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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1963
Page
13
The piece blends reflections on loyalty and duty with social issues. It notes a planned Whistler painting exhibit in Atlanta honoring Atlanta plane crash victims, and discusses juvenile crime and juvenile court limits citing a Cedar Rapids case. It also references a former Manhattan borough president’s return to city payroll and pension timing issues.
The Michigan governor George Romney plans a five minute daily window for citizens to call and speak on any topic using a mechanical timer like Toastmasters. The idea frames public access, yet officials doubt the volume of calls can be managed. The plan aims to show that any issue can be stated within five minutes.
Nanny Partin, a frail 45 year old in Chenoa Kentucky, crafts corn shuck dolls to help support her five person household. The project ties into a broader Appalachian craft initiative led by Paul Hadley to market mountain-made goods while families like Ralph Lawson’s invest in small shops and home workshops hoping for steady income.
Des Moines reports the 6th General Assembly average ages 52.7 in the Senate 32 in the House 52.4 overall with Republicans older than Democrats. The first female senator since 1917 is Vera Shivvers. four women in the House Katharine Falvey Lenabelle Bock Frances Hakes Percie Van Alstine. Computer use to track every bill promises savings and weekly progress tabs. Budget prepared early by Gov Harold Hughes and staffing cuts cited. Waggoner named administrative assistant to Rep Don Brotzman. State board seeks $90,000 in old bills owed by cities to the Iowa Highway Commission. Sumner and New London named to pay legacy bills.
The piece discusses a theory that Communist China seeks territorial gains beyond Asia, potentially including parts of the Soviet Union. It cites maps from an India information service and links to tensions between Khrushchev and Mao, noting disputed borders with Ladakh, Burma, Nepal, Pakistan, Mongolia, and broader regional claims.
In Chenoa officials seek a contract for 50 000 handmade corn shuck dolls at 18 cents each, a costly venture for residents who rarely earn $1 000 yearly. Ruth Carr heads the project, expanding a country store factory that dresses dolls in period garb and distributes them. A meat packing firm uses the dolls in sales promotions. Outlets accept handmade items only. Some makers, like Irene Dixon and Sylvia Spradlin, report “butter and egg” money and added food security. Gov. Bert Combs and Hadley foresee hundreds of makers boosting living standards in the Kentucky hills.
An hour special presents dramatized excerpts from Russian authors Chekhov Gogol Dostoevsky Turgenev and Pasternak. Cast includes Jo Van Fleet Kim Hunter Sam Wanamaker George Voskovec and Joseph Buloft. Programs listed later in the evening include My Way Bob Hope Beverly Hillbillies Dick Van Dyke and Our Man Higgins with various stories and scenes.
A local contract bridge match concludes with Beick and Tate defeating Tacandttalder in Masta 262. The hand features a strong AKQ10 sequence and sharp play from both sides. Spectators note precise signaling and strategic bidding shaping the final contract.
In a four hearts contract South ruffs a club trick after West leads clubs. He plays A K and a diamond ruffing, then spades back to the king and ace, and ruffs dummy’s last club. With eight of spades and K 1 10 of hearts left, he ensures three of the last four tricks. West ends up giving a heart, allowing the smothering of the queen, while East’s future card would still keep South safe.
A United Nations WHO report notes a rapid shift from igloos and skin tents to apartment living in the Arctic. Health concerns rise as sanitation lags and sugar intake grows with new diets. Radio and deep freezers spread, but clean water remains scarce. Dental problems increase from sugary foods and boredom. Arctic explorers seek soda and television spreads modern temptations.
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