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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1963
Page
4
A miscellany of reflections including biblical blessing, office Christmas banter, a humorous cartoon dialogue, and a science anecdote about bluegills, bass, and salt on ice. The piece also mocks high school physics debates and invites local physics clarification.
A Somerset Mass Spectator columnist argues that spending locally benefits the area through taxes, better facilities, lower prices, and friendlier exchanges. It notes how purchases circulate back to residents and emphasizes year-round support rather than single holiday buying. The piece closes with a Hawaii note about Puukaele reservoir and a quip on Washington budget talk.
The writer reflects on awareness and support for mentally challenged youths in the county. He notes special classes and a county sponsored school, praising teacher and parent dedication. He recalls visits to the county hospital basement program and Prairie Flower school, with plans to tour again next spring as pupils travel from across the county.
The column analyzes five bridge hands after 1NT opening and 2H responses. It discusses jumps to 3NT and 3D, supports in hearts, leaping to 4H, and a 4NT Blackwood-like choice, along with implications for slam chances and partner strength.
A University of Washington study of the 1963 fall freshmen shows 2,988 of 3,390 new students come from Washington. California leads the out-of-state group with 133, followed by Oregon with 64, Alaska 16 and Hawaii 37.
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