Leet to Close Meat Market After 30 Years Over New Rules
Richard D. Leet owner of Leet's Market near Sunset Park says he is closing after 30 years due to stringent meat inspection rules under the Wholesome Meat Act. He cites persistent unsatisfactory inspections and constant required changes as driving factors and questions federal and state enforcement.
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Centennial Opens Today in Riverside Riverside Celebrates 100 Years
Riverside begins a three day centennial with a crowded parade of 200 plus children in costumes riding antique cars bikes and horses. Retired General Mills president Paul Gerot returns for the celebration and Roy Hall Park is dedicated by local leaders.
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O'Brien appointed to direct McGovern campaign
George S. McGovern named Lawrence F. O'Brien to chair and direct his presidential campaign strategy. O'Brien will liaison with Democratic leaders and key groups while unifying party support across the country and traveling to promote the candidate.
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Weather and meat inspections spark debate over standards
Occasional thunderstorms linger tonight and Friday as warm humid air lingers over the south and east with scattered showers possible. In farm and meat plant talk, inspectors face criticism over strict rules and uniform enforcement, with owners like Leet and Boyd urging practical consistency while noting costs and closures for health issues.
Washington County Fair Pork Barbecue Expands to Nine Hogs
Washington County Fair Board plans a August 2 barbecue at 5 p.m. during Fair Week. Nine whole hogs will be prepared and served as quarter pound sandwiches by the Washington County Pork Producers, with an estimated 4000 servings free to attendees.
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20th Annual Wedding Reunion At Little Brown Church
Couples married in the Little Brown Church south of Charles City will return for the 20th annual wedding reunion on August 6. The historic church, famed by the 1857 song Come to the Church in the Wildwood by William Pitts, has hosted fifty thousand marriages with last year drawing 275 couples from as far as Hong Kong.
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Miller campaigners tour eastern Iowa during primary push
Senator Jack Miller of Iowa uses family and volunteers to campaign while in Washington. His wife Jerry and daughter Jaynie travel eastern Iowa from July 10 to July 29 visiting voters, handing out voting records and campaign notes. They are part of two teams aiming to boost support before the August 1 primary.
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Peggy) Butler
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Laird Attacks McGovern Peace Plan Criticism
Defense Secretary Melvin R. Laird condemned Senator George S. McGovern’s peace proposals as a “give away now and beg later” plan. He urged not to approach North Vietnam as a beggar while noting McGovern’s call for immediate Indochina troop withdrawal could pressure Hanoi to release U.S. POWs. McGovern says diplomacy over bombing.
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