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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1965
Page
4
Editorial tone recalls Luke 24:35 and the Eucharist as the realized presence of Christ. It argues the church's experience today mirrors the early followers as they break bread and recognize Christ in the emblems through prayerful participation.
The Iowa Office of Economic Opportunity led by C Edwin Gilmour plans a $25000 survey in four rural counties to map poverty. He questions rule of thumb that under 3000 dollars spendable income equals poverty, noting differences by family type. Even after results, experts say no clear solution exists.
Need ham Heights recalls a past when William Carter Company led in union suits made of silk, wool, and cotton. The firm announces closure of the 100 year run as modern underwear shifts to boxer briefs and t shirts. The piece reflects on long handles, high top shoes, and the era’s style.
Des Moines Iowa story reports the state auditor Lorne Worthington has approved two private CPA firms Ernst and Ernst for Polk County audit and Peat Marwick Mitchell for the Employment Security Commission audit. The move marks a shift to private expertise aiming to speed up reviews, reduce cost, and keep audits current. Worthington notes the 1965 law allows outsourcing with executive council approval and cites historical delays in audits.
The writer recalls old Washington carriage factories including the Washington Carriage Company on South Marion Avenue and the Bell factory on North Iowa, noting Clyde Brown’s misstatement about autos. He mentions a possible third owner named Dittmer and reflects on early manufacturing while sharing personal memories from the Journal print shop and a hitchhiking college student’s journey.
A 1965 American Bar Association piece examines whether children should adopt a stepparent’s surname after a divorce and highlights cases where courts favored preserving the child’s original name to maintain filial bonds. It notes courts assess welfare over parental wishes and consider prior involvement and affection.
A veteran recollects Washington area factories and firms. Mentions American Pearl Button Company, Mills Seed Company, Baughman mitten factory, banana crate factory, and Carris and Sitler wartime productions. Reflects on local industry shifts, fires, and key individuals amid early 20th century commerce.
A column blends a precise contract bridge analysis by B. Jay Becker with a historical account of local industry. It recounts how South must read the spade sequence to make four hearts, then shifts to Washington manufacturing origins from the Carris firm to the McCleery-Cumming calendar plant, tracing growth from small beginnings to major plants led by Richard McCleery.
Richland woman Mrs Freda Gillam Wallerich attended the Sigourney High School Class of 30th year reunion at the Farm Bureau building. Nineteen members enjoyed a buffet noon dinner and planned the next reunion for 1970.
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