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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1968
Page
5
Editorial notes ponder truth as Pilate asks what is and cites courts clouding it. A humorously sharp letter to the President jokes about Lady Bird and fashion as politics. The piece then surveys safety claims of reflective license plates and their impact on night driving in Illinois and Polk County Iowa with figures and conclusions.
The 1968 license plates for Montana Idaho and Washington become fully reflectorized, increasing visibility at night. Reflective plates bounce headlight beams to drivers, making cars more visible over a third of a mile away and cutting rear-end collisions in many states.
The writer argues against sensational reports on wrestling dieting and steam showers, stating most coaches oppose extreme weight loss methods. He praises wrestling for safety when supervised by officials, notes many students participate, and questions attention to football risk versus wrestling. The piece appears in the Evening Journal Washington Iowa dated January 11, 1968.
The Washington Evening Journal from Washington Iowa lists editor David Elder and business management details, with staff roles including William Shannon as vice president advertising director, Charles Orris news editor, Bob Shaffer local advertising, and Howard Hazen production superintendent. The paper publishes afternoons except Sunday, Christmas and July 4, and is entered as second class matter under the 1879 act. It notes affiliations with Inland Daily Press Assn Iowa and Iowa Press Assn and lists United Press leased wire, plus mail subscription rate of 3.40.
Commissioner Ball explains the 1968 Social Security changes allowing disability benefits with fewer work credits for ages 24 to 31 and reduced requirements before age 24. Benefits expand for dependents of women workers and widows, with March 1968 effective date. contact Social Security offices for details. Tomorrow: Medicare improvements report.
Iowa revenue director William Forst aims to finish processing a full year of tax returns in six months to support a new school aid program. He advocates a single directorate for the tax agency, creation of a state board of review, and potential salary adjustments for technicians to align with other departments.
A light column listing quirky observations and Q and A bits on everyday life. It notes women blink about every three seconds versus four for men, jokes about tear ducts, and touches on names, fashion, and a playful take on marriage rules. It ends with a late night reflection about a tall, nicknameed youth stumbling upstairs.
Courts historically rejected any privilege for priest client talks, but priest penitent laws now shield many confidential confessions. Casual remarks to a minister and general opinions remain unprotected, yet private admissions to a spiritual adviser usually enjoy privacy in law. A court noted that civil authority turns away when a person seeks penitence and confession in a secret chamber.
In a contract bridge tale, Sylvia, a new club member, opens a risky three heart bid against a West double. She wins a diamond lead, finesses spades, and, through a sequence of ruffs and discards, makes a vulnerable slam for ten tricks, surprising West and dazzling onlookers.
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