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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1963
Page
5
An Evening Journal thought piece presents Kings 19 12 as a reflection on quiet faith. It urges readers to pause from worldly concerns and listen with the heart to hear God's still small voice and recognize the boundless power available through faith.
Ralph Klee savors an autronic eye gift that automatically dims headlights as he nears other cars allowing uninterrupted thought and visits. Ted Johnson begins the year with a harsh bout of flu keeping him in bed through New Year’s Eve and the first day of the year.
Rodney Arnold relays an 1890 Crawfordsville incident heard from his father and mother about a bank robbery attempt. Two blasts failed to break in, the would be bandits fled, owner Thomas Rickey secured money, and a broken door and glass remained as relics. No arrests or clues were ever found.
For six years a generous donor has left Christmas gifts at the Robert Anderson and Dick and Ben George homes without the families knowing who. The families ran an unusual thank you ad in the newspaper hoping the lone benefactor sees the message and understands the gratitude.
Grant Davis of Cedar Falls, son of Mr and Mrs Tom Davis, briefly visited Washington. Years after moving to Cedar Falls, Superintendent J H Peet and his wife also moved there. In a reception line they were introduced and the late Mr Peet quipped that Grant and he were well acquainted as Grant used to spend much time in his office.
Mrs Milo Sorden has a friend in Minnesota who is a superb cook. The friend refused to share a recipe with her closest relative. Some guests once begged for the recipe and later used it to win $25,000 in a nationwide bake off.
GOOD HOBBY Mike Flenner, formerly of Washington, now in Florida, met an elderly train passenger who laughed about retirement. Asked if time weighs on him, the man replied he has a hobby of taking naps, lightening the days and easing the years.
A health column explains how broken vein valves cause pooling, skin damage, and ulcers in the lower leg. It advises bed rest with elevated feet, sterile dressings, and possible doctor prescriptions including enzymes, antibiotics, and grafts. Prevention stresses elastic support and avoiding standing. The piece closes with home care tips and a note on wind erosion control on irrigated land per Texas A&M extension service.
United Press report says the chemical industry posted a 10 percent sales rise to 33 billion in 1962 yet faced persistent issues of rising costs, prices, and lagging earnings. A Manufacturing Chemists Association survey shows optimism for 1963 but widespread concerns over costs, labor, materials, and distribution. Capital spending remains high with DuPont planning 350 million in 1963, while tax policy debates loom over expansion incentives.
Oneita Fisher reflects on New Year resolutions and marital tips. She jokes about gradients and carrots on sticks as she describes a failed attempt to woo her husband with a Christmas dress and whispered affections while dodging TV viewing and clutter.
Education specialist outlines stuttering causes and treatment. Stuttering stems from rhythm disruption and fear. early normal non-fluency can become a stutter with pressure. A calm home atmosphere, minimal pressure, and natural speech help. Seek speech therapy if a problem persists. avoid overcorrecting and strive for relaxed conversations.
United Press International lists Monday TV moments from ABC NBC CBS and ABC programs in the Dakotas schedule. Western series debut replacing Cheyenne stars Larry Ward Chad Everett Jack Elam Mikenle in Return to Drydock plus guest Natalie Trundy Ed Binns. Other liners include Hour of Truth Lucy Show Danny Thomas Inay Griffith Ben Casey and Brinkley Journal with Alaska study.
A bridge hand shows East failing to take the ace of spades after West leads clubs. Declarer wins with the king, cashes clubs, ruffs, and makes four spades while discarding. East should have overcalled the ace to defeat the contract by attacking hearts.
The column notes a fall United States Post Office stamp honoring Mrs. Franklin Roosevelt to be issued on October 11. It covers a colorful set of thirteen definitive issues by Pierre Leone with varied denominations and floral designs, plus Latin American and European stamp releases. It also Warns that postal rates rise Monday to five cents per letter by surface and eight cents by air, with a one-cent add-on required for four-cent stamps.
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