Federal help sought to enforce 55 mph Iowa speed limit
Des Moines report on the Iowa Highway Safety Patrol seeking federal funds and manpower to enforce the 55 mph limit amid energy crisis fallout. Col. Ed Dickinson and Capt. Ted Godfrey urge reemphasis on fuel conservation as speeds rise and enforcement struggles grow. They note limited earmarked funds and little public information from the federal government.
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Des Moines
Iowa Highway Safety Patrol
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Carter
Markets Grain CHICAGO Wheat and soybeans mixed on futures
Chicago wheat prices were down at midmorning with Dec and Mar futures lower by 2.6 to 2.7 percent while May dipped about 2.8 percent. Corn futures eased around 2.5 percent across the board, and soybeans rose roughly 7 percent with July and May contracts up about 7 percent.
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Taxation study in Iowa faces mild criticism from leaders
A blue ribbon panel's short term report on Iowa property tax reform drew cautious appraisal at the Farm Bureau meeting. Lt. Gov. Neu said time and resources shaped focus on immediate needs while inflation drives local government spending. Both Neu and Gov. Ray urged longer range reform if given more time and staff. State officials warned farmland valuations will rise until a broader, equitable tax structure is adopted.
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UPI
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Robert D. Ray
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Arthur Neu
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Gerald Bair
Farm Bureau
Bair
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Livestock market report from Des Moines and Joliet
Des Moines livestock trade was moderately active with demand fair. Butchers ranged 25.50 to 39.00 for various weights. hogs mostly steady to down. sows steady. Joliet cattle receipts insufficient for test. hogs 1,400 head steady to 50 lower with No 1-2 200-230 lb at 39.25 to 39.50 and 240-260 lb at 37.00 to 39.00. Friday cattle and hog receipts listed at 1,200 each.
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Des Moines
UPI
Keokuk County Chorus Tops Farm Bureau Contest
The Keokuk County Farm Bureau women's chorus won first place at the state Farm Bureau convention in Des Moines this week based on membership percentage and yearly performance. Webster County chorus placed second and Winneshiek County third in the judging.
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Keokuk County
State Farm Bureau
Des Moines
Webster County
Winneshiek County
Hospital notes of admissions and dismissals
Notes show admissions yesterday for Mela Horak of Washington medical and Mrs Ulysses Eagle of Wayland medical. Discharges today include Frank Rathmell of Washington transferred to Washington Care Center and several others: Mrs Ada Whiting Crawfordsville Mrs John Helmuth and son Kalona Omer Crawford West Chester Mrs William Witthoft Washington Mrs Hollis Whiting Crawfordsville Mrs Merle Blieu Washington Larry Roth Mt. Pleasant.
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Washington
Washington Care Center
Ada Whiting
Crawfordsville
John Helmuth and Son
Kalona
Omer Crawford
West Chester
William Witthoft
Hollis Whiting
Merle Blieu
Larry Roth
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Washington BPW Christmas Party Scheduled for Dec 13
The Washington Business and Professional Women's Club will hold its Christmas party Monday December 13 at 6 30 p m in the home of Marie Marie Reservations must be made by Friday Standing reservations should notify if unable to attend hostesses will receive confirmations
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Washington Business and Professional Women’s Club
Marie Marie
Mrs T R Phillips Undergoes Hip Surgery
Mrs T R Phillips of Washington underwent hip surgery at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City on Wednesday. Her room is 3100.
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T. R. Phillips
Washington
Mercy Hospital
Iowa City
Two Candidates Vying for Iowa Democratic State Chair
In Des Moines two candidates Ed Campbell and Glenn Buhr submit resumes to the Democratic state central committee ahead of a Saturday roll call vote to replace Tom Whitney who resigns January 20. Both spoke at a briefing. five to ten minute appeals and an open Q&A follow. The winner will be chosen by roll call, not secret ballot. The piece also notes the Bicentennial Wagon Train Pilgrimage exhibit move to Living History Farm and Nickelsberg’s resignation to join New York Congressman Fred Richmond’s staff.
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Central Committee
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