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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1972
Page
4
A reader letter explains ostomy groups and ostomates, defining surgical openings and mutual aid networks. The editor also reprints Judy Krieger’s column urging action on noise pollution, from cars and machines, urging safer cars and quieter streets while noting community fatigue and calls for data.
A reader asks Abby to stop ridicule toward an 18 year old pursuing mortician studies. Abby advises against putdowns and affirms persistence. Other letters touch questions about how people answer “how are you,” a wife’s appearance affecting marriage, and kissing advice. The column includes audience letters about marriage and Maryland problem anecdotes and requests for personal replies.
United Press International notes this Monday August 21 is the 234th day of 1972 with 132 to follow. Notable entries include Trotsky’s 1940 assassination in Mexico City, the 1951 US order to build the first atomic submarine, and the 1968 Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia. Lucy Jarvis plans NBC China filming.
The Washington Evening Journal daily edition lists staff and departments led by Elder Shannon with William Shannon as vice president and advertising director. Subscription rates show carrier and mail options with annual and six month terms for Washington and outside town routes.
In a France versus Belgium match, Georg Theron of France ruffs with the seven in a 3NT hand, then cashes hearts and plays a diamond squeeze. By using a seven instead of a four to ruff early, he traps East's king and makes five diamonds doubled. Had he ruffed with the four, the contract would fail.
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