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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1963
Page
11
An April 2 1963 Washington Evening Journal editorial ponders the permanence of scripture citing Matthew 24 35. It argues the authority of God’s Word endures beyond earth and heaven.
A tongue in cheek look at future measurements by clothing makers shows Americans growing taller heavier and broader. Males gain three inches and 25 pounds in a century with a 36 to 42 suit size rise. women follow with 22 pounds and increasing waistlines. The piece imagines 3000 AD standards and laments the loss of curvilinear figures.
Iowa lawmakers push a bill to raise truck length from 50 to 60 feet and speed limit from 40 to 60 mph on primary highways. Advocates cite industry needs while opponents warn of slower traffic, longer passing distances, and greater risk to motorists as more trucks traverse central corridors. The governor’s veto power looms over the measure.
Governor Hughes argues property tax relief must shift costs to others. He cites higher state income taxes and a full collection rate as harsh on low to middle income Iowa families. A mix of sales and income tax increases is suggested while protecting agricultural land credits and funding for schools and higher education.
Dr Coleman explains infectious mononucleosis or mono, its origins and spread since 1920, its U shaped mild early symptoms and swollen glands. Recovery spans six weeks with possible lingering weakness months after, and tests like heterophile agglutination confirm diagnosis.
Iowa field work is ahead of schedule with warm weather aiding early seedings by April 1. Oats prospects look strong with talks from Dallas Western urging fertilizer use and 40 pounds of nitrogen plus 20 of phosphate per acre. Despite optimism, stockmen face low prices and high costs with experts advising cautious expansion and modest cuts in hog and summer pig numbers.
Dear Abby replies on witnessing birth and doctor rights. Also notes Billy Sol Estes conviction and upcoming sentence. Odd North Reading flute maker turns out 40 to 50 flutes a year, each nearly $499.abbey column pieces address neighbor surnames and dating advice.
A detailed bridge problem by B Jay Becker shows South facing a five spade doubled contract. After a strategic opening lead of diamonds and a sequence including ruffs and discards, declarer achieves making the contract despite two diamond losers and a club, aided by a last play exploiting East’s cards.
At The United Presbyterian Home Dr and Mrs James Cottrell and son from Omaha Neb visited his mother Mrs Grace Cottrell with Mrs Roberta Jones and others. Mrs Klass celebrated her 93rd birthday with family from Linn Grove Eagle Grove Laurens and Monmouth hosting dinner and piano solos by Charlotte Berry. Several other visits and spring party plans were recorded with multiple local households noted.
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