19 Oct 1972
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Newspaper
Sumner Gazette
Location
Sumner, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1972
Page
1
Voters face a constitutional amendment to extend terms from two to four years for the governor and other state administrators. The change, defended as reducing short-term political influence, requires passage through two legislative sessions and a public vote. Proponents argue it refines focus on governance and independence from presidential elections.
Richfield residents honor birthdays and anniversaries with gatherings. Lucille Zupke hosted a birthday morning with many guests including Mrs Melvin Mattke and Richard plus Bradly and Nena. William Krueger and Bertha Marr, Bartels Home residents, marked 68 years of marriage. Adolph Niewoehner hosted his son Gene’s 18th birthday party with family present.
A collection of quotes from Rogert E. Crawford W Somerset Maughm and Alma Boice Holland on life, resilience, and criticism. Local social notes mention visits and gatherings in Sumner and nearby towns, including Zupke, Plegenkuhle, Niewoehner, and Schmidt families, with multiple Sunday dinners and birthday celebrations.
This piece notes the community as a finalist in the state wide Community Betterment Contest. Judges observed unity in projects and pride in well kept property, plus historic efforts in garbage pickup, rural fire protection, a United Fund drive, street modernization, and festive holiday decorations. It warns against resting on past achievements and urges continued progress and employment opportunities.
Bremer County farmers are asked to nominate candidates for Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation ASC community committeemen. Petitions signed by at least three qualified voters must be filed by October 27 at the Bremer County ASCS Office in Waverly. Nominees must be eligible farmers under 70, with ASC voting status, and willing to serve if elected.
Voters face three Iowa amendments approved by two successive assemblies. One would let the Supreme Court discipline and retire judges for good cause aided by a judicial qualifications commission. Another would extend governor and top official terms from two to four years, with six offices shifted to four years. The bingo measure would repeal the current constitutional ban on lotteries and place definition of prohibited activities in the legislature.
The week’s items report Minnie Horsley winning the gold wool afghan in a Sumner hospital fundraiser, Gordon Hugh Garrett hired as a Sumner police officer, and cake contest placings in Waterloo. Also noted are store openings, a student on a campout injury, anniversaries, deaths, a 60 day leave in Yokosuka, civic events, and local civic group activities in Sumner and surrounding towns.
Sumner poet Lillian Dirksen, a noted Midwest writer and chaparral society laureate, contributes weekly to the Sumner Gazette. The collection includes a tranquil meditation and a stormy nautical piece, reflecting faith and loss with references to orphans, bread, and ships beyond the harbor.
A public profile highlights 14 years of service as city attorney, marking a steady track record in municipal governance. The record notes leadership roles, policy guidance, legal advisory duties, and commitment to public service within city government.
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