God or Mammon in Hawkeye State history debate
In Washington Iowa on Friday Oct 24 1975 an editorial reflects on how Iowa became known as The Hawkeye State. It recounts Jim Crane Ottumwa's piece and John McCormally Hawk-Eye publisher explaining that Iowa’s nickname originated from a newspaper naming and a Black Hawk homage.
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Jim Crane
Ottumwa
Iowa
Hawkeye State
Jim
Hawkeye
Black Hawk
James Edwards
Ft. Madison
Burlington
Hawk-Eye
State
John McCormally
the Hawk-Eye
John
David Rorer
Rorer
Edwards
Hawk
James Fenimore Cooper
Rover
Worthless Autographs Says Expert on Signatures
Charles Hamilton, autograph collector, says most signatures from politicians and celebrities are worth peanuts. Autopen lets officials sign thousands daily, reducing value. New pens may boost autograph value by improving appearance, while true worth lies in historic significance.
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United States
Hamilton
Readers seek clarity on Washington county property valuations
A letter from a Washington county taxpayer requests detailed facts on current property valuations and mill levies. The writer asks whether increased valuation notices from Mr. Lund are valid and what actions are being taken by County Supervisors and school boards on taxation rates. The editor notes ongoing coverage will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Mr. Lund
October musings and a Halloween kindness note
A reflective October meditation on outdoors versus work life notes the season’s abundance for hunting and harvest. A nursing home trick or treat yields villagers sharing costumes and treats, including homemade candy and a grandmotherly babysitting note.
Dear Abby letters on marriage weight loss and grandmother duties
A Dear Abby column bundle includes advice on nagging and plain talk in marriage, freeing grandmothers from unwanted caregiving, and a weight loss anecdote from a mother and daughter who wrestled together at home. The letters reveal common old age guidance and practical tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Ted
Red Vest and Yellow Tie Draw Ladies in Ballroom Study
A columnist notes color psychology claims a man in a red vest and yellow tie draws attention from 150 guests. The piece catalogues quirky facts on space in conversation, aging, deer numbers, canaries, and baseball umpire dangers, ending with an address for LM Boyd.
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Rice
Howard Payne
Rice Stadium
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Freeman-Journal
Charles Hamilton
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Boner
Kéor
van Buren
Dean Robby
L.M. Boyd
Gainesville
Fla
Hiroshima Corps
Carp
LM. Boyd
Fort Worth
M. Boyd
Ite For Automobile Service
Amet
Ory
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