union 1791 and Jefferson inaugurating in Washington 1801. Other entries recall Casimir Pulaski 1748 and Andrew Jackson 1829 as well as WWII Berlin raids 1944. The item mixes historical notes with brief prayers and a modern reflection.
A reader laments the sensationalism of soap operas and NBC publicity about Days of Our Lives plot twists. Susan's dramatic arc includes pregnancy marriage adoption divorce accidental death, a killing acquittal, a vengeful shooting, and new threats as Julie faces peril. The piece critiques scriptwriting and era's soap expectations.
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