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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1970
Page
4
A Washington LA Evening Journal column mixes musings on mercy and time with a zinger from the Fairfield Ledger about healing wrinkles. It then notes an Ames bistro booking an exotic dancer claiming tenth rank in the nation, and a correspondent’s wish to join the credentials committee.
Public outrage over oil spills worldwide has prompted industry action. Uni Royal engineers propose a 13 foot oil restraining boom with buoyant support to enclose slicks quickly. University of South Carolina tests a powdered magnetic substance to bind oil and move it with magnetic devices toward safety. Prevention remains the ultimate goal.
William Forst, Iowa revenue director, leaves the post for a similar job in the east. He faced a heavy task, raising property taxes and setting valuations while trying to balance tax burdens. Appointed by Governor Hughes and retained by Governor Ray, he led efforts to reform levies, accepting some criticisms but earning praise for hard work and nonpartisan handling of a murky tax system.
Des Moines reports the Iowa Geological Survey is close to finishing an aeromagnetic survey of about 9,700 square miles in south central and southeastern Iowa. Since 1953 the project has mapped basement rocks and deep structures, revealing complex geology with potential mineral and petroleum interests that could attract future industry.
A collection of curious trivia and quips touches on adrenaline's effect on wounds fear and healing the Statue of Liberty circumference animal imagery and engraving statistics pregnancy in rats weather lore and old society barter ideas. It closes with a risqué anecdote about a Boise visit and inflation.
Yoder Feed Inc reports 1970 as a progressive year with a new large grain center and electronically controlled plant boosting capacity and reducing labor hours. Despite record sales volume and an 11.3 percent dividend, net profits lagged. stockholders retain the board with Lester D. Yoder reappointed as president and general manager and officers reelected.
The Washington Evening Journal lists staff roles including David Elder as president and editor and William Shannon as vice president and advertising director. It notes production, local advertising, and distribution details with carrier and mail rates for Washington and surrounding areas, plus interstate pricing.
A compiled set of Dear Abby readers ages thirteen to thirty six discuss marriage, adulthood fears, and advice. Abigail Van Buren advises growing up, honest communication, possible counseling, and letting personal decisions guide outcomes amid differing couple dynamics.
In a Becker column, South declares 4 notrump after a heart lead. West signals with a third heart, East discards, and declarer crafts a diamond sequence to keep West off lead. After a spade king, a diamond jack, and a club finesse, dummy and East cooperate to reach four notrump.
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