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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1968
Page
2
In Muscatine the writer greets Aunt Sadie and notes an upcoming meeting at 4 am on June 6 to review studies for the new Mississippi River bridge project. Joseph Coupal and state highway representatives will attend to discuss recommendations and a decision is expected.
The Mason City Globe-Gazette reports on white Americans showing growing conviction that action is needed for black equality yet remaining reluctant to back it with measures. Harris Polls reveal gaps between recognition and emotional response, with open housing support waning after MLK's assassination.
LaCrosse Wisconsin Tribune notes Hubert Humphrey calls for national unity without sacrificing freedom or diversity. He frames the race as optimistic amid a divided nation facing crime unrest race tensions and the Vietnam war. The piece questions whether he can run a genuinely happy campaign in a turbulent year.
The Hawk-Eye notes no disasters from the DST shift in Burlington as early daylight extends mornings and evenings. It recalls dire predictions from opponents a year earlier about grass, roses, cows, buses, and even a communist takeover, all proving unfounded.
Senators weigh a crime control bill aimed at restoring order and strengthening law enforcement. The piece rebuts claims of an assault on rights, argues for wiretaps and safeguards, and urges prioritizing protection of law abiding citizens and property owners amid rising violence.
A reader asks if flu or foods darken stool and when to seek X rays or tests. Dr Molner explains upper GI bleeding can tint stool black, foods like beets and medicines can darken it, and urgent evaluation if no explanation. Other letters cover asthma, ovarian X-rays, and humidity for arthritis with guidance and book offer.
Abigail Van Buren answers readers on wedding budgets for bridesmaids gowns and who should pay for them. She also tackles a teen romance headache with a boy’s awkward misread signals and a troubling advance from a friend's father. The advice is frank, urging responsibility and clear boundaries.
A series of brief local notes includes a new awning at W. 8. Richie's warehouse and April water production figures for West Liberty. Reserved seats for Israel in Egypt are on sale at Schmidt Bros. Muscatine hosts Douglas Malloch as a featured speaker. WAVES enlistment and Camp Dodge examinations are noted for county youths. Spring baseball sectional results show Hayes, Wilton, and Grandview champions with fringe scores.
On May 4 1968 lists key moments including Peter Minuit landing on Manhattan in 1626 and the purchase of Manhattan for $24. It notes Rhode Island renouncing allegiance to Britain in 1776, Napoleon reaching Elba in 1814, Lee’s 1863 victory at Chancellorsville, the 1886 Haymarket Riot, the 1942 Coral Sea battle, the 1961 Freedom Riders start, NATO ministers meeting in 1971, Nile ferry disaster, and Athens leftist bans.
A devotional fragment cites Hebrews on divine chastening and asks for daily courage to practice Godly teachings. The text prays for reliance on promises and ends with an Amen in Jesus' name, expressing gratitude for divine goodness.
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