$466.56 string cost hits 1971 postage audit
An Oelwein Daily Register editorial recalls a postal inspection that charged $466.56 for the cost of string tying newspaper bundles after a 1971 press offset change. The piece notes inspectors’ differing interpretations and ongoing cost concerns, referencing a Washington letter from ELT. Klassen about the Christmas Mail Early program and possible service cuts.
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Daily Register
Elt. Klassen
Washington
UN General Assembly backs study of terrorism causes
The United Nations General Assembly Legal Committee rejected international action against terrorism by 75 to 34 with 16 abstentions and voted to explore causes instead. Nations like the United States, Britain, Canada and Cuba criticized the move, while Cuba and the U.S. may pursue hijacking curb efforts separately. secretary general Kurt Waldheim cited rising hijackings and the Munich and Tel Aviv incidents as factors. Mark Van Doren, longtime Columbia professor and literary figure, dies at 78, leaving a national cultural loss.
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Tel Aviv
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Lovest Union
Mark van Doren
Columbia University
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Clifton Fadiman
John Berryman
van Doren
Filth, Pornography Rhetoric and Government Revenue Sharing
A New Jersey obscenity law was overturned by a Federal Court which said screenplay content would not drive minors to crime. The court rejected claims of a universal depravity, urging defined standards while warning that psychological knowledge is unreliable. Separately, governors fear federal cuts to shared revenue and grants.
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Commission On
New York
National Governor's Conference
Oelwein Daily Register Roles List Publisher and Managers
The Oelwein Daily Register lists key staff positions including Publisher General Manager Advertising Director Circulation and Credit Manager and Mechanica Superintendent.
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With Our Servicemen And Enlistment Bonus Extended
The combat arms enlistment bonus option, first trialed for 90 days on 1 June, has been extended to 30 June 1973. Qualified recruits can enlist for four years into infantry, artillery, armor, or special units like Rangers and Green Berets, and receive a $1,500 bonus after training. Contact Chuck Clayton or Mike Deimerly in West Union or call area code 319 479 56a5.
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Mike Deimerly
West Union
Washington's urban Indian plight exposed in study
The Broken Treaties Papers reveal urban Indians face harsh poverty, isolation, and health problems in cities. Government neglect and mixed signals from the White House hindered urban Indian policy, despite push to expand BIA support. The study urged stronger advocacy though Nixon officials resisted extending aid beyond reservations. A reader letter argues over Sunday store openings amid Christmas, urging adherence to broader moral laws.
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America
United States
Robert Bennett
Bennett
Johnson
Sumner visitors include Lavern Lampe family guests
Sumner briefs Lavern Lampe and his wife visited Sunday afternoon with Lavern’s mother Mrs. Clara Bartels in Waverly, sharing family time and conversation.
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