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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1973
Page
2
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes repeated government efforts since 1966 to require tire grading for high speed, wear, traction, and endurance. Proposed rules would mold sidewall grades into each tire after September 1, 1974, giving buyers comparative data amid industry lobbying against mandated disclosures.
The American Farm Bureau supports extending the Agricultural Act of 1970 with modifications. Senator Harold Hughes and Rep. Tom Foley urge retention before Congress and a National Farmers Union meeting in Omaha. They warn of economic trouble if the act ends, while Farm Bureau leaders push reforms to target subsidies and set aside production.
In a letter from Sherry King of Marshalltown, Iowa, the National League of Families urges full accounting of all missing in action from the Vietnam War. About 1,326 Americans remain missing with 53 listed as POWs. Doug King is among the missing. Posters will display MIAs across Iowa. Blondie creator Chick Young died, but the strip will continue under Jim Raymond and Dean Young.
Athens dispatch by James J. Kilpatrick on Greek student unrest and press pressure under the colonels regime. Papadopoulos uses strong measures including drafting ringleaders and censoring papers as protesters demand repeal of the law on military deferments. Public opinion shows mixed views on the regime and its leader.
Letter argues learning disabilities differ from mental retardation and that many misname the Iowa Association for Retarded Children. Notes LD children are often male, average to above average, struggle with organizing and applying knowledge, especially in reading, and can be helped with early education. Parents and teachers should recognize LD potential early to reduce dropouts and foster productive citizens.
Ten years ago the Muscatine Western reports trains back to schedule with passenger service on time and noon return. Cedar bridge repair completed ahead of schedule, restoring smooth service for riders on a restored route through local area.
On March 24 1973 events include England and Scotland uniting under James VI of Scotland as James I, Rhode Island being sold, Spain recognizing US independence, Koch announcing tuberculosis germ isolation, Roosevelt signing Philippine independence bill, Mary Dowager Queen dying, Kennedy reaching Mt Kennedy, and various regional political notes. Birthdays listed for Steve McQueen and Byron Janis with a Persian proverb as thought for today.
The Muscatine Journal notes its independent status and lists key staff including publisher William L. Fahy, controller Max Christy, editor Harold Blake, managing editor David White, advertising sales manager Wendell Grinstead, and circulation manager Gil Dietz.
A reader asks about triglycerides and diet, and Dr Thosteson explains five classes of blood fat disorders beyond cholesterol, noting calorie, fat, and carbohydrate needs. He describes triglycerides, kidney stone gravel, and sinus trouble through his booklet offer.
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