Rural voters sidelined by urban appeal in Iowa reapportionment
An Iowa editorial argues reapportionment shifts power toward cities, leaving rural voters as second class citizens. It cites gubernatorial campaigns courting urban voters and warns a strong urban-majority legislature could erode rural influence, drawing comparisons to Nebraska’s unicameral system and loss of rural road funds. It urges rural newspapers and citizens to resist urban dominance.
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Rural Iowa lawmakers deserve fair reapportionment debate
A letter argues against slanted coverage of Iowa politics. It defends rural legislators, urges constitutional population-based reforms with balanced representation, and urges fair news reporting without editorializing. It notes farm taxes fund much of the levy and warns against undermining stability by sidelining rural voices.
Political caucuses urge voter participation in primaries
The column urges citizens to attend party caucuses as a grassroots chance to influence presidential nominees and platform. It notes the caucus chain from precinct to national conventions, warns that nonparticipation yields followers, and comically compares caucus involvement to a circus before praising Pleasantville’s new superintendent and urging calm to heal the district.
Pella Faces Pressure to Attract and Retain Industry
The text warns that Pella, with about one fifth of its workforce in manufacturing, faces ongoing invitations from other towns offering enticing incentives. It argues the city lacks a strong, focused plan to attract new industry and preserve existing plants, suggesting volunteers or a full-time Chamber Secretary to boost industrial appeal.
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Civilians misread mood after assassination report
Army says revulsion over the Harv Lee Oswald era affects civilian marksmanship, with the National Board for the Promotion of Rifle Practice uncertain how many Harvey Lees exist. The piece notes mixed emotions about security and questions the board’s purpose while acknowledging long-term support.
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Thank You Note From North Mahaska Science Fair
The North Mahaska Community High School Science Fair Committee and student body thank Voice of the Public for coverage of their science fair. Arlene Glendening signs the appreciation letter praising the paper’s article and pictures and requesting continued publicity to help patronage.
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New Books at the Library
A collection of book blurbs features Shirley E. Cunningham a Bronx refugee in Greenwich Village facing unwanted romantic advances from her boss at Bushwick Brothers. Also included are stories of Lin a Chinese American undergoing cross cultural love and a Viet Nam war eyewitness account, plus Flora Sandes World War I nurse and front line soldier.
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