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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1946
Page
4
A 1946 column laments America's shift from cooperative pioneer spirit to divisions among political parties and interest groups. It contrasts high material wealth with weak citizenship, warning that self interest and government hand-outs threaten national welfare and unity.
An editorial urges American colleges to require courses that foster an intelligent interest in politics, warning against endorsing any ideology. It cites the Maxwell School as a positive example and insists graduates should know their congressman and vote, to avoid costly political errors.
A collage of quips and reflections roams from Oklahoma City to Cotter and beyond. Observations on optimism, family, travel, fashion costs, manners, and show etiquette mingle with blunt humor about leisure and success. The piece riffs on social norms and the idea of performance versus reality.
A columnist laments show signs remaining after performances and calls for a law to require sign removal. The piece notes only a few can sign clearly and urges action to prevent lingering advertising.
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