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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1973
Page
4
An editorial excerpt reflects on Galatians 3 26 and the belief that God is the Father of all men in a creative sense while being known as a loving Heavenly Father to those who come to Him through Jesus Christ The piece emphasizes faith in Christ as the path to knowing God and frames spirituality in a familial, devotional tone
The Fareway meat manager Bob Machael scored a hole in one on number five and followed with a birdie on the same hole. Washington residents Monty Flemming and Esther Picken are noted for other local aces tied to unusual circumstances and playful anecdotes about instant breakfast and a nudged shot.
A brief stop in West Chester features recollections of golf rivalries with John Butler and Zeke Hogeland. The account notes a dramatic 19th hole finish after Zeke forfeited a tough 18th, plus anecdotes about Walt Doak and Vic Flynn and their ties to local sports.
Three Washington children accompanying their parents to a Chicago convention observed street traffic from a ninth floor motel and devised a game. Over a 45 minute span they recorded 21 cars running red lights 35 rushing on yellow and 18 failing to proceed on green, finding the exercise interesting.
NC housewife Mrs. Willa Brown questions why disabled housewives cannot obtain long term disability insurance. She found insurers require employment or proof of illness, and argues for coverage with a doctor’s signature to confirm disability.
UPI Almanac notes the date August 18 1973 as the 230th day of the year with 135 remaining, lists celestial bodies visible, and mentions notable events including Virginia Dare’s birth claim, Lincoln birthplace shrine dedication in 1916, a 1940 joint US-Canada WWII defense plan, and a thought by George Moore.
A passage from Luke 24 49 53 describes Jesus instructing disciples to stay in Jerusalem until the Holy Spirit arrives then blessing them as he ascends to heaven. The disciples return to the temple joyful and praising God.
Nancy obituary notice appears in the Washington Evening Journal dated August 18 1973. The notice details a local death and public notice in Washington Iowa with standard newspaper publishing practices and staff credits.
Readers ask how to handle overwhelming charity requests and a boyfriend who delays with long phone calls. Abby advises verifying charities with financial statements and notes that professional fundraisers can be legitimate. She also warns Susie about suspicious behavior and suggests moving on from a repetitively telephoning partner.
L M Boyd recalls the silent tribute by inmates as Kathryn Lawes wife of a former warden dies. Prisoners walk in line to view her body then return to the yard, a quiet scene amid the prison walls. Messages include aging and recovery jokes interspersed with light memory pieces.
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