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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1963
Page
4
An editorial meditation compares life to a patient race and urges trust in God to overcome burdens. The text mentions Gwendolyn and a casual aside about a jewelry venue for Christmas, contrasted with a remark on timing and the quality of the item.
A farmer lets three boys hunt rabbits on his land and shares a funny ending about one returning to report the farmer would be happier with their rabbits. The piece then shifts to a TV program review praising The College Bowl and calling Drake and Grinnell teams worthy, noting past appearances and pride in small private colleges.
Howard Pyle of the National Safety Council argues that adopting the council’s program nationwide could halve traffic deaths. The plan stresses uniform laws, vehicle inspections, improved court and licensing procedures, and school or magistrate led instruction. If 20 000 lives could be saved yearly, lawmakers should enact the program now.
A 1963 Mt. Washington Evening Journal column answers reader questions on morning dizziness from standing, anemia myths, foot odor, pet germs, easy bruising, and blood tests. It notes gradual rising to standing, suggests antiseptic foot care, affirms pets’ mixed germ risk, and explains clotting issues needing lab tests.
Odette Launay, a 53 year old Paris fashion saleswoman, is elected deputy for Paris district 6 with the Union for a New Republic. She says politics fascinates her more than fashion and learned diplomacy from customers in high end salons. She is the ninth woman in the National Assembly, married with a two year old son reported to be dying.
Kansas City artist Bob McCloskey guards some 30 gag artists at Hallmark who craft edgy cards. He cites brutal humor about kitchen chores, babies, and late bombers while denying taboo topics like death or insults to minorities. Doubleday releases Greet Dearie with no sentiment at 82.50.
GAY PAULEY APE reports on how contests promise big prizes and quick money in 1963. Stanley Arnold, a veteran prize designer, explains prize trends from life terms to overseas trips and even treasure islands, noting women as key buyers and urging multi entry strategies.
Highlights for CBS NBC and ABC with multiple shows. The Twilight Zone expands to an hour and debuts an episode In His Image. Perry Mason The Case of the Shoplifter's Shoe on CBS. McHale's Navy Beauty and the Beast on ABC. Hazel Top Secret on NBC. Premiere Impact of Execution on ABC. Andy Williams Kate Smith guests on NBC.
A master class in contract bridge explores a hand where South aims for ten tricks in hearts and spades. The article analyzes a fatal error by South in the early play, showing how ducking a trick could preserve ten and avert ruffing danger, with East possibly void of clubs influencing the outcome.
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