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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1971
Page
3
A readers’ page features varied letters on marriage dynamics and autonomy. A Philadelphian chides a mother for pressuring a son to visit alone, while others discuss love with married partners, spousal trust, and the urge for personal space within family ties.
Bruty TeBockhorst teams top the VEW Pinochle marathon after round four with 3 530 points Collette Buty and Acired TeBockhorst lead Mrs. Glenn Widmer and partner hold second with 1 750 The field features Richard Herlein George Sojka Dick Davidson Clem Eagle Margaret Payne Katherine Dempsey Marcella Wittetoe and Genevieve Fritz among other high scorers.
Kiwanis members heard Harold Brightwell program specialist of ASCS discuss government subsidies and their reach across national activities. Kiwanian William Day introduced Brightwell to the group as he outlined subsidy impacts on farming and stability of market value. The club then recognized National Radio Week with a plaque to Ken Light of Radio Station KCI for public service.
Twelve members of the Sun shine Community Club met Wednesday with Mrs. Ed Ziedlowsky and two children present. Mrs. Don Simmering presided over the business meeting. Games were led by Mrs. Steve Stout with prizes. Mrs. Bill Koehler helped with refreshments. Mary Wesleyan Service Guild hosted an evening program led by Mrs. Max Henness with a book review by Mrs. Max Lee. Thirty Niners Club held a two o clock dessert and program with leadership change. Ruth Nolin presided and new member Edna Caldwell joined. Mrs. Wes ley Bader reviewed Where the Meadowlark Calls by Verte Wheeless.
Yesterday and today notices list births and admissions with names and locations. Individuals include Mrs Matilda Durst in Washington and Mr and Mrs Denbig Raiden of Wayland, along with multiple other local names and hospitals.
Pattern features a high roll collar and short cuffed sleeves with an attached belt and back zipper. Inverted front pleats fall below the belt line. available in sizes 10 12 14 16. Size 14 requires 4 yards of 44 inch fabric. standard measurements Bust 36 Waist 21 Hips 38. Send $1.00 plus 18 cents for postage and handling.
The fourth article in a CPA series explains revised capital gains rules for 1970. It notes a 25 percent ceiling on gains up to 50 000 dollars, higher rates above that, the shift of half gains to ordinary income after 1971, and limits on deducting long-term losses against other income. It also covers how losses can offset gains and the potential use of income averaging in certain cases.
The Washington Planning and Zoning Commission elected Dr. M. L. Tweeton as president for the coming year with Mrs. Kath leen Krogmeier as vice president. The commission met Wednesday and will meet again Monday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers.
Iowa State University’s Stephens Auditorium at Ames is named one of the 10 best new campus buildings in the United States and Canada by College and University Business. The $4.926 million center, opened 1969, features continental seating and an undulating wood ceiling for optimal acoustics.
A sequence of weekly school lunch menus lists meals for Waomwerrus and adjacent areas. Menu days feature beef and noodles, roast beef sandwiches, creamed tuna, chili soup, hot dogs, and varied sides with milk. Additional entries cover MiGaLaNy and Waco districts with ham burgers, meat balls, beef dishes, turkey, scalloped potatoes, pizza casserole, and other entrees, breads, fruits, and desserts across weekdays.
Sen. John Sherman Cooper says the Nixon administration expanded operations in Cambodia, violating a law forbidding U.S. funds for troops or advisers there. He urges Congress for broader authority if needed, and cites the Cooper Church amendment granting wide protection during Vietnam troop withdrawals.
Des Moines seedling orders are now being accepted for spring reforestation erosion control and wildlife habitat. Iowa Conservation Commission forester Gene Hertel notes evergreen and hardwood seedings plus wildlife shrubs will be shipped or picked up from the Ames Forest Nursery between late March and early May. Free forestry service is offered by Commission foresters with offices across multiple counties to aid landowners in tree selection and cost sharing programs.
Richland social roundup notes multiple families visiting, including the Nichols, Wolcott, and Long clans. Dennis Ritchie notables at Woolson Missionary meeting with eight members and two guests. Quilting for Africa projects advance with baby quilts. next all day meeting scheduled.
Russell Bond is back home after a hospital stay and was visited by Mr. and Mrs. Joe Jones and other relatives over the weekend. Mrs. Irene Baker hosted dinner for her family as several neighbors and friends gathered, including Mr. Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Greeson, and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Knopp of Fairfield.
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