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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1964
Page
4
Editorial note in the Washington Evening Journal dated July 8 1964 presents a religious reflection citing 1 John 2 17 about transience of material things and the permanence of divine will, urging readers to focus on spiritual values.
A discussion on irreversible loss from extinct species like the whooping crane and bald eagle, the danger of converting public lands for mills, and shocking racial violence captured in photographs. It argues that deep, ingrained attitudes in the South hinder civil rights progress and calls for persistent societal pressure.
A sharp critique targets a paper company ad claiming long term savings. The writer mocks the line Buy from us in the long run you’ll be ahead every time and challenges its meaning, highlighting the gap between flashy rhetoric and actual benefit.
The piece contrasts old west horse thieves with modern hit and run drivers who dent vehicles and flee. It notes owners often respond with sympathy when told, I am sorry, I’ve just run into your car and smashed it a bit, while condemning careless drivers.
An American Bar Association feature surveys when parent spankings cross into abuse and criminal assault. It notes courts balance parental leeway with child protection, citing cases of manslaughter from a fly swatter and a four mile barefoot beating as examples of unlawful punishment.
The Atomic Energy Commission announces an unprecedented job information program to retain experienced workers in the atomic industry and ease layoffs. From July 1 private contractors must notify the AEC of 90 day hiring and layoff plans, enabling matched transfers and first consideration for workers about to be laid off.
Italy faced France in New York as Benito Garozzo, South, executed a cunning trump coup to counter four remaining trumps. He underruffed dummy, led diamonds and spades, foiling East’s defense and squeezing the French to concede the match despite powerful holds.
An editor urges immediate higher standards of behavior and performance for African Americans as Civil Rights gains pass. The piece links opportunity to responsibility, calling for smaller classes, integrated unions, and self-improvement while critiquing current leadership and white reactions. It cites Silberman on race and identity and ends with Booker T. Washington’s call to uplift oneself locally to seize opportunities.
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