Editorials reflect on reading choices and public duty
A collection of thoughts from editorials on reading time, cost of government, and political correctness. It cites issues from Korea and communism, laments over modern letter writing, and notes social attitudes in New York protests and cost concerns. The piece references Montaigne, Jeffersonian manners, and the need for humane, personal communication while warning about brutality in war. It mentions Left-wing demonstrators and public reactions in major cities.
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Burlington
Korea
Grain Exchange Chief Attacks Brannan Plan
Minneapolis grain exchange president J A Bolton attacked Secretary of Agriculture Charles Brannan for seeking broad government powers over grain exchanges. Bolton warned the move would threaten household welfare by eliminating speculative trading, while insisting that no runaway price danger exists due to government grain stocks that can be released as needed.
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Minneapolis
J. A. Bolton
Minneapolis Grain Exchange
Charles Brannan
Bolton
Brannan
Bolton urges competition to curb market control
Bolton warns that government control is absolute and that competition is essential to protect buyers and sellers from arbitrary market actions. He argues that keeping rivals in the market benefits the nation and prevents price manipulation.
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Bolton
Autograph Hunter Chases Runaway Horse Plot Twist
John Garfield, filming Under My Skin at the State Theatre, pursued a girl who rode a supposed runaway horse in the Santa Monica hills. The chase lasted about a half hour as he tried to secure a signing moment amid the unusual ruse.
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John Garfield
State Theatre
Santa Monica Hills
Autograph Antic Ends Balloon Rescue Scene
A male actor intervenes as a girl’s horse veers, grabbing the reins to stop the animal. The actor’s balloon is punctured in the moment when the girl softly tells him she was not in danger and asked for his autograph.
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Mile
Mr. Garfield
Police chiefs oppose Komedy Kop portrayals
Indiana police chiefs at their annual conference said current Komedy Kop routines in films and radio foster disrespect for police and encourage juvenile delinquency. They urged a nationwide campaign to end such unfair portrayals.
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Bloomington
Ill
Indiana
Maple Syrup Output in New York for 1950 Estimated
New York state maple syrup production in 1950 was estimated at 632000 gallons, a 17 percent increase over 1949. The forecast reflects stronger harvests and higher demand across the state.
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New York State
Roth Reunion Held In Liechty Home
The Roth reunion gathered July 30 at Mrs. Effie Liechty's home with a cooperative basket dinner. Numerous Roth relatives and friends from Des Moines Washington Cedar Rapids Burlington and Wellman attended along with extended family. Otto Frey underwent major surgery in Iowa City and is recovering. Elizabeth Wittmer aided at the Frey home during his hospital stay.
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Vernon W. Frey
Noble
Roth
Effie Liechty
Bherm Wolfe
Mary Jo
Des Moines
John Roth
Carrol
Glen Klopfenstein
Mt. Pleasant
Max Liechty
Myr
Wilbert Graber
Washington
Richard Roth
Cedar Rapids
Dale Nebel
Iowa City
Shirley Liechty
Burlington
Bill Nebel
Tommy
Olds
Leslie
Stanley Stoopes
Trenton
Raymond Nebel
Joyce Kleece
Hokie
Amon Graber
Allen Roth
Dorothy
Wayland
Chris Roth
Jordon Dean
Paul Troyer
Wellman
Lee Swartzencruber
Robert Roth
Milton Nobel
J. N. Reschly
Alice
Susan
Catherine
Marshalltown
L. H. Patterson
Doris Patterson
Vere Goff
Carol
Pontiac
Ill
Kenneth Goff
Vinton
S. F. Shockley
Carl Frey
Tillie Carter
Freeburg
Ottorey
Mrs. Henry DeQuick
Chicago
C E. Roth
Indiana
Kathryn Miller
Muncie
Ind
F. L. Matson
Goff
J. M. Rich
Clayton Nebel
Oscar Miller
Dale Goff
Beverly
California
Orlin Frey
Esther Meyers
Raisin City
Calif
Iowa
Otto Frey
Mercy Hospital
Elizabeth Wittmer
Mr. Frey
W. L. Curtis
Effie Kelly
Harold W. Neilson
Joyce Gentzler
Alma Johnston
Charlotte
N. c
Anna Paxton
Restopia Nursing Home
Charles Jenkins
Dorothy McConahay
Arlene Clark
Joe Yarbrough
East Iowa Bible Camp
Deep River
Millersburg
Clindus Brown
Elaine Vansant
Janet Lutz
Lois Nicholson
F. J. Pine
Shearer Named Columbus Junction Postmaster Nominee
President Truman sent the senate the nomination of Woodrow J. Shearer for postmaster at Columbus Junction. He has served as acting postmaster since February 1949 after Mrs. Nettie Blair Lewis retired. The piece also notes clergy and community items including Rev. Neal Dodd’s ordination anniversary and local social events.
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Columbus Junction
Truman
Senate
Woodrow J. Shearer
Shearer
Nettie Blair Lewis
Neal Dodd
St. Mary of the Angels
Los Angeles
Calif
Conesville Teachers Named for 1950 51 School Year
The Conesville school staff for 1950 51 includes Jess L. Tomlinson as superintendent and speech, Mrs Sladene Fair in English and history, William M Mullen verg as coach and commerce, Mrs Gertrude Coder grades 6 7 8, Mrs Adna Coffin grades 3 4 5, Miss Nellie Moore Columbus City primary first and second. Repair work has been done. Farm Bureau will handle fineshes, Cooks will be Mrs Myrtle Hamilton and Mrs Mabel Solomon. The charge for students will be 20 cents.
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Conesville
Jess L. Tomlinson
Ainsworth
Sladene Fair
Iowa City
William M. Mullenverg
Gertrude Coder
Nichols
Adna Coffin
Nellie Moore
Columbus City
Farm Bureau
Finehes
Myrtle Hamilton
Mabel Solomon
New Film The Fighting Stallion Promises Thrills at Fox Theatre
Action fans await the Sunday showing of The Fighting Stallion at the Fox Theatre. The film features a white stallion named Chieftain in a daring see ing eyer role and promises intense battle scenes.
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Fox Theatre
Chietain
The Fighting Stallion Action Sequence Spotlight
The scene features two celebrated stallions in a breathtaking chase praised as one of the era’s most remarkable action sequences. Produced by Hollywood veteran Jack Schwarz for Eagle Lion Films, the film is noted for outdoor stunt work and dynamic movement.
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Bill Edwards
Doris Merrick
Forrest Taylor
Eagle-Lion
Hollywood
Jack Schwarz
Eagle Lion Films
Night Blindness Linked to Night Driving Accidents
A Pennsylvania study found four percent of drivers in night accidents suffered from night blindness or low adaptation to changes in light intensity.
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Pennsylvania
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