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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1964
Page
3
Dear Abby responds to two readers about a toddler kissing many people and a woman’s regret over shaming her mother. Abby urges delicacy with criticism and shares a personal tale of regret, ending with instruction to seek a private reply and Abby’s booklet offer.
Fashion writers report spring trends as designers showcase scarves with suits coats and dresses in New York. Styles include tri cornered and rectangular scarves tying at fronts backs or shoulders. Navy abounds with velvet pants, mohair skirts and mink tops paired with at home separates for luxury appeal.
Mrs. J. E. Gretter and spouse observed their thirty fifth wedding anniversary with a dinner hosted by their daughter and family Cyril Osweiler. The day included visits by neighbors and relatives and a Federated Church missionary meeting at Mrs Alice George's home.
The regular Dutchettes 4 H Club meeting was led by Julia Miksch at Rita Wrights home. Members recited a nature poem for roll call and brought beautiful objects. Maria Johnson led music, Mrs Renoux discussed paintings, and the group reviewed Who Am I sheets. Refreshments were served.
Iowa health columnist Mary Macomber reflects on breakfast as a beloved morning ritual. She recalls inviting brunch ideas from friends featuring coffee, eggs, toast, waffles, juice, and various meats and cheeses, noting the appeal of a hearty, appetizing start to the day.
A 17 percent acre plot at the junction of highways 77 and 78 in southwest Richland sold at public auction. The late Mary Wallerich property was purchased by J W Hendrickson for 525 dollars per acre. Plans for the land were not disclosed.
Five foxes were killed by fox hunters who gathered Saturday morning in the area. The Fox Hunters Association invites all hunters to join next Saturday for a fox hunt meeting at the junction of highways 78 and 218 one mile north of Olds at 10 a.m. Those credited with last Saturday's fox kills include Charles Friese Washington Dick Custer Frank Lukovsky Washington Bob Johnson Columbus Junction and Dean Mohler Burlington.
Washington notes update readers on local angle of national events with brief summaries and names of institutions involved. No explicit dates beyond month and year. The item emphasizes routine reporting for residents.
Fashion notes describe a winter trend where two rows of swooping false eyelashes on each upper lid elevate a look beyond Minnie Mouse. The piece cites Paris as the style hub and signals a bold, high fashion aesthetic for the season.
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