Washington's pivotal role in early U.S. founding
The piece recalls George Washington as a military leader and first president who guided the new government, resigning after victory and later serving as adviser. It notes his unanimous 1789 election, a second term, and 1797 retirement, with a concluding quote from General Henry Lee. It also covers the American Legion Auxiliary meeting at WFLW Hall on Feb 16 with eight members present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ington
Washington
Henry Lee
The
American Legion Auxilary
WFLW
Hall
Florence Miller
Catherine Bomgaars
Leo Grosenburg
Good Time To Pay The Library a Visit
A local library invites all ages to visit and browse new books, magazines, and recordings. Children aged four to nine may attend weekly story hour Saturdays through March 7, led by Jean Wwynia and Lois Roorda. Featured titles include Sometimes Magic, I’m Done Crying, Funny, you don’t look Christian, and Horse Trading, showcasing young adult and Western themes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Wwynia
Lois Roorda
Robert M. Herbold
Ben K. Green
David Aarum
Tose
West
Bath
Notable 1968 Best Sellers At The Library
Library shelves feature popular titles and new novels by renowned authors. Engaging works include Man O War by Walter Farley and The Shivering Sands by Victoria Holt, with classics like The Godfather by Mario Puzo and The French Lieutenant's Woman by John Fowles among others.
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Walter Farley
Black Stallion
Island Stallion Books
Gillian
Victoria Holt
Kent
Shivering Sands
Victoria
Holt
Brighty
The
Grand Canyon
Marguerite Henry
Shaggy Litle Burro
Mario Puzo
John Fowles
Suand
Daphne DuManrier
Miller Seeks Longer Followon Farm Programs and Limits
Senator Jack Miller urges early adoption of follow-on farm programs for feed grains wheat and cotton. He backs longer term contracts five to ten years to stabilize production and ties payment limits to operation size while ensuring tenant farmer opportunities and program participation. He also notes inflation and interest rates as a congressional priority and cites local anniversaries and racing hobbyist Bill Hudson.
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Senate Agriculture Committee
Iowa
Congress
Secretary of Agriculture
Senate
House Agriculture
Tkme
Secretary of Agriculce
Ews State University
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American Legion Auxiliary Meet
Nick Hurst
Victoria Mae
Richard Todd Gregson
Robert Greg
Des Moines
Jack Miller
Porgram
Contol
Roy Edmundsoll
Sigourney
Rein Talsma
Ganborn
Sheldon
Hoffor
Massena
George Brawe
Jake Mosher
Lanesboro
Hobby Bill Hudson
Monteguma
Tampa
Fio
Bill
Farm. Bureau
Farm Bureau
Blue
Iyy
Sipma Electric
Washingtons
Rexall
Xée
BEALL
Wacom Bre
Pamckey
iProTe
Winter Fabric
Smith Fabrics
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