Iowa Supreme Court pay gaps draw warning on incentives
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes Justice Francis H Becker's resignation over low pay framed against Iowa and federal scales. It highlights 223 state employees earning 25 000 to 30 000 and 113 at 30 000 to 40 000, reveals the small gap from Iowa district judges to the state supreme court, and warns that underpayment may affect quality and morale in Iowa's highest court.
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Iowa Supreme Court
Francis H Becker
Dubuque
Iowa
Becker
U.S. District Court
Courts of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
District Court
Towa
State Supreme Court
Safe garment plea sparks push for stricter labeling standards
Mrs. Dennis Brehm of Des Moines petitions the U S commerce department to oppose a garment industry flammability standard relaxation. She seeks 13 million in damages from Bown Fire for injuries to her five year old daughter and urges faster labeling laws detailing care and fire risk to prevent further tragedies. The case underscores calls for federal regulation and clearer washing and safety instructions on clothing.
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Dennis Brehm
Des Moines
U.S. Commerce Department
Brehm
U.S
Bown
Ashington
Farmers Feel Strain As Income Outlook Rises
The Rock Island Argus notes farmers react to Washington reports that analysts project higher federal payments and rising livestock prices may boost income to 3.5 billion in 1972, yet farmers say profits lag and debt remains heavy. They urge clearer public understanding of their economic plight and policy impact.
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Rock Island Argus
Washington
Nixon China trip sparks debate on policy and cost
In a column by Smith Hempstone, Nixon’s visit to Beijing is scrutinized by both supporters and critics. The piece argues the trip aimed to improve dialogue despite claims of selling out Chiang Kai-shek. It notes limited immediate gains, emphasizes renewed US China communication, and warns that Sino American differences remain deep while a peaceful path is possible.
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Smith Hempstone
Washington
Nixon
Hig
Republican Party
China
John N. Ashbrook
William F. Buckley Jr
Munich
Yangtze
Peking
Chiang Kai-shek
Taiwan
U.S
Guam
United States
Straits
Taipei
Kissinger
Congress
Chairman Mao
Lepper
Pseudo-gout and knee pain discussed in reader letters
A column features readers asking about pseudo-gout in knees, its causes, treatment limits, and the role of steroids. Doctors explain that pseudo-gout lacks uric acid elevation, shows calcium pyrophosphate crystals, and may respond to aspirin, phenylbutazone, or steroids with medical supervision.
Daily prayer excerpt seeks freedom to do Thy will
A devotional fragment asks God to free hearts from self service and to choose obedience in daily life. The text invokes Jesus and ends with an Amen. It references a biblical verse from Matthew and presents a personal prayer tone.
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Jesus
Moments That Brighten Everyday Life
A nostalgic list of simple pleasures from daily kindness to playful memories. Highlights include a held elevator door, beagle chases, a winning carnival prize, family photos, aging wisdom in wrinkles, and the joyous echo of a baby’s burp. The piece celebrates small, enduring moments that make life meaningful.
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New York
Yesterday's Yesterdays and Local Notices
A compact retrospective item lists past local happenings and ads from years ago, noting D D Smith Insurance, McLean Cure claims, political candidacy, church events, and a few price mentions at Food City. It references historical notes from 1 to 25 years and a Mardi Gras ball at Geneva Golf Club.
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Bentley
Taylor
Fisher
Alfred Hecht
Harford
First Evangelical United Brethren Church
Food City
Cascade Inn
John Parks
Geneva Golf and Country Club
This Day in History March 4 1972 AP Recap of Events
Key historical milestones are listed for March 4 including the first U S Congress meeting in 1789, William Penn's charter for Pennsylvania in 1681, Vermont's statehood in 1791, Jackson's inauguration episode in 1829, Jeannette Rankin's 1917 entry to Congress, Bismarck Sea victory in 1943, Soviet Baltic advance in 1945, a 10 year old airliner crash, secret Vietnam talks cited by U Thant, Turkish hostage case, and notable birthdays Miriam Makeba and William E Henry with a Spanish proverb closing Thought for today.
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Associated Press
U. S
New York City
England
Charles I
William Penn
Pennsylvania
Vermont
White House
Andrew Jackson
Jeannette Rankins
Montana
Congress
Bismarck Sea
Baltic Sea
Germany
Pomerania
Douala
Cameroun
U Thant
U.S
Miriam Makeba
Federal Communications Commission
William E. Henry
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