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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1973
Page
2
A regional postal official notes widespread grousing over postmarks and says complaints now outnumber those about service. The postal service is seriously considering returning to individual postmarking, which could reduce postmark complaints but leave other issues unresolved.
The Burlington Hawk Eye reports a July 17 start for seven men and two canoes from St. Ignace Michigan retracing Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet's 1673 Mississippi voyage. A four month 3000 mile trek faces weather funding and inter state coordination with major events planned in McGregor Marquette Dubuque the Quad Cities Muscatine Toolesboro Burlington Ft Madison and Keokuk as the voyage reaches the mouth of the Wisconsin on June 17. The project seeks to highlight river history culture environment and economy and aid in rehabilitating the river’s image.
College counselors note up to a third of undergraduates take a leave of absence, with many returning later. Parents should discuss reasons and plan steps, as stepping out can be helpful when paired with a clear re-entry plan and purpose. A stopout is rarely a barrier to graduate school or jobs if explanations are provided.
A letter urges all ages to volunteer and describes a new Voluntary Action Center opening at the YWCA. Barbara Rohwer will lead a 10 person staff, with 35 local agencies ready for help. Membership costs $2 and 25 cent buttons fund the project.
Kilpatrick recalls a weekend trip to Dulles and farm life with two dogs, Billy the Kid and Katie the collie puppy. He describes building a new office, Lorenzo the collie’s reaction, and the project’s progress. The piece blends personal anecdotes with reflections on work, dreams, and the world beyond Rappahannock County.
Readers praise Mr and Mrs Harry Banta as the Muscatine County Home loses two of its finest workers. They express pride in the resignations and urge the board of supervisors to hire four replacements, noting the residents and staff deeply valued the couple.
A city report recalls a child’s accident ten years ago when Mayor Ament’s young son fell from a buggy, sustaining a scalp wound and cuts to the lip and hand.
On this date in history notable events include 1943 Tunisian World War II surrender at Cape Bon, 1775 Crown Point captured from British, 1820 Florence Nightingale born, 1932 Lindbergh baby body found, 1933 Japan seizes Amy Island, 1949 end of Berlin blockade, 1971 Ve Lasquez painting purchase, plus earlier civil rights, military, and cultural notes. Birthdays list Birt Bacharach and Yogi Berra. Thought for today cites a Bible verse.
A masthead listing the Muscatine Journal staff includes publisher William L. Fahy, editor Gil Dietz, managing editor Harold Blake, controller Max Christy, advertising sales manager David White, circulation manager Wendell Grinstead, and other outlined roles.
Dear readers consult a dermatologist or physician to evaluate peeling nails. Potential factors include faulty metabolism such as low thyroid activity, anemia especially iron deficiency, inadequate protein and vitamins, or irritants like nail polish and cleaners. Management may involve addressing underlying health issues, improving nutrition, and avoiding irritants. The column also touches on menopause, lupus versus excess lipid, and a note about a booklet on controlling emphysema and menopause available from Dr. Thosteson via the Muscatine Journal.
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