15 Jul 1971
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1971
Page
1
Atmospheric conditions are blamed for poor TV pictures in the Washington area. A local repairman urged viewers to be patient as fluttering lines and muted images fade with the changing weather, which is expected to clear up interference from distant stations.
Washington County Extension Director Jim Frier says aphids detected in 80 to 85 percent of sorghum plants in one field. He consulted former Ames agronomist Harvey Thompson and recommends spraying malathion at one pound per acre, noting aerial or high clearance equipment as options to protect crops amid rising sorghum yields and concerns over southern leaf blight in corn.
An intercepted memo asks if a dove can remain still for a draft and raises questions about patience and timing. The phrase evokes a cautious, tactical mood reflecting ongoing uncertainty and potential risk.
Labor turmoil expands across 180000 Unite Transportation Union and 500000 Communications Workers of America. Strikes target railroads including Union Pacific and Southern Railway, with possible action against Chicago and North Western depends on a Chicago court ruling. Copper and steel talks resume in multiple cities while Longshoremen and Telegraph Workers presses for deals.
Sen. Harold Hughes of Iowa said he will not seek the Democratic nomination next year and will not endorse any rival. He cited difficulty securing needed support, a shift to focus on national issues, and continued political activity without running. Hughes, 49, is a first-year senator and former governor who has battled drug and social issues.
The board adopted the 1971-72 budget with Washington State Bank as depository. Stan Kiesey was reappointed secretary. Regular meeting set for the fourth Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the high school library. A senior high band tour to Aster fark Colo was tentatively approved if funds are raised. Budget details include transportation and fuel bids, with new contracts for staff including Hackbarth, Stevens, and Smith.
The University of Iowa receives nearly 545000 in Institute of Dental Research funds to link dentistry and speech pathology education. Dean Dean Spriesterbach notes grants support joint training, with stipends from 2500 to 6000 for pre and post doctoral levels. One program will run a year with 300467 dollars to acquaint dentists and speech pathologists with cross field aspects.
US negotiator David Bruce urged a new approach at the Paris peace talks proposing a cease-fire throughout Indochina while Communist proposals are discussed. He pressed for a restricted, nonpublic meeting to clarify positions, noting the Communists offered no response. The plan would cover Laos and Cambodia, not just Vietnam, and aims to stop fighting nationwide as talks continue.
Washington officials issued a warning to bicycle riders within city limits to install proper lights and a rear reflector before dark. Mayor Ralph Martin cited recent near misses as evidence, and police will impound bikes for a week if found without adequate front light and rear reflector after a one week grace period.
District Judge Harold Victor officially released the names of eight indicted for a Johnson County kickback scheme. The move follows a newspaper editor printing the names despite a court order. Attorneys for the defendants condemned the editor while arguing the grand jury exceeded its legal term and that the press lacks power to override judicial orders.
Three residents of the Iowa Soldiers Home in Marshalltown died and a fourth was injured when a rented pontoon boat capsized on Pine Lake near Eldora. Passengers, including two college-age interns, helped rescue others as the boat toppled in about eight feet of water. Victims were Charles Seaton of Springville, Chester Stroud of Des Moines, and Jorgen Kiirsten of Jewell. Albert Lake of Anamosa was hospitalized with nonlife threatening injuries.
Mostly clear conditions continue tonight and Friday with little temperature change. Lows range from the mid 50s in the north to around 50 in the south, while highs Friday rise to the lower to mid 80s.
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