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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1962
Page
5
An editorial reflects on the daily choice between evil and good and credits a phone call from Robert Lowe, Sr. for approval of the writing, noting relief and easier sleep thereafter.
Letters to the Journal recount Bohemian immigration to Washington County Iowa, detailing Thomas Machovec born in 1822, his family’s 1870 move to Iowa, naturalization in 1885, and Catholic roots. It notes diverse early settlers from Germany England Switzerland Austria Bohemia and more, with Highland township’s 1850 1854 settlement growth and St. Marys Riverside parish.
Reader questions on using heat for circulation explain infrared heat and common methods. Infrared and electric pads relax vessels and increase blood flow, aiding remote areas like cold legs. Techniques include hot baths, whirlpools, contrast baths, and controlled electric pads. Dr Fern invites letters for general-interest questions.
Bridge column notes a 1960 Turin World Olympiad deal between Australia and the United States. Two London-style boards show opening leads and ruffing maneuvers, with Australia gaining 850 points on one hand and 300 on the other, while both sides miss a potential five hearts contract.
Kalona area notes describe visits by the Nejedlys of Ontario California and other locals on vacation travel to Colorado Arkansas and Minnesota. A new daughter Joni Kay born at Mercy hospital Iowa City. families and neighbors welcomed guests and shared outings with friends and relatives in Kalona and nearby towns.
Ford Skola was admitted to Mercy hospital in Iowa City on Monday as a medical patient. The note mentions friends and relatives in California.
Vera Singleton hosts a supper guests with Mrs Vella Maplethorpe and other locals join breakfast for Mrs Ellis Rickey leaving for a new St Louis home. The item notes visitors from Coralville and Keota plus dinners at the Yoder home. An executive order places the Peace Corps under the State Department.
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