Washington news in brief and local politics update
The Washington community chest campaign reports 11695.05 pledged to date with ongoing drive in the school division and business areas. Nomination papers for city elections were due. Bill Waggoner filed to run from the second ward on Citizens Ticket, joining four mayoral candidates and two council slates. City council met on Monday for routine business. Mayor pro tem Davis led as Mayor Willits recovers at Washington County Hospital. Local 159 molders union in Crane Co accepted a contract after negotiations. Coralville, Iowa UP I reports a missing rented truck with copper cargo valued up to 70000 from Fox Industries.
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Coralville, Iowa
Jepsen to speak at county Farm Bureau meeting
Lt. Governor Roger W. Jepsen will headline the Washington County Farm Bureau annual session to be held October 16 at Washington Junior High School. The Davenport resident served on Scott County supervisors, Iowa Senate, and as lieutenant governor, with a dinner at 6 p.m. and meeting at 8 p.m. Weather for Iowa predicts generally fair conditions tonight and Wednesday, with a low from 35 to 40 northwest and around 40s southeast and a high near 70.
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Ammunition curbs softened as Bennett alters bill
The Bennett bill rework keeps registration for .22 caliber buyers but drops registration for most shotgun and rifle ammo. Opponents led by Dodd and Kennedy push to block the change, stressing crime prevention and age restrictions. Bennett plans to push the amendment later, arguing the compromise preserves some controls while appeasing gun buyers.
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Turner admits selling confiscated guns as hobbyist
Retired Maj. Gen. Carl C. Turner testified before a Senate subcommittee that he sold guns seized from civilian police departments to raise funds and for lectures and gifts. He claimed a ledger listing personal gun dealings was stolen and said he reported a new ledger with about 100 guns. He acknowledged hundreds more guns were received from police and a Fort Bliss official.
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Intercepted Memo Cites Unloaded Guns Trouble
A Washington dispatch reveals an intercepted memo from General Turner noting that unloaded guns cause the most trouble. The message, signed WEJ, underscores a concern about firearm handling and safety in military or security contexts. The document’s tone suggests vigilance against careless weapon use.
Probate actions for Glenn E. Mace and John A. Mayer
Proceedings of the county board of supervisors on September 29 include probate of wills and appointment of executors for the estates of Glenn E. Mace and John Arthur Mayer.
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Spaniards hail Apollo 11 astronauts in Madrid reception
Hundreds of thousands greet NASA trio Neil Armstrong Edwin Aldrin and Michael Collins in Madrid waving flags as they tour the city in an open car. They lay a wreath at Columbus Square and meet Franco and Prince Juan Carlos while Spain's Robledo radar station supports the mission.
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North Strings to Open Washington Concert Season
The North Strings three gifted members perform at Washington High School auditorium on Saturday October 11 at eight. Shirley Lillehaugen Thomson renowned violinist leads with a virtuosic tone. Camilla Heller cellist teaches at Iowa and belonged to the Iowa String Quartet. Eileen Sando Reagan pianist known for imagination and power. Program features Beethoven Haydn Dvorak with pops and TV medley pieces. Season membership grants admission.
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Willard Boyd backs Oct. 15 talks at Iowa but rejects class suspension
University of Iowa president Willard Boyd urged campus discussion of the Vietnam War on October 15 and would make facilities available for moratorium events. He opposed suspending classes, citing college attendance policies and civil liberties, while urging leniency for students joining the demonstrations. The faculty senate had urged a suspension by a 27-23 vote.
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