Editorials from the Washington Star page on public finance and democracy
A Washington Star editorial mix discusses public finance seminar ideas by Jim Frier, tax choices for funding schools roads and police, and the appeal of easily collected taxes such as a 1¢ per gallon gas tax. It questions fairness versus convenience and compares free world democracies with voting rights across nations while noting parking meters and other social observations.
Editorial Briefs Reflect on Power and Paradox
W. H. Marriott muses on weather chiefs and ill governors. Notions on education, profits, debt, and the meaning of leadership surface amid a fragmented plea for clarity in public life. The piece hints at 1929 era tensions and the politics of schooling and rights.
Spring call to help Washington county wildlife
In spring, citizens of Washington County are urged to plant trees and shrubs to support wildlife. Kiwanis and the County Conservation Board report tree plantings and plans for cover along farms and roadsides with state and federal aid available. Burrell Downing emphasizes small plantings for pheasants and songbirds, inviting both farmers and town residents to participate.
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Kiwanis Club of Washington
County Conservation. Board
Marr Park
Washington Faure Farmers Chapter
Spri Burrell Downing
ASC
SCS
Our Agony in Viet Nam An Editor's Outlook
A defense of staying the course in Vietnam opposes negotiated settlement and withdrawal. The piece argues surrender via retreat would invite further Communist gains, cites Geneva terms and ongoing infiltrations, notes risks of regional upheaval, and warns that a U.S. pullout could prolong global conflict.
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Viet Nam
Truce Commission
Southeast Asia
Hanoi
Peking
Moscow
Hughes proposes split labor bills to win passage
Hughes outlined a three bill plan to avoid a full labor package. He cited a 50 50 passage chance and argued breaking up the program would win votes for parts favored by various groups. He called for limits on secondary boycotts and union shop practices.
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Hughes
Vitamin premixes aid swine rations
Washington County swine producers may gain better gains and feed efficiency by properly fortifying rations with vitamins. Recommendations include specific per pound and per ton premix dosages for Vitamin A D riboflavin pantothenic acid niacin B12, plus feeding rates for different stages of swine growth and lactation. A cattle market outlook cautions against over-optimism in May and June and notes risks of delayed marketings and high replacement cattle prices.
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Washington County
Jim Frier
M. D. Whitaker
Iowa State University
Gene Futrell
Futrell
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