Social Security Boost Clears Senate for Major Revision
The Senate completed action on a social security bill that would almost double average benefits from 26 to 46 dollars a month and extend coverage to about five million new workers. The measure increases payroll taxes on employers and workers, raising the tax on earnings and setting gradual rises through 1970. It includes expanded eligibility for self employed, domestic workers, farm hands, state city employees, and nonprofit staff.
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Washington
Senate
Truman
Walter F. George
Senate Finance Committee
Senate House Conference Committee
Wayland Local News Highlights From Aug 17
Wayland notes list Mars Schantz visiting Cedar Falls grandparents and sustaining a left arm fracture in a ball game. Visitors include Clara Hebel Grace Howard Emma Severt, Ben Beese, James Rinner, Walter Sauerteiz, Laura Longwell, and many others visiting relatives and attending showers, anniversaries, and community sales.
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Ezra Wittmer
Wayland
Mars Schantz
Jesse Cundy
Cedar Falls Gate
Schantz
Clara Hebel
Grace
Mavme Howard
Emma Severt
Oskaloosa
Ben Beese
Kansas
James Rinner
Chicago
A. E. Runner
Walter Sauerteiz
Luzern
Clarence Rhum
Laura Longwell
Washington
Jean
Joyce
Janice Judy
Joe
John Kauffman
Harold Kauffman
Ozarks
Andrew Yoder
Steling
Ohio
Elmer Meyer
Judson
Kent
David Meyer
Bill Jodot
Meyer
MacArthur Gets Fresh Corncob Pipes From Missouri Reporter
Tokyo dispatch reports Gen. Douglas MacArthur will not run short of corncob pipes any time soon. A Missouri reporter fulfilled a five year old request by sending six distinct corncob pipes, aiming for a visit, but MacArthur’s schedule and access remain tight. The letter from MacArthur thanked the sender and expressed appreciation while hoping to meet before departure.
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H. BD. Quigg
Tokyo
Gen
Douglas MacArthur
MacArthur
Manila
Missouri
Boonville
America
New York
Ed ison Marshall defends bait fishing for black bass
The noted author and angler Ed ison Marshall proclaims bait fishing as superior for black bass. He argues live bait like shiners outperforms plug and fly casting, stressing timing, line strength, and the thrill of watching a pond scene while fishing.
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Edison Marshall
Benjamin Blake
Drive Right Campaign Urged Amid Weekend Crash Reports
A column decries driving hazards and advocates an immediate Drive Right effort after a spate of weekend motor vehicle accidents. It complains of windshield stickers blocking view and urges practical safety signs on cars to reduce blind spots and fatalities.
Washington bus stop confuses traveler in new city
Mrs Mitchell recounts coming into Washington by bus and finding the station location changed, disembarking far from downtown. She compares it to a previous train arrival and notes a Rock Island cut-off causing another surprise. She travels often and shares lively insights about people and places. Quote: No one is rich enough to live without a neighbor.
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W. H. Mitchell
Eagle Grove
Washington
Rock Island
S. Washington
Mitchell
New Start Formula Lets 500,000 Elderly Workers Qualify
A proposed policy would allow half a million older workers to gain full benefits by meeting eligibility under a new start plan. Workers could qualify by paying payroll taxes for as little as 18 months, enabling a quicker path to benefits.
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Ayroll
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Paul Brenneman
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J. R. McKirahan
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Oswalt Falconer
Coggon
Jack Wenger
Columbia
J. W. McCoy
George Btook
Etha Brooks
Cumming
Heber
Whittaker
Kalona
Iowa
Midway Sales Company
Columbus Junction
Ollie
Livestock Exchange
Dell Farrier
Joe Conrad
Farrier
Crawfordsville
Highway 218
Conrad
Farrier Farm
Willis Alliman
Patsy
Stevie
J. G. Alliman
Mae Kemp
Lincoln Nebr
Arnold Rinner
Mattee Bennett
Tin Houk
Walter Bayen
Ottumwa
Ralph Kauffman
Houk
Tina Campbell
H.D. Quigg
Ducont Doug
Reeant
General Headquarters
Scaffers
Sarah
Midwest
Old Rock Island Depot
Washington, Iowa
Fred W. Bell Feed Service Headquarters
Dixie Dugan
By McEvoy
Striebel
Cushman
Robert Roger
N. E. Ave
Wayne Pig
Wayne
Rumble Produce
Palooka
EGG Markets
Rock Island Produce Co
Reisters
Ey II
Ale Tae Ee Pane
West Chester
MR. Farmer
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Frank
Pritz
Washington CO. Farm Stores, Inc
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Blondie
Chic Young
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