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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1974
Page
4
An editorial piece muses on gratitude and praise to God from Psalm 150 6 and the refrain Praise God from whom all blessings flow It speculates on possible water on Mars and jokes about humans polluting it with tires It ends with a reflection contrasting luxuries with necessities and debts
A Spencer man devises a fool proof method to buy his wife a dress she loves for Christmas by having her model in three stores and choosing the one he prefers later. Keokuk Daily Gate City salutes the Motor Club of Iowa for urging sober hosting to prevent drinking and driving. It urges self service bars, ample food and coffee, and helper friends to ensure guests return home safely, especially during the holidays.
Almanac notes Christmas Eve eve with historical events 1783 Washington resigns from army Mount Vernon 1928 NBC coast to coast hookup 1948 Tojo hanged 1972 Truman dies in Kansas City and a thought from Thomas Wolfe. Born on this date Joseph Smith 1805 Capricorn sign mentioned.
Circulation and contact lines show a Washington Iowa newspaper listing staff roles and subscription rates. Names include David Elder as president and editor, William Shannon as VP, Charles Morris as managing editor, plus local ad manager Robert Luther and production chief Leonard Llewellyn. Rates: by carrier in town 2.90 monthly, in surrounding area 2.00 monthly, by mail in Iowa 14.00 yearly, outside Iowa 18.00 yearly. Newsroom address 111 North Marion Ave Washington IA.
The text cites I Corinthians 2 12 14 noting the Holy Spirit reveals grace gifts while nonbelievers cannot grasp these truths. It states spiritual understanding comes from God not human choice and underscores the role of the Spirit in teaching believers.
Famous hand with South as dealer and North South vulnerable. North holds 4Q5432 and 53, East has OK KQs10, West has 976 and 642, A59, 542. The deal details show a balance of power across the table.
Dear Abby letters discuss a dirty husband and a bride chosen by her boss, offering humor and advice. A bridge column details Tim Seres’s dramatic six clubs slam and an expert endgame squeeze, with notes for tomorrow’s Christmas feature.
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