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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1964
Page
4
An old county tale recalls a young farmer whose pair of white horses were painted black by a rival, turning them into zebra marks. The delay cost him his summer plans, leaving him with time in the girl’s parlor until the stripes faded and the engagement was announced.
A California congressman proposes a national October holiday called Teen Ager Day to reframe teens as responsible citizens. The piece argues against singling out ages 12 to 19, urging individual treatment and questioning the need for a separate teen holiday. It notes a new crime trend of art theft tied to rising values and imagines thieves turning to art expertise, even suggesting a path to straightening careers.
David J. Berge leads six specialty eateries at the fair with single entree menus including fried chicken steak Danish Italian and Latin American options. Some salad dressings and desserts vary while beverages stay flexible. Each dinner under three dollars for adults, under two for children, with high turnover and lower prices driving fast service for a changing audience.
The Fairview Club paid tribute to Mrs Henry Berger at a farewell breakfast on Monday morning. Attendees included Dorothy Weade Hilda Schmelzer Thelma Litwiller Eva Wagamon Myra Davison Leona Blum Leora LaFever Florence Norman Hazel, with other guests later in the Embree home. Separate notes mention visits and vacations of local residents and regional social updates.
A geodesy feature explains that satellites reveal the Earth is not perfectly hydrostatically balanced and may be slightly pear shaped with bumps and hollows. Scientist Dr. Robert R. Newton discusses gravity, satellite data, and the evolving science of mapping the planet while noting the practical implications for navigation and future space travel.
The Highland Community PTA held a Friday evening meeting at Riverside school drawing a large crowd. Pratt led as chairman with a program including a Lincoln and Washington skit by fourth graders, songs by ninth graders, and a solo by Linda Geret. Supt. Miles discussed curriculum and future building plans. A benefit basketball game was announced for March 6 at the Ainsworth gym to raise money for band uniforms, with a refreshment stand by the Music Mothers. Next meeting set for March 26 at Ainsworth chaired by a long list of local families.
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