Policy and commentary on editorial openness and public discourse
A Knoxville Journal piece outlines The Chronicle policy to present multiple sides on issues and invite reader comment, while noting editorial rights to edit. It cites timely comments by Mrs. Max Goldman on neighborly thoughts, discusses politics, labor, and a Blend of the Month tobacco item, and lists jurors and courtroom witnesses from a May trial in Knoxville.
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Pella Welcomes Iowa Newsmen With Warm Community Spirit
The First Annual Tulip Time Press Day left Iowa reporters impressed by Pella as a united, friendly, hospitable community. Newsmen praised the cheerful mood, smooth festival flow, and costumes, noting the welcome and courtesy surpassed expectations. The piece lauds sustaining the strong community character to achieve future festival success.
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The right to choose explains American wealth
Wheeler McMillen argues that the high standard of living in the United States stems from the fundamental right to choose. The ability to select work, spend earnings, pursue education, religion, and residence fuels productivity and economic vitality under private enterprise and capitalism.
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Compulsory unions spark Iowa debate across papers
Editorials question government actions and labor policy, with Bloomfield and Waukon voices criticizing compulsory unionism and state administration moves. Atlantic News-Telegraph condemns nationwide spending while Emmetsburg notes mockery of agriculture probes, calling for cow witnesses to Senate-style testimony.
What About the Farmer
Congressman H. R. Gross criticizes Congress for inaction on farm cost price squeeze while quick approval is seen for other spending. He notes agriculture employs about 40 percent of jobs and questions why farmers bear the burden as lawmakers delay meaningful farm legislation. He asks when Johnson and Co. will fulfill last fall’s promises.
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Likes Chronicle's Right to Work editorial stand
Letter praises the Chronicle editorials on Right to Work dated February and May. The writer commends Democrats for defending their convictions and Republicans for resisting pressures to compromise. Gratitude is expressed for the paper's timely support of the cause.
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Urges new math classes for Pella adults
Dear editor, after Keith Emmert’s talk on Exploring The New Math, I believe many parents and adults including former math teachers would attend adult math classes. The adult education program should offer such instruction to help their children.
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Keith Emmert
Otley School Visit Thank You Note Dates May 13 1965
A note from Otley Elementary School thanks the Chronicle for a visit on May 3 and expresses appreciation for the time and hospitality received during the Otley tour.
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Keith Jarman Initiated Into Phi Theta Pi Fraternity
Keith Jarman son of Mr and Mrs Victor Jarman was formally initiated into Phi Theta Pi International Fraternity of the American Institute of Business Des Moines Iowa Monday evening April 26 A banquet preceded the ceremony at the Breeze House Ankeny Iowa at 7 30 p m After the banquet he and eight other men were installed into the Fraternity ranks
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Food supplement distribution set in Knoxville area
Food supplements will be distributed to eligible persons at 1214 Main St Knoxville during the week of May 17 21. The schedule lists May 18 811 am Attica Bussey Hamilton Marysville May 19 8 11 am Harvey Pella Pershing Tracy May 20 8 11 am Columbia Melcher Dallas May 21 11 am Otley Swan Pleasantville.
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Bar Association student court day in Knoxville
The Marion County Bar Association staged a mock trial on Wednesday May 5 in Knoxville with senior students from Knoxville Pella and Pleasantville observing. District Judge S E Pratt presided over a jury heard case about a pretend highway accident with participants including Pat Myers Pleasantville as the plaintiff I C Knott and plaintiffs attorneys Raymond Mick Norman Hays Knoxville Jerrold Jordan Knoxville and defendant Harry Pas.
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Social Security and Medicare Bill FAQ Clarified
The Medicare bill has not passed Congress so no medical bill assistance exists yet. applying now would have no effect. Also inheritance of $5000 does not cause loss of Social Security benefits this year.
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Family finance Q and A on social security number use
The reader asks about earning limits and a bank requiring a social security number for a four year old with a savings account. The answer advises completing the application for the child, then signing with the parent’s name and indicating in parentheses the word his Father.
Mahaska 4-Hers to Attend State 4-H Conference
Twelve Mahaska County 4-H Club members will attend the annual State 4-H Conference at Iowa State University in Ames June 9 to 12. The theme Citizenship Focus on the World shapes discussions and speakers. Leslie Everett and Rosalie Veldhuizen will join a pre conference workshop June 7 to 9 before joining the main event. Delegates include Sharrell Holliman Dianna Goodman Phyllis Moffet Carolyn Vos Karen Renaud David Vos Keith J De Bruin Edwin Vander Linden Ronald G Rohlfsen Johnny Eveland.
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Den 3 Visit to Central College
Den 3 visited Central College replacing their den meeting. They toured Evelyn White’s room in the girls dorm where she displayed shells bugs and mounts. She showed a boa skin and anteater hide plus a turtle specimen before visiting the biology lab with Miss Carlson.
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