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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1966
Page
1
The newspaper states its policy to present both sides on important issues as space allows. It notes that not all opinions on the page are the paper's own and that editorial columns welcome free reader dialogue.
The Chronicle urges readers to submit comments on anything published on these pages whether by staff or outside sources. Contributions must meet the same standards as Chronicle writings and may be edited for consistency and tone. Signatures are requested.
In Soil Conservation Week, the text urges farmers and consumers to support soil preservation methods. It describes the role of the Soil Conservation Service and local districts in promoting terracing, grassed waterways, strip cropping, and watershed projects. By slowing runoff and promoting infiltration, these efforts protect fertility and reduce flood risk. The piece honors farmers already practicing conservation and calls others to join.
A lively Iowa Democratic state convention at Veterans' Auditorium Des Moines endorsed E. B. Smith for the U S Senate in a 75 percent roll call vote after a lengthy debate on endorsement rules. Smith defeated Gary Cameron for the endorsement while Lex Hawkins stepped down as state chair and Clark Rasmussen was named full-time chairman at 15000 dollars annually.
A jittery jumble of local notices lists gatherings at various churches, farm demonstrations, reunions, ice cream socials, and a rootworm demonstration near Bloomfield. Also notes a Newcomer Mary Jane Chinaday meeting, a 10 year class reunion at Central College, and Independence Day plans.
A letter from Mrs C Tracy recalls childhood memories in West Washington Street and Central College, praising Dutch heritage, the Iowa Light Band era, parades, and school music. The writer, a Doctor of Music and regular contributor to Denver musical publications, thanks the recipients for their nostalgia filled correspondence and expresses pride in family upbringings and cultural influences.
Governor Hughes proclaims Soil and Water Conservation Week for June 19 26 in Marion County. Crozier of the Marion ASC notes USDA ASCS has funded 101 878 dollars in on farm practices through the Agricultural Conservation Program. Practices include pasture, terracing, contouring, strip cropping, erosion dams, ponds, sod waterways, tiling, and limestone spreading. 987 Marion county farms in 1966 Feed Grain program divert 24 920 acres from corn to grass. Nationally 1 3 million acres diverted 1951 1965. Benefits include flood and drought protection, cleaner runoff, higher soil productivity, erosion control, and wildlife habitat. The Pella Chronicle.
In a June letter to the Pella Chronicle residents criticize the absence of a Spanish program in Pella elementary and high schools. After a geography trip to Yucatan locals urge a petition to the school board to start courses as soon as September, arguing language learning is easier in grade school and helps cross cultural understanding.
A city drive to raise 56000 for airport land succeeds with 36705 deposited and 1100 in pledges. The effort, led by local businessmen and volunteers, surpasses the target and showcases strong community spirit.
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