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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1969
Page
4
The piece defends the right to a fair trial for Sirhan Sirhan, arguing defense lawyers must represent even a depraved defendant. It outlines the adversary system, the duty of lawyers to oppose the state, and the need to prevent biased verdicts while seeking mitigation for the crime.
A Des Moines murder case and a former mental hospital patient draw attention to teaching children how to react when alone. The Department of Justice supports public education on safe behavior, advising balanced caution without erasing trust. Children should learn that some strangers cannot be trusted, while not becoming overly frightened.
Zeal for land control rises as lawmakers in New Zealand discuss restricting purchases by foreigners. Protests accuse Americans of buying scenic coastal sites and small islets, echoing a tale of Indians selling Manhattan Island. Public concern grows over foreign ownership and national sovereignty.
An article argues lay representation in court, noting no legal requirement for an attorney in civil cases. It cites Supreme Court cautions about self-representation and a New York study showing higher recoveries with lawyers. It highlights expanded free legal aid and referral services for those who cannot or do not know a lawyer.
The article notes federal judges stress the value of professional help, citing that many agencies and local bar associations in over 252 cities arrange low cost try-out interviews with qualified attorneys. It warns against self representation, likening it to a man cutting his own hair in a poor position to judge his work.
A humorous column recounts anecdotes on gender, etiquette, and trivia from L M Boyd. It jokes about a trade journal ad for handling women, asks trivia questions about dogs and pearls, and notes a Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen with rival sculptor stories. The piece closes with a date from the Evening Journal.
In a world championship hand Becker recounts a spade opening, a Swedish North notrump overcall, and South's three clubs, leading to a sequence where North raises to four spades and a later double nets 500 points. The story warns against convicting a partner on circumstantial evidence and highlights psychology in bridge.
Spain faces deep farm inefficiencies with 34 percent rural population, 40 percent of land farmed yet only 10 percent irrigated. Large southern estates contrast with tiny northern plots driving emigration to the New World and priesthood or military service, while policy shifts aim to boost irrigation and cattle output amid World Bank backing.
Abigail Van Buren covers readers seeking privacy with a psychiatrist, a breakup scent issue, anniversary reminders, switchboard gossip, and a note for personal replies. The column emphasizes boundaries, comfort with therapists, tactful gifting, and practical reminders for relationships.
The Washington Evening Journal from Washington Iowa lists editors and key staff, including David Elder as Editor and Business Manager, Charles Morris as News Editor, Bob Shaffer in Local Advertising, and William Shannon as Vice President Advertising Director. The paper publishes afternoons except Sundays and holidays and is registered as second class matter.
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