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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1963
Page
4
Excerpts on true prayer, firearm control proposals, and shifting power in bridge circles. Notes on Hawaii statehood pace, deficits near 4 million, and calls for spending cuts over tax cuts as fiscal drift grows. References to Kennedy assassination, sportsmen views, and regional editorials.
A fragment from a Washington Evening Journal column recounts holiday moments, family chatter, and a banana fruit bread recipe. It includes notes on gifts, decorations, and baking tips, culminating in a practical loaf recipe with chocolate bits and maraschino cherries. See You, Marge.
An Iowa archives building near the capitol is labeled a firetrap by Ernst Posner of the National Archives. The plan calls for a centralized records center, microfilm system, and trained staff to safeguard state documents and county records. Planning Commission hopes 1965 legislature will act.
Mrs John P Flander hosted the Keota Chat A While club meeting with guest Mrs Cleo Bohrofen. Prizes went to Leland Groff Lible Flander Fred Zehr and others. A merchant sponsored drawing produced ten $10 certificates. Next drawing set for Saturday at 3 pm. Jerry Dillion returns from Fort Leonard Wood with a 3 day pass.
In a high stakes Hollywood game Becker recounts South opening three no trump and leaping to six in a doubled bid. South ruffs a heart, crossruffs diamonds and hearts, then trumps a spade and clubs to claim thirteen tricks and a grand slam. East-West lament missed seven hearts.
A reader asks about dating a widower who drinks heavily. Abby advises not riding with him and suggests he take a taxi. Other letters cover thanking a door opener, wearing wedding rings, and a confidential note about a boss. The column notes booklets and audience guidance.
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