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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1963
Page
9
Editorial note reflects on accepting God’s will over personal desires. It urges recognizing divine plan to gain a richer, happier life. Informal dialogue snippets show reader patience, social plans, and a nudge to verify spelling.
Stanford University study by Rogers Gray and Rolce Anderson finds grocery specials advertised in newspapers cut price per item by about 20 percent off non special prices, with family bills reduced by up to 10 percent depending on store and shopping flexibility. Authors note loss leaders and price competition drive the effect.
Readers urge the County Home upgrade with a small elevator to aid residents and staff. They argue safety and access justify investment, noting superintendent Keith Proctor confirms stairs are hazardous and that small elevators are affordable within county resources. The editor hints the idea may already be under review by the Board of Supervisors.
IRS crackdown on deducting entertainment as business expenses worries upscale restaurants and night clubs. Owners complain expense accounts drive patrons away, fearing reduced business and higher prices.
UPI reports 1962 saw modest gains with new import quota rules and reduced price wars signaling better business ahead. Automation cut costs in refineries and pipelines while Gibbs Gulf Oil halted dealer allowances, helping stabilize retail gasoline as demand neared 10.2 million barrels daily.
Des Moines lawmakers would be asked to create a state radiation control section under the health department. Health Commissioner Dr. Edmund G. Zimmerer proposes an advisory council to craft rules on ionizing radiation, with penalties for violations, while noting Iowa lacks current law to govern use, transport and disposal of radioactive materials.
Newsom analyzes the Congo crisis noting Katanga’s bid for independence, Tshombe's stance, and U.N. and U.S. roles. He argues self-determination vs central authority, Katanga’s mineral wealth, and the need for international aid, with Belgium, Britain, and some U.S. figures backing Tshombe.
A 1964 note mentions Dr Robert M Dowden of Northwestern University claiming a potential breakthrough in muscular dystrophy MD by slowing progression and offering temporary gains in some patients The treatment combines exercise digitalis and a male hormone like chemical to boost protein production While initial MD patients show some improvement progress and controls are unclear further testing is needed before routine use The piece also references Honest Abe Lincoln in a separate Kentucky tale from 1827 with Lincoln defending himself in ferry rights case.
A Winona Minnesota feature recounts Donald Stone a 34 year old Washington native newly arrived as Winona Chamber of Commerce manager. Born Monroe Iowa 1928 he studied Washington Iowa high school and did forestry work in Idaho before joining Chamber ranks. He credits community work with aiding families and notes the value of local government via chambers. He previously worked in St Cloud as assistant manager and eyed Washington connections and historical ties while adjusting to Winona life. Journalist Mrs Blanche Guthrie Miller Chicago former Washington Evening Journal society editor provided the clipping.
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