Support small hospitals urged to defeat HEW rules
Bayote to the Editor argues HEW regulations threaten Heeg Memorial and other small community hospitals in northwest Iowa. He urges readers to write letters to oppose rules on 500 deliveries per year 80 percent occupancy and 3.7 beds per 1000 people, citing hardship in obstetrical care and travel to cities. The piece also critiques a novelty divorce medallion item and notes Iowa’s balanced budget prospects under Carter. It closes urging October Country Music Month awareness and reflects on community betterment efforts in Rock Valley.
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Valley Newsroom Credits and Staff Listing
The official Rock Valley newspaper lists Marge Harmelink as managing editor and Pam Thorson as staff, noting its membership in the Iowa Press Association and the National Newspaper Association.
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