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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1971
Page
2
The Burlington Hawk-Eye argues the Iowa Senate tax package is unfair, shifting burden to the less affluent via a higher sales tax and inadequate income tax adjustments. It cites loopholes that let wealthy individuals, including farmers, avoid taxes and urges conference committee to craft a just plan.
Former Senator Eugene J. McCarthy proposes a third party in 1972 while criticizing Nixon's Vietnamization. He attacks fellow Democrats for inconsistency and questions Muskie and Humphrey, arguing Republicans might gain liberal support. McCarthy remains a skilled opponent of Democratic candidates.
John Knight of Knight Newspapers accepted the George Washington medal from Freedom Foundation. He urged society to avoid confrontation and violence, value rational dialogue, defend constitutionally guaranteed liberties, and resist those who cloak themselves in freedom while imposing repression.
A reported belief that the calendar has jumped ahead a year prompts criticism of premature presidential candidate activity. The piece warns that overexposure harms voters and parties, arguing campaigns feel too long and may peak early, allowing an unknown contender to win the bid.
An 18-year-old held in Muscatine county jail since February 22 faced a dropped charge for operating a vehicle without the owner's consent and was to be turned over to military authorities for AWOL. The case highlighted delays due to court calendars and manpower. The district court dismissed the felony charge as the youth moved toward military custody.
The Black Caucus rejects President Nixon’s welfare plan as a charade while pressing a $6,500 minimum income goal plus subsidies. Nixon aides prepared a lengthy reply, which lawmakers called deeply disappointing and anti Negro. Despite gains like desegregation and rising federal aid, the caucus insists on a nonnegotiable stance and vows solidarity.
A reader asks if contagious tonsillitis with fever is contagious and about risks to others. The doctor confirms contagion, notes streptococcus as common, and cautions school attendance until infection is controlled. A second letter asks about lead poisoning from scratching. answer clarifies pencils are graphite and suggests possible dermatitis needing dermatology care.
A jumble of Dear Abby columns covers marital credit and career status questions. Readers seek clarity on medical degrees and practice, child discipline, in law and travel boundaries, plus parenting trends and generational views, all reflecting late adopter tensions.
A brief note from 100 years ago cites a small oak leaf box with seventeen year locust shells for a museum. Also listed are church pew rentals, high school exercises, a Vic special concert, and a wedding engagement.
May 29 1971 marks the 149th day of the year with 216 remaining. Notable events include the fall of Constantinople in 1453, Rhode Island’s ratification in 1790s, and Hillary and Norgay reaching Everest in 1953. Kennedy civil rights actions and Vietnam era protests are noted from recent decades.
A prayer cites Matthew 4 4 and thanks God for change and challenge. It asks for help to share sustenance so others can face change with renewed conviction and courage, ending Amen.
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