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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1969
Page
4
Editorial notes cite Jeremiah on forgiveness and unity. The piece quotes regional rants from Guthrie Center Times and Glengarry News. A Maine graveyard flag vandalism oddly resolved by a photographer exposing red squirrels chewing flags for nest lining.
The piece argues that growing population and more cars will shrink personal freedom, predicting future traffic limits and reserved spots on Interstate 80. It jokes about a diesel exhaust catalyst that smells like popcorn, noting a topsy turvy world where smells and fashion mix with transport.
A Washington Iowa note recounts Glider family reunions at Sunset Park Washington and Goshen Indiana plus weekend visits by Yoder, Vondracek and other families. Camp Fire Girls attend Lake Darling camp near Brighton as part of summer activities. Guests include Delmar Yoder, Knepp, Yoder, Miller and Mullet families among others with several weekend trips mentioned.
A collection of Dear Abby reader letters and Abby’s replies touch on sensitive topics. A wife urged to inform a cheating spouse, a father’s arousal around daughters highlighting privacy norms, and a brother’s gender expression in adolescence all set against Abby’s guidance. The page riffs on secrecy, modesty, and social masks with mixed reactions.
A Des Moines legislative study committee launched a yearlong probe into Iowa Medicaid to curb alleged overcharges by medical professionals and over use by recipients. It will hear from vendors reviewers and recipients, seek efficiency, set standards, and consider legislation to correct fraud and deficiencies.
Mrs Don Rabenold hosted an Open House for her daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs Peter Zamis and their son Gary of Monclova Ohio. About 45 relatives attended including distant relatives from Montezuma. The refreshment table featured an avocado cloth with yellow and white centerpiece and candles.
Riverside Chamber of Commerce held its July meeting at the B and W Cafe with many members present led by President Cleo Burich. They discussed water work to fence the Owens residence area and lighting at American Legion Park, plus plans for the third annual Labor Day barbecue and Demolition Derby with ads, tickets, and volunteer roles outlined.
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