McGovern surge in Iowa threatens Democratic ticket dynamics
The article analyzes George McGovern's primary victories and rising delegate support, suggesting a likely first ballot nomination in Miami. It notes possible defections from pledged delegates, uncertain coalition strength among Humphrey Wallace Muskie, and potential shifts in Iowa races where McGovern’s liberalism could influence gubernatorial and congressional contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McGovern
California
McGovern
Miami
South Dakota
Humphrey
Wallace
Muskie
Democratic Party
Iowa
Tapscott
Franzenburg
Shaine
Taylor
Incorporation of Sumner Questioned in 1886 Appeal
In an 1886 appeal a Sumner resident asks if a town the size of Sumner can remain unincorporated and argues incorporation would fund better sidewalks, health, and protection. The writer warns neglect could invite crime and hazard, noting railroad expansion by M. and N. near Sumner and waves of Bohemian and Italian workers. The piece urges adopting incorporation for safety and order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner
Iowa
Baptism and social notes from Pinhook area
Pinhook and Sumner residents attend the baptism of Lesa Baruth at St. Joseph Church in Austin Minnesota with Mrs. Emil Matthias as sponsor. Local families hosted, visited, and vacationed in Canada. Memorial Day gatherings occurred with multiple households hosting and planning the Simner Community Centennial from June 30 to July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinhook
Ray Kuethe
Emil Matthias
Sumner
Lesa Baruth
Carroll Baruth
Kathy Kuethe
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Austin
Minn
Matthias
George Garuth
Myr
Robert Figanbaum
Canada
Lucille Dilley
Albert Bieck
Dale Gruhlman
Howard Textmeier
Carl Heitmann
Waterloo
Albert Rieck
Leroy Township
Manfreal
Evivke Strauss
Colburg
Germany
Dean Craun
Looking Around This Week on Interstate Route Debate
A syndicated column discusses hearings on Cedar Rapids to Waterloo Interstate routing. It critiques dog-leg plans, argues for modernization of existing roads, and questions the value of a costly freeway to sparsely populated Northeast Iowa. The writer urges prioritizing local roads and efficient routing over sweeping high speed plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Waterloo
Iowa
Jahan
Waterloo Courier
Celwein Register
Celwein
Delwein
JRH
Sumner
Here
Tripoli
JIRH
Jrhand
Lew
Bill
Fayette
Buck Creek
Obituaries from Fredericksburg and Sumner area
Obituary notices for Christian William Wenthe Frank William Ferdinand Weitenhagen and William Edward Granneman. Wenthe, born 1890 Sumner Ia, died 1971 Fredericksburg at 81, survived by Blanche and four children, funeral at St. Pauls Fredericksburg. Weitenhagen, born 1882 Sumner Twp, spent life in Fredericksburg, long business career, burial Rose Hill, survived by two children and five grandchildren. Granneman, born 1895 rural Sumner, married Freida Kika Kaeppel in 1915, lifelong area resident, operated Hichfield Store, later work at Electric Power Plant, memorial continues on page 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Wenthe
Fredericksburg
Christian William Wenthe
Sumner
Spring Fountain Lutheran Church
St. John's Lutheran Church
Blanche Olander
Wenthes
Lave
Mr. Wenthe
Alien Memorial Hospital
Blanche
Evelyn
E. P. von Doehren
Bernard
James
Riverside
Calif
Kenneth
Cedar Rapids
Laverne
Claude
Harold
St. Pauls Lutheran Church
Jeffrey Crane
Rose Hill Cemetery
Frank William Ferdinand Weitenhagen
Carl Weilenhagen
Frederika
Guy Linderman
Guy
Frank
St Paul's Lutheran Church
Sunrise
Waterloo
Loretta
Leonard Downes
McAllen
Tex
August
Fred
Anna
Richard Hehmke
Emma
Elmer Blockhaus
West Union
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Jeffery Crane
William Edward Granneman
Iowa
Mary
Ruhrmeister) Granneman
Bik
Bill
Freida Kika Kaeppel
Trinity Lutheran Church
Hiwhkeye
Iowa Southern Utilities faces 60 day data submission
The Iowa Southern Utilities Company must file data with the Iowa Commerce Commission within 60 days to justify its current rate structure. The move marks the first time in nine years the commission has initiated such action. The commission cites a 14 percent return on the utility’s investment and deems present rates potentially unreasonable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Southern Utilities Company
Iowa Commerce Commission
Commission
Commerce Commission
Maurice van Nostrand
Iowa Southern
Centerville
Des Moines
Town Farm Bureau
William J. Kuhfuss
American Farm Bureau Federation
National Farm Organization
Soviet Union
Kuhfuss
Russia
Europe
Farm Bureau
Campaign and civic notes from Sumner Gazette era 1972
In Iowa politics Primary filings show 445 candidates for 150 seats as House and Senate races loom. Dick Clark plans a 700 mile Iowa senatorial walk starting June 29 in Sioux City to Dubuque, while Miller contemplates a phone-in TV Q&A. Recycle center to open at Iowa State Ames. Octane rules enforce pump ratings. a dog saves Anna Belle Redfern from a trailer fire near Ottumwa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Soviet Union
China
Kuhfuss
Dick Clark
Senate
Iowa
Jack Miller
Sioux City
Clark
Dubuque
Sen. Miller
Melvin Synhorst
House
General Assembly
Iowa State University
Ames
Sam
Obits and life events from Sumner area notices
Obituaries note the deaths of Mrs. John Lamprecht 179 longtime Sumner resident at Sumner Community Memorial Hospital and Miss Margaret A. John 49 Emmetsburg at St Marys Rochester Minn. Walter H. Steege 72 farmer of Westgate died at Allen Memorial Hospital Waterloo. Anniversary notices include Mr and Mrs Steve Cah ey 40th at Immaculate Conception Church Sumner and Mr and Mrs Herman Peterman 25th at St Pauls Lutheran Maynard. Other items cover military leave, birthdays, coaching contract, and store opening plans in Cedar Rapids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Lamprecht
Sumner
Sumner Community Memorial Hospital
Margaret A. John
Emmetsburg
St. Mary’s Hospital
Rochester
Minn
Walter H. Steege
Westgate
Allen Memorial Hospital
Waterloo
Steve Cahey
Immaculate Conception
Herman Peterman
Maynard
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Dale Schwerin
Alvin Schwerin
Germany
Dave Severson
Tim Cain
Jaycees
W. FP. Wood
Gayl Farnum
Gailord, Farnum
Grundy Center High School
Zoa Fay
St. Joseph's Hospital
New Hampton
Paul Rosenow
Anna Marie Rosenaw
Berg Funeral Home
Clair Tibbitts
TL. E. Tibbitts
Tibbitts
Ford
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Sumner Gazette
Eugene Hoth
U.S. Naval Reserve
U.S.5
Worland
Chicago
Monica C. Potratz
Summer Community Memorial Hospital
Elida Brandt Oberlieu
Wartburg College
Waverly
Jeanette Volker
Miss Volker
Carolyn L. Brase
Judy Giese
Reid Giese
West Union
Arion
Lorenz Albrecht
Fredericksburg
Poet Lillian Dirksen Showcased In Sumner Gazette Features
Lillian Dirksen, a renowned Sumner poet, appears as Midwest poet laureate and weekly poetry feature in the Sumner Gazette. The piece presents brief reflections on wisdom, citing Pope Milton and Spurgeon, urging cautious speech and measured thought amid looming misinformation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Dirksen
Sumner
Midwest
Chaparrel Poetry Society
Sumner Gazette
Pope
Milton
Truth
Charles Spurgeon
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Incorporation
Albert Kieck
Craun
Douglas Holdt
Glen Fay
Marion
Jonn Fay
Louise Fay
Fay
Tay Keetee
Mike
Allen Rieck
Janesville
Cholce
Julie
F. E. Destival
Marlowe Ricek
Mor
Nelson Gaede
Mary Bartels
Ron Burkle
Stacy
Mark Tucvvle
Travis
Simner
Ovid
Frank Weitenhagen
William Granneman
Sumner Gazete
Townsend
L. B. Liddy
Liddy
Anna Belle Redfern
Route 6
Ottumwa
C. W. Frick
Charlotte
Herman Wuttke
Earl Lease
Towa City
Burnita Hammer
F. Haggerty
Town City
Co. L. Mills
Edwin
Frieda
Ruth Niemann
Mable Fedeley
Bethel Township
Fred Poehler
Minnesota
Co. 1
Huebel
le Seuer Center
Poet's Corner
Alexander
Fritz Electric
Tower OF Babel
American Legion Hall
Tannamehla Maak
A Insurance Services
Insurance Services Allied
Mutual Insurance Company
Allied Life Insurance Company
Amco Insurance Company
Harms Insurance Agency
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