23 Jun 1964
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1964
Page
1
The Chronicle declares it will present both sides of important issues as space allows. Not all opinions reflect the paper's views, and readers may comment on anything published. Submissions are subject to edit to meet the same standards as staff writing.
In a scene echoed across Asia, the United States shifts to backing neutralist Premier Souphanouvong in Laos after earlier air strikes and failed backing of local factions. The shift signals Washington’s balancing act between Peking and Moscow as the region watches.
The General Synod of the Reformed Church in America urged full equality in housing and employment, backed Civil Rights Bill cloture, and directed education on smoking risks. It created a Race Commission and studied Religion in Public Schools. Also noted: Gailyn and siblings tied to Harding College, with Gailyn pursuing Bible and missionary work.
Alumni Association honors at Iowa Wesleyan with a tribute banquet drawing 900 attendees. Art Linkletter served as the featured speaker and awards presenter while 20 family members attended along with many congratulatory cards reaching the author’s hometown.
The United States coin shortage fuels speculation a new U.S. mint will be built in the near future. With existing mints in Philadelphia and Denver, the Midwest is eyed for a third facility. Iowa is urged to prepare a strong case to host the mint.
A government agency loan approved for a golf club and swimming pool in Keota prompts debate about Farmers Home Administration funding for nonfarm projects. Supporters see rural youth and town benefits, while critics warn of land loss and political double talk amid broader disarmament and neutrality debates voiced in syndicated columns.
Miss Mina Baker associate professor of Home Economics at Central College will attend the National Meetings of the College Teachers of Textiles and Clothing and the American Home Economics Association in Detroit from June 18 27 1927. The events discuss textile clothing education, cross disciplinary ideas from art and psychology, and feature speakers like Mrs Lyndon B Johnson Dr Mary I Bunting and Mrs Esther Peterson. About 200 companies and organizations will exhibit, with Baker serving as Alternate Delegate to the Assembly of Delegates on June 22. Dr Helen Van Zante of Iowa State University also attends the sessions.
Valedictorian Gailyn G Van Rheerten, daughter of Mr and Mrs Chdlmer Van Rheenen of Paragould Arkansas, and grandson of Gerald Gosselink of Pelli, has been awarded an $800 Harding College grant.
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