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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1968
Page
6
A collage of reflections and anecdotes begins with a moral verse and quotes, moves to nature observations about purple martins and sparrows over Washington, then a humorous slice about the How About Thats in the Journal, and closes with Milton Friedman’s simple reply to boosting poor incomes. It weaves philosophy, humor, birds, and economic thought into daily newspaper brevity.
A compact column notes political pokes by Congressmen in odd and even years and humor about heated tempers and arithmetic, signed by editor David Elder with staff credits and publication details for a Washington Iowa newspaper.
Four weeks of Story Hour at the east side library drew 250 registered children with an average of 232 books read daily during morning sessions. Activities included country-themed storytelling, a Spanish mini-lesson, sea life displays, and child book reviews each Friday. Adults read from new and classic works, while 4-H Cloverettes held meetings and planned Achievement Day activities.
A collage of short items notes blondes were prized in ancient Rome with wigs from northern Gaul. July cold relief, gun ownership trends, and a snail-eating stat. It quizzes maps, maps, aviation history, and famous statues, while touching manners and love advice color the page with brisk, wry tones.
In a Becker column from 1968, two bridge hands illustrate defense misplays and precise signaling. West leads hearts, East returns clubs, declarer misplays, and one defense later defeats four spades by recognizing a doubleton in clubs.
July 5 gathering for Grace Eicher marks her move to Iowa City. News items list hosts and guests from multiple towns, including families, travels, and a weekend wedding. Additional notes cover relatives visiting, birthdays, and local social events across Mt. Pleasant and surrounding areas.
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