Des Moines Voters to Decide Shaff Reapportionment Plan
One week before Dec 3 Iowa residents will vote on the Shaff plan to amend the state constitution. It would create 58 senate districts with one senator each and base the House on one representative per county with nine counties gaining an extra seat, replacing the current mixed area and population system. The plan marks Iowa’s first major legislative apportionment overhaul since 1904.
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Reapportionment Debate Hits Iowa Voting Box
The 1904 and 1928 amendments shaped house and senate apportionment by county population, driving rural underrepresentation. Rapid urban growth and mechanization spur calls for reform, with Shafi Plan supporters saying cities gain Senate power while opponents warn rural vetoes persist. Voters face Dec. 3 decision.
Eternal flame lights Kennedy grave in Arlington memorial
An eternal flame burned beside John F. Kennedy's grave in Arlington National Cemetery as Jacqueline Kennedy lit the gas flame after the burial. Military guard coverage extends a week with a blue lit tribute and international bouquets decorate the site.
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False report on threat to Kennedy
Police checked out an apparently false alarm report that a man with a weapon stood on a roof opposite Robert F. Kennedy's office. Investigators traced the sighting to a workman carrying tools atop the IRS Building with about 30 workers counted and no gunman found.
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Johnson Opens Presidency With Congress Speech Plans
President Johnson began work at the White House moving into the oval office and meeting foreign leaders. He will address Congress in a joint session Wednesday at 12 30 p m EST outlining civil rights and tax cut priorities and the speech will be televised nationally.
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Rites for Mrs. Long Wednesday Afternoon
Funeral services for Mrs. John E. Long who died Sunday in Minnesota will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Jones Funeral Home. The Rev. Lloyd Latta will preside, with burial in Crawfordsville Cemetery. Her home was on route two in Washington, she had been visiting a daughter in Minnesota.
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Community Chest Drives Near Goal in Washington
Workers on Washingtons annual Community Chest drive press toward the $28 100 target as pledges and gifts surpass $24 000. More volunteers report to Chest headquarters while national conditions slow routine activities. Final reports urged at once.
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Mrs. Paul V. Heitzman dies after memorial service
Mrs. Paul V. Heitzman 45 of Hills died Monday evening at Mercy Hospital after illness at a Kennedy memorial service at St Josephs Church Hills. She suffered a heart condition for a year. Funeral Wednesday at 9 a.m. in St Josephs Church. Burial in St Wenecelaus Cemetery. Rosary at 8 p.m. tonight at McGovern-Dwyer Funeral Home Iowa City. Survivors: husband four children mother and siblings.
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Corn College Opens Here On December 5
The Corn College course will be offered by the adult evening school program this year. The first meeting is set for December 5 at 7 30 p m in the vocational agriculture room at Washington High School. A materials packet on corn production will be provided to farmers enrolling. Council members across communities will contact farmers about the course.
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Kime Attends Kennedy Funeral in Washington
William R. Kime of Richland, commander of Veterans of World War One, traveled to Washington on Sunday with 15 other military groups to join the funeral for President John F. Kennedy. They marched behind the Marine Band and were driven to Arlington Cemetery in eight army limousines, standing with 16 government representatives and their wives at the burial. Kime returned Tuesday.
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Poles pay homage to Kennedy at Vienna embassy
Poles lined up at the American Embassy in Vienna to sign the condolence book and leave flowers for President Kennedy. A Polish sculptor offered a bust for the lobby and guards helped with duty as thousands passed through. The Polish press shifted to condolences, reflecting deep emotion and personal ties to Kennedy.
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Medical aid for Iowans begins applications December 2
The State Board of Social Welfare announces a new Medical Aid for the Aged program for Iowans 65 and over not on Old Age Assistance. Apply at county social welfare offices starting Monday, with eligibility determined by county workers and financed by state and federal funds.
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Weather Outlook for Iowa Fair Through Thanksgiving
United Press International reports Iowa will see generally fair conditions tonight and Wednesday. Lows range from 25 to 32 degrees with daytime highs of 50 to 55. Thanksgiving Thursday remains continued fair and mild.
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