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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1964
Page
4
The April 11 1964 issue presents an editorial thought for the day with a biblical quote from Psalm 28 about guidance and instruction. The brief item emphasizes moral direction and personal conduct as part of the paper’s daily thoughts column.
In a humorous office exchange, Pers Bill Day of the A. S. C. seeks the 125th anniversary name with input from librarian Martha Cornell in Des Moines. Dave Elder coins Quinque quarticenten nial. journal headliners will use it sparingly.
A local column recalls a teen carrier tallying 35 904 steps in a 13 hour day equating to about 172 miles total and 1.3 mph. It also notes community figures like Dale, Beard related humor, and the 125th anniversary beard tribute to Bill Marie Sr while tossing in light vignettes about local shops and nicknames.
A brief editorial remark from the Independence Bulletin Journal emphasizes that true humility remains elusive when one believes they possess it, inviting reflection on self awareness and character.
A Lake Mills Graphic item recalls an officer handing a jaywalking ticket to a woman who was asked if she could read. When shown the "Don't Walk" sign, she replied that she could read but assumed it was a bus advertisement.
In 1812 the fort at Fort Madison endured a four day siege by Winnebago and Sac forces incited by the British. Lt. Thomas Hamilton organized a counter fire plan that saved the stockade, but the outpost remained vulnerable and was eventually abandoned in spring 1813 after renewed assaults and dwindling supplies.
The article paints a nostalgic, nature loving view of Sandy Hook north of Brighton where Skunk River bends by Hesseltine hill. It laments encroaching development, cites Charles Hotle’s photos of historic county spots, and warns that plastics and tractors threaten the landscape. Written in April 1964 and urging a last chance to see the view before corn season.
The Washington Evening Journal masthead lists Washington Town with editor David Elder and business manager, news editor Charles Morris, Bob Shaffer as local advertising manager, contributor Howard Uazen, production supervisor, and other staff. Published afternoons except Sundays under Inland Daily Press and Iowa Daily Press Association affiliations.
South in three notrump faces a heartless lead and a sharp defense. East must play the queen to force South’s king, then West unblocks clubs and cashes hearts to defeat the contract. If East ducks or advances differently, declarer can still make four no trump. The article highlights timing and imagination in defense as keys to good play.
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