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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1965
Page
4
A devotional reflection invites contemplation of what eyes have not seen and ears have not heard, noting that God prepared such wonders. It urges readers to consider the beauty of creation and imagine the majesty of heaven.
Harold Wehr moved to Washington in the mid forties and joined the local newspaper. After a car near miss with license plate confusion involving his brother in law Lee Holland, sheriff Patty Putnam mediated a humorous quarrel. The resulting apology letter sparked a lasting friendship between Harold and Lee.
A sixteen line glimpse into daily life at Washington High through a twelve year old baker and his father Harley Cole. The boy Doug jokes about lighthouses after his dad’s kitchen misadventure and a music loving teen complains about modern lyrics while praising 1930s songs.
Dean Stanley accepted a speaking engagement on short notice and quipped that the only way to be less prepared would be not to show up at all.
A humorous note from A Book About A Thousand Things recounts Peter Stuyvesant accidentally naming Staten Island when he asked if land was an island. A clothing store owner adds a local observation that about eighty percent of customers buy the first suit shown, as he sizes up buyers to pick the best match.
A traveling gentleman spent a day in Washington and pronounced the city the friendliest he has ever seen. He described locals as welcoming and the atmosphere as notably cordial.
A local man known for a joking streak posed for a front page shot holding a book with a risque title. The gag failed to land as editors used only a head and shoulders portrait, omitting the rest of the scene.
Edward Horowitz, 81, of New York, owns a 150 foot by six inch lot in midtown Manhattan bought for $25. The space sparks odd ideas from housing a slim political residence to displaying world championship vaulting poles, with lights expected to stay on Madison Avenue late as a profit solution develops.
Rubio Community officers elected include A. J. Steinbeck as president with Ida McClurg Ray Mourer Elmer Duby and Lawrence Bailey on the board. The Rubio depot hall, bought in 1951, now lists new equipment and 30 reservations for 1965, with 73 meetings in 1964 and ongoing rentals for a nominal fee.
A Merrimac note reports Glenn Schafers and family enjoying winter weather in Bradenton Florida. Thelma Rhodebeck and sons joined them over Christmas near St Louis. Local residents Carl Amrine Maxine Schafer Harold Amrine and Roy Eshelman visited relatives and hosted neighbors over the weekend.
An editorial reminiscence recalls the Ainsworth Clippers run by Lee Workman and others from 1915 to 1917, noting Marietta Workman’s role, civic efforts, local boosters, and memorial pieces for Samuel Matthews and John M. Kupka. The writer thanks Mrs. Workman and reflects on clipping collections and past community life.
South dealer and both sides vulnerable in a contract bridge session. North holds A103 A652 410732, West shows 987552 and Q10879. The fragment outlines card dealing and threats of strong play during Becker's coverage of the event.
In bridge, imperfect endplays can still succeed. South, in four hearts, leads after West returns a non trump, forcing a discard scene. Declarer uses a three trick setup to execute an early endplay, saddling West with a difficult lead and preserving chances regardless of enemy card divisions.
Mrs Verle Sigier is appointed March of Dimes chairman for Keota and seeks volunteers for the Mothers March. School children will receive donation cards to return to teachers. A family night potluck for Eastern Stars and Masons is planned February 5 at Fraternal hall. Methodist Men offer Old Fashioned Stew and Chili on February 4 with tickets at 1.25 for adults and 75 cents for children.
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