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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1975
Page
2
Burlington Hawk Eye argues the Tax Foundation’s figures on four months of government taxation in 1975 illustrate a paradox. While taxes fund roads, schools, and safety, much of the remaining income supports personal spending on leisure and luxury, suggesting the bargain remains favorable despite bureaucracy and spending.
The piece explains why candidates campaign far ahead of the 1976 nominating season to tap federal matching funds under the 1974 law. It notes Wallace’s early fundraising meets the $5,000 in small contributions in 20 states and could trigger up to half of a $10 million prenomination cap, with an overall fund pool around $60 million.
Iowa State Senator Plymat criticizes the senate for not acting on his bill to ban driving after 10 percent blood alcohol. He cites alcohol related deaths in 1974 and argues stronger drunk driving laws are needed, noting current bills are stalled in subcommittee and likely won't pass this session.
Grace Meerdink administrator of Hershey asks Muscatine city council for 100000 at Monday’s meeting to prevent closure. Hershey, donated in 1902 by Myra Hershey, has no city tax support and must meet state fire marshal requirements including a 2175 square foot dining and living area by December 31. The council weighs whether the municipality should operate a nursing home amid funding needs and alternatives. Also highlighted is Muscatine General Hospital’s new ICU, a 400000 workup with four rooms and advanced cardiac monitoring.
In Washington the air grows thick with talk of bribery and hypocrisy. Gulf Oil and other firms face scrutiny for political payments abroad while Congress, SEC, and unions also beget influence via contributions. The column laments selective morality and notes a Senate pay raise amid the murky ethics.
A reader questions causes and remedies for stuttering across ages and family dynamics. Dr Thosteson cites psychological and neurological factors, endorses speech therapy and emotional resolution, warns against hypnosis, and directs readers to the American Speech and Hearing Association for local resources.
A pocket book with a sum of money was found yesterday and is at the office for the owner to claim by proving property and paying for the notice. The item was discovered on Saturday morning and the finder will be contacted if the owner proves ownership.
A Thursday Journal letter about the Muscatine police department is signed H. R. Reeves, Rt. 5. The letter is stated not to have been written by Harold R. Reeves Jr., a Rt. 5 resident.
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