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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1964
Page
9
Editorial notes a nationwide backlash against civil rights push while warning politicians against using it for political gain. It argues the issue crosses party lines, with most Black voters aligning with Democrats for 20 years, and contends any administration must provide a solid civil rights solution rather than score political points.
A hand from the World Championship match Italy versus the United States shows a normal collapse. The US player went down five at 3 No Trump while the Italian went down four at 4 Hearts, illustrating how expert play can unravel.
The piece explores William W. Scranton as a potential Republican presidential nominee in 1964. It notes his Pennsylvania governorship, congressional service, business background, WWII service, diplomatic work, and strong Republican connections, including Eisenhower backing, with emphasis on his relatively low public name recognition and the tight six month path to nomination.
A 1917 copy of The Puzzler found under a church recalls its puzzles and jokes plus an anecdote about Walter Raleigh and Columbus. The piece notes Hawaii slide views by Billy Cox and Mary Cox shown at Bill Cox’s home, a pleasant evening with old acquaintances.
A bridge column discusses the hold-up play, its purpose to sever lines of communication, and when to duck or win with the ace in clubs. It cautions against misusing the tactic and notes risks if the opponent shifts attack, plus a brief unrelated AP item about travel and a Texas A&M note on agriculture-related employment.
An editor’s outlook argues parents should teach children to value money by balancing quality and price. It weighs transatlantic travel costs, long lasting goods, and everyday purchases, urging early financial literacy and practical budgeting to avoid shopping ignorance and waste.
A United Press International survey examines the vast expansion of American law from Hammurabi to modern state codes. It notes billions of words, thousands of new statutes annually, and counts of 200,000 lawyers and 8,000 judges guiding a complex legal system.
The Washington Evening Journal reports news from Washington Iowa dated Wednesday January 15 1964. The brief page lists local items and notices typical of a midweek edition with community updates.
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