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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1971
Page
4
The Des Moines Area Community College report shows over 98 percent of 1970-71 graduates who found work stayed in Iowa. Vocational graduates earned an average starting salary of 463 dollars monthly with a top rate of 1390 dollars for diesel and heavy equipment. An Ottumwa commentary notes the program matches its goal of providing in state opportunities.
A reader condemns substituting X for Christ in Christmas and headlines. They argue the name of Christ deserves prominence in public life and headlines, noting Christ’s birth and resurrection as central to meaning and urging respectful usage.
Foreign News Commentary notes the India Pakistan conflict reveals a decline in Western power on the subcontinent as the Soviet Union and China back India and Pakistan. It cites President Nixon’s neutral stance as evidence of Washington’s shifting role and reduced clout in regional affairs.
In a domestic note, Abby advises a wife to attend a housewarming despite a boss’s alleged infidelity while weighing pressure from her husband. Separate column discusses U S role in India Pakistan tensions amid regional treaties and U S Pakistan links.
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa outlines publication details and pricing. It lists address at 111 North Marion Ave, offices of Elder Shannon & Co. Inc, and staff including David Elder and William Shannon. Rates cover carrier and mail subscriptions in various regions and durations.
A collage of satirical paragraphs satire on singleness and aging with quips about old maids doctors and insurers. It references a United Nations study on insomnia Norwegians and jokes about British royalty Prince Philip college and porcupines. Concludes with a mail address for L M Boyd Fort Worth Texas 76102.
County Extension Director Jim Frier warns rabbits threaten trees and shrubs when snow blocks food. A fence of quarter inch hardware cloth, buried 1 2 inches and 2 3 feet high, plus bark repellent paints if snow drifts rise above the fence, can guard ornamentals.
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