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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1971
Page
4
A Washington LA editorial from April 26 1971 discusses Satchel Paige and the peace movement, argues that stopping the Vietnam War must occur with care and time, praises nonviolent demonstrations, and end by contrasting Oregon’s quiet, self reliant lifestyle with broader national boosterism, urging readers to consider moving to Oregon.
Mrs Richard Havel hosted the Tuesday Bridge Club with Mrs Delbert Holmes as guest. High score went to Mrs G F Trotter, second to Mrs J Havel. The group shared refreshments as Mrs Orie O Connor assisted, birthday cake served for her. Next meeting May 4 with Mrs Milburn Spessard.
Des Moines Iowa Republicans push back against Democratic criticisms, citing a track record of accomplishments. House majority leader Andrew Varley touts bills passed in one house, a school property tax freeze, liquor commission reorganization, a general services department, and a drug abuse law. He argues full impact awaits final gavels and notes Iowa ratified an 18 year olds voting amendment.
A list of fines paid in the Justice of the Peace court after city police and highway patrols issued tickets. Names include Nathan Sayre of Washington $10 for speeding Donald Bayliss of Keota $10 for stop light violation Gayle Reif of West Chester $10 for speeding Ricky Miller of Washington $10 for speeding Ronald Waeeht of Sigourney $35 for illegal possession of alcohol Ira Miller Jr. of Delta $10 for motorcycle license invalid George Chalupa of Washington $10 for speeding.
A jumble of anecdotal notes and Q A jokes from a 1950s style column. Mentions a Belgian eater, Kool Aid pricing, nyctophobia, marital talk, a laser scissors invention, giant moth, army enlistment tactics, Leonardo da Vinci contact lenses, car steering hand position, and a humorous suggestion for a women’s club called The Last Half.
Bridge recap shows North dealer vulnerable game or match play with B. Jay Becker as declarer. Player hands include West with Qs 1072 and AK in spades and hearts, East with KQ106 and 9 8 3, South with 3 2 and 6 4 2. The play features a record holder's run in the masters event.
A two table bridge slam contest in England shows North-South openings in hearts at both tables. At the first, West doubles five clubs, South makes six with two heart overtricks to win 1150 points for their team. at the second, six is reached and declarer gains 1540 points, net 390 for their team.
Stuart Republican Varley notes progress on 64th General Assembly with a push for court reform including abolishing justice of the peace courts. House passed uniform traffic bill and realignment of judicial districts, while redistricting and soil conservancy await action. Other bills covered explosives control, motor vehicle inspections, odometer regulation, and a park user fee.
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