McGovern's rise from nowhere reshaped 1972 campaign
The piece traces George McGovern's path from Chicago 1968 to a pioneering 1972 bid. It notes early declaration in 1968, seed planting in California, the KELO Sioux Falls kickoff, and Gary Hart’s role in crafting a bold strategy to win New Hampshire early, build national identification, and mobilize funds for a landmark Democratic run. It highlights McGovern’s persistent travels, 100,000 miles and 1,500 speeches, as the campaign pivoted on a left-leaning coalition and strong candidate appeal.
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Washington
New Hampshire
George Stanley McGovern
Chicago
South Dakota
Robert F. Kennedy
Hubert Humphrey
Eugene McCarthy
California
Charles Manatt
McGovern
White House
Kelotv
Sioux Falls
M.D
Sen
Edward Kennedy
Massachusetts
Chappaquiddick
Kennedy
Edmund Muskie
Denver
Gary Hart
Hart
Cedar Point
Maryland
Batte
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Oregon
New York
Muskie
Gov
George Wallace
Miami Beach
Rick Stearns
Kirby Jones
McGoy
McGovern’s rise to presidential nomination in 1972 surge
The text traces George McGovern’s rapid ascent from obscurity to the Democratic presidential nomination, noting early interest in Iowa and Wisconsin. It frames him as a political comet who earned the party’s highest honor on July 12, 1972.
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Ern
Wisconsin
Iowa
McGovern
Dancing risks and court cases on nightclub floors
A public service piece explains how owners can incur liability for dance floor injuries. Courts find responsibility when chairs are extended into the floor though some slips and intoxicated behavior are treated as inherent risks. It compares dance floor risk to sports and notes varying outcomes.
Multiple Vehicle Crashes Reported Around Glenwood
Glenwood area reports detail several traffic incidents on Hwy 34 and County Roads near Hastings and Glenwood. Vehicles driven by Theodore Thomas Ruth Bower Dale Oliphant William Wengert Daniel OConner and others sustained various damages. one fire call followed a second car fire near I-29. A stolen bike recovered in Council Bluffs is linked to Tim Shields. Local underpass progress and larger paving plans for a future freeway project are noted.
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Theodore Thomas
Winnebago
Neb
Hastings
Thomas
Ruth Bower
Bower
Iowa
Harry Gregg
Mills County
Dale Oliphant
Pacific Junction
William Wengert
Atlantic
Glenwood
Oliphant
Wengert
Hwy
Daniel O’conner
Omaha
LeMode
Doyal Nosekabel
N. Elm
O'Conner
O’conner
James Gaskill
Co. Bluffs
Daniel Hein
Iff
Glenwood Fire Department
Hwy. 34
Interstate 29
Kenneth Heitman
Council Bluffs
Tim Shields
Madison Ave
The
Bluffs
lington-Northern
County Eyes Bridge Over Key Creek Near Mineola
Mills County Board considers a new bridge over Key Creek on the county line north of Mineola with grading and rock surfacing. Planned for 1973, the project invites written hearing requests to the County Engineer by 10:30 a.m. September 11.
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Mills County Board of Supervisors
Key Creek
Mineola
Lincoln Reunion Sees 72 Relatives Plus 4 Guests
The 45th Lincoln reunion gathered at Glenwood Lake Park on August 20 with 72 relatives and 4 guests attending a 1:00 cooperative dinner. John Lincoln chaired. Margaret Mintle read the secretary's report. Two marriages, three births, and two deaths were recorded. Officers elected for 1973: Raymond Lincoln president, John Lincoln vice president, Virginia Christiansen secretary-treasurer, Addie Ling hostess, and Rose Cochran historian.
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Lincoln
Glenwood Lake Park
John Lincoln
Margaret Mintle
Raymond Lincoln
Virginia Christiansen - Sec
Subscription Rates for Mills Fremont County Ads Policy
Subscription rates listed in advance for Mills or Fremont County five dollars per year, elsewhere six dollars per year, single copy fifteen cents. Advertising rates available on request. We reserve the right to accept or reject any unsolicited news or advertising. Member of Iowa Press Association and National Newspaper Association.
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Mills
Fremont County
Iowa Press Association
National Newspaper Association
Lincoln families attend far reaching reunion list
A large gathering of Lincoln families and relatives from across Iowa Nebraska and nearby states attended a reunion. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Durward Myers Mrs John Kowan and Mike from Baton Rouge and many with Lincoln surname from Birmingham Farmington Co Bluffs Neola Omaha Pacific Junction Glenwood Bedford and Ralston. Guests listed include Jim McHugh Gary Giutens Thelma Roberts Erma Cheyney and Ross Stouder. The next reunion is planned for the third Sunday in August 1973.
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Raymond Lincoln
Ben Lincoln
Durward Myers
John Kowan
Mike
Baton Rouge
Donald Lincoln
Robby
Gary
Debra
Sharon
Birmingham
Ala
Leverne Lincoln
Karen
Farmington
N. Mex
Matt F. Purchas
Ruth Ann
Paula
Dale Alderson
Humphrey
Neb
William Grant
Martha
Nancy
Bill
Elaine
Clarinda
Elmer Lincoln
Bedford
Jack Ridge
Bradley
David
Ralston
Lucille Stouder
Carl D. Parnell
Omaha
Raymond Carlson
Lois
Neola
Dwight Lincoln
Luetta Lincoln
Ann Johnson
Co. Bluffs
Pacific Junction
Alex Christiansen
John Lincoln
Julie
James
Addie Ling
Bruce Jackson
Donnie
L.l.lincoln
Steve
Jean
Nick
Anna May
Lynn
Glenwood
Emma Lincoln
Rose Lincoln
Carl Lincoln
Charles and
Deanne
Charles Coffey
Karl Mintle
Jim McHugh
Gary Giitens
Thelma Roberts
Los Angles
Calif
Erma Cheyney
Ross Stouder
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ASCS
Warren Howard
Rex Theatre
Technicolor Panavision
Disney
Mills County Savings & Loan Association
Glenwood, Iowa
Tribune
W.ron Barnes
Dave Snow
Corwan Akers
Rick Barnes
Glenwood Publishing Corporation
First Street
Imills County Health Improvement Assoc
G. W. Ernst
McPherson Ava
Lenard Duval Rid
Tabor
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