Rural Iowa storm claims West Union man in 1968 winds
A rural West Union farmer, Levert Sampson, 85, died after a barn collapse during severe storms in northeast Iowa. The report details extensive damage across Winneshiek County including downed trees, power and telephone outages, and multiple buildings damaged or destroyed. No injuries beyond Sampson’s death were confirmed, with widespread storm impact reported in Oelwein, Clermont, Maynard, Elkader, and surrounding towns.
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Regents discuss campus conduct and budget shifts
The Iowa Board of Regents debated student and faculty conduct rules amid campus unrest and budget cuts. A 48 hour state of emergency could enable curfews and bans on gatherings, with suspensions for rule violations. Regents also diverted nearly 1 million dollars from UNI to Iowa and ISU, drawing protests over program cuts.
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Rescue delays in tunnel fire endangers workers
Thick smoke and natural gas flames trapped workers in an underground water tunnel after an explosion. Twelve were confirmed dead with rescue teams unable to reach the missing. A new attempt was planned as the gas fire flared again before dawn.
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Sheen marks twenty years as Roman Catholic prelate
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, famed for Life is Worth Living, celebrated his 20th anniversary as a bishop at a luncheon with friends. The 76 year old, who retired from television in 1957 and resigned Rochester post in 1969, continues preaching and lecturing while plans for a revival of his Emmy winning show faded due to lack of public interest.
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Stock Market Dips Amid Uncertain Trading Day
The Dow Jones average of 30 fell to 276.90 at noon as markets traded with uncertainty. Cloudy skies with a 30 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight and Saturday, lows in the 60s, highs in the upper 80s to mid 90s as heat and humidity persist.
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Jepsen to seek Iowa governor nomination in 1972
Lieutenant Governor Roger Jepsen announced plans to seek the Republican nomination for Iowa governor in the 1972 primary. He stated a formal September announcement will outline a progress plan for Iowa, while noting questions about his candidacy have grown as the Legislature adjourned.
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Checkerboard Day planned for Oelwein July 14
A ceremony marking initial construction of a giant feed plant by Ralston Purina Co in Oelwein will feature a downtown parade at 4 pm and a flag program at the site. U.S. Rep John Culver will present a flag, and national dairy pork beef and 4 H groups are expected to participate. Officials anticipate many dealers and sales reps and a large tent for refreshments.
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Iowa City Lab School to Close Amid Budget Moves
The University of Iowa plans to close its 550 pupil Iowa City Laboratory School to cut costs. It will operate one more year, with students moving to the Iowa City Public Schools in fall 1872. The Price Laboratory School may continue, cited as a major element of the university education program.
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