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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1965
Page
4
A Life magazine essay on English vicars shows clerics living with life tenure and local support, producing eccentric and bold sermons. It contrasts with American ministers who rely on congregations, suggesting freedom may curb color and risk.
Des Moines reports a proposed repeal of Iowa s guest statute could trigger higher liability premiums. The law bars sue- rights of passengers who accept rides, with exceptions. Minnesota lacks the statute, and insurance groups warn rates would rise sharply if repealed.
Letters to the Journal urge the 1964 Democratic platform bill to repeal the Guest Statute, arguing it would increase liability and raise auto insurance premiums. A subsequent letter commends promoting recreation farming and farm tours, noting state and national publicity efforts and inviting local participation through contacts.
The Washington Public Library received The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animal Life by Frederic Drimmer as a memorial gift from Mrs. Camille Pettet and Miss Virginia Pettet for Mark McCreedy. The 16 volumes cover mammals birds reptiles fish and insects with abundant illustrations and readable natural history content. The set will be added to the library collection for public use.
The Young Adult room adds several titles to the juvenile collection. Man Probes the Universe by Colin A. Ronan explains cosmic distances and atomic processes. Explorers of the World by William Clark covers historic voyages and polar expeditions. Masters of Painting Their Works Their Lives Their Times by Bernardine Kielty surveys art history through master painters. Also listed is Movie Ratings a monthly Green Sheet reviews service for current films.
A grocer faced a damage suit after sprinkling gunpowder on tobacco caused a customer injury. Courts have held jokers liable for cruel or reckless pranks such as hot foots, placing a dead rat, or deceptive acts. The Film Estimate Board notes reflect mixed opinions, with Green Sheets available in the library.
In Helsinki the 1954 European championship showcased a famed hand where Austria and Germany battled under dubious bidding. Karl Schneider of Austria attempted a bold slams play in six hearts, ending with a dramatic squeeze and 1,430 points for Austria, while the other table saw a break even six spades deal.
The article notes a man who brandished a jammed revolver at a visitor, pulled the trigger, and killed the guest. He faced manslaughter charges but argued it was all in fun. the court ruled that human life is not a sport, underscoring liability and criminal risk.
In Cedar Falls Frank Weigel Jr family lost their home and contents to a Sunday fire. Fire department investigates the cause with the Weigel family unharmed. In Denver Floyd Hearns farm home also burned Sunday due to an overheated hand fired furnace, with the Hearns family escaping unharmed.
UPI reports Hanae Mori, a leading Japanese designer, forecasts Japan becoming a high fashion hub. Mori says Western influence arrived 100 years ago, urging Japanese women toward modern, glamorous styles while blending kimono heritage with Western versatility in her U S collection with seven models.
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