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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1965
Page
1
The Chronicle announces its policy to present titles for important issues and to host reader opinions on editorial pages. It clarifies that opinions expressed are not necessarily the paper's and invites comment while reserving rights to edit submissions for consistency.
A long discussion traces President Johnson's 2.5 million farm figure and the rural economy. The Governor's Conference on Economic Opportunity Act hints at new lines to support the family farm, including up to 2500-dollar loans for farmers unable to borrow elsewhere, signaling possible policy reconsideration.
The Kennedy era push for tax cuts and depreciation reform spurred investment, increased spending, and rising profits. By 1965 tax savings topped 17 billion with over 11 billion returning to individuals, while government revenues climbed despite lower rates. Supporters cite stronger prosperity and higher Uncle Sam receipts.
A piece reflecting on Mark Twain as an editor and critic of press life. It recalls his note on the burdens of editorial work, the vast volume of editorials written in a year, and the challenge of selecting worthy subjects. The author muses on the peculiar nature of weekly editors and their reluctance to write editorials.
A 145 day session set a record for the 61st General Assembly with over 400 bills, including a 267 million dollar annual budget and a new state income tax withholding system. The session boosted cigarette and gas taxes, extended sales tax to hotel rooms, and eyed retirement age changes. A 107 member Iowa trade delegation heads to Europe for three weeks to press trade and investment aims.
Four graduates from Foor Pella students at Cab vin College in Grand Rapids earned degrees at commencement exercises on June 4. Named recipients include John W. Roose, route 2 Eumice A. Vermeer, Joyce E Van Zee of 1412 Broadway, and Alvin P. Vos of route 2 Alvin Vos. Vos received the University of Chase Fellowship for English study.
Changes to DST affect routes between Ottumwa Des Moines and Pella. Westbound arrivals to Pella occur at 9 55 a m and 6 15 p m CDT. Eastbound departures from Pella occur at 2 45 p m and 7 05 p m CDT. The timetable updates adjust intermediate points accordingly.
Roy A Thompson, chairman of the Jasper County ASCS, announced 1000 bushels from CCC bin site stored corn at Mingo Bin Life No 435 will be sold by sealed competitive bids. Bids must be received at the County ASCS office by 3:00 p.m. DST on June 16, 1965.
Prospective bidders may arrange with the County ASCS office to inspect the grain offered for sale. Interested firms or individuals should contact the County ASCS office for full information and the forms to submit offers.
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