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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1966
Page
4
An editorial laments the decline of Fourth of July celebrations in Washington after 1938 when the state banned public firework sales. It recalls past parades and fireworks, notes costs of injuries from fireworks, and argues the ban ended a lively local holiday once second only to Christmas.
Japanese schools begin using plastic whiteboards replacing traditional blackboards. Teachers write with fast drying pens and erase with a damp cloth. The boards are claimed dust free and smudge free, and chalk squeak is eliminated.
Readers condemn noisy motorcycle riders who disrupted a band concert in Central Park. They urge city action to curb noise on the streets when public events are held and ask council to consider a local ordinance.
Dear Abby offers practical, light hearted guidance on marriages jealousy eaters and office dating while addressing family noise eating habits and personal boundaries. The column uses humor and common sense to encourage tolerance tact and self improvement.
Myrna Yoder bride elect of John Kauffman of Middlebury Indiana was honored at a miscellaneous shower Saturday evening at the Wesley Yoder home with co hosts Mrs Yoder and Mrs Ezra M Brenneman. Blue and white decorations and refreshments framed the event. Guests included family members and friends from Kalona and nearby areas sharing in games gifts and a cooperative dinner.
United Presbyterian Home residents share a holiday dinner and Friday night games. Guests visit relatives in New Jersey and Connecticut for a granddaughters wedding. Rev Willming leads a July birthday program as Dr Stewart visits Iowa City.
A June 29 farewell at the Methodist church parlor honored Rev. and Mrs. Stephen Root. Guests included Mrs. Root’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Kemper of Muscatine. The event featured sweet peas, punch, and music by Mrs. Pfeifer at the piano.
Continental Telephone Corporation said from its New London Iowa office that on July 1 1966 certain subsidiaries including Afton Clearfield and Southern Iowa Telephone Companies will merge into Lucas County Telephone Company. The name will change to Hawkeye State Telephone Company. All are subsidiaries of Continental Telephone Corp of St. Louis Missouri.
The Washington Evening Journal in Washington Iowa lists staff including David Elder editor and business manager William Shannon vice president advertising director Charles Morris news editor Bob Shaffer local advertising and Howard Hazen production superintendent. The paper publishes afternoons except Sunday Christmas and July 4th and is entered as second class matter under act of March 3 1879 at its Washington Iowa office.
North dealer both sides vulnerable. Bee outlines bridge play and strategy in this column. The piece highlights Bee as a ten time record holder in masters and individual champion play, offering analysis for readers of the game.
The article explores when the responder may override the captain after a fourNT inquiry in Blackwood sequences. It uses a 1966 example where fiveNT guarantees aces and signals grand slam interest. South may bid seven hearts if responder shows strong hearts and weak clubs, warning against automatic pass.
Iowa Telephone Co Hawkeye State Telephone Company and Iowa State Telephone Co merge with Continental Telephone Corp to create the state’s largest independent phone operator. Riverside VFW Celebration Parade winners include Walking and Float divisions with local youths and Civic groups honored in multiple categories.
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