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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1961
Page
4
The piece notes eleven U.S. trunk airlines may lose about 30 million this year after a small 1960 profit. It traces rising operation costs, stalled volume, and aging airports as jet age promises clashed with reality. It also questions private-plane ownership as forecasts prove unreliable.
Robert K. Beck cites Maurice H. Stans on four reasons government outlays rise: natural growth, bureaucratic appetite, built in programs, and military caution. The piece links these to a potential decade deficit, notes pensioners' fears, and adds satirical quips about modern life and politics.
A lighthearted yet cautionary guide explains how children swallow coins, pins, and small items. It warns that sharp objects can pass into the intestines but may require surgery if they lodge or puncture tissue, and it notes changing medical practices to avoid risky remedies.
Card by B Jay Becker analyzes declarer play West at Four Notrump and West at Three Notrump. Weighs lines to win by cashing ace hearts and leading clubs to create nine or ten tricks. Advocates avoiding spade heart finesses and preferring heart 4 0 4 3 break and club lead to dummy.
Keota residents celebrate the ninth birthday of Barbara and Betty Miller with dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. George Miller Jr. The event included a decorated birthday cake and guests Rudy Sharp Everette Green and others. Attendees from Ottumwa Boyd Sanders family and Earl Cooley were also present at related social gatherings.
The Washington Iowa newspaper lists staff roles including Eider as publisher and editor Charlies Morris as news editor. It notes publication schedule, holiday exceptions, and post office listing with advertising and circulation figures, highlighting United Press Learned Wire and audit bureau affiliations.
TV listings show Westerns and dramas including Frisco Beat and Rawhide with 738 Route 66 at 8:29 followed by Father of Bride and Eyewitness segments. Also includes news, weather, and late night programming across multiple stations.
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