Government protection of the consumer seen growing
A Washington Iowa Evening Journal editorial argues that as society grows more complex the public needs more protections against fraud and deceit. It cites truth in lending, Pure Food and Drug laws, FCC oversight, auto safety rules, and Better Business Bureaus, asking why, with all safeguards, people are still deceived. It notes the rise of specialized goods and calls for continued government regulation as a necessary function in a complex economy. The piece ends with thanks to postal workers after a temporary mailroom disruption and a short byline on tax reform.
Bus passengers lose suit over luggage on bus
A bus passenger sued after a suitcase fell from an overhead rack and struck her on the head. The court held the company liable, stating drivers must exercise care for falling luggage and safe placement in racks and aisles. A similar case involving a protruding suitcase in the aisle also resulted in damages against the bus company. The judge noted the carrier’s substantial responsibility to passenger safety.
Washington Evening Journal staff and contact note
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa provides staff roles for editor business manager advertising director news editor local advertising and production superintendent. It lists publication times and telephonic contact details along with association memberships and a mail subscription rate note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Elder
William Shannon
Charles Morris
Bob Shaffer
Howard Hazen
Washington
Iowa
Bus Driver Not Liable For Crushed Cat Satchel
A court ruled the bus company bore no liability when a kitten in an overhead satchel shifted during transit and crushed a passenger. The driver checked luggage positions, drove with care, and could not foresee the accident. The ruling emphasizes unforeseeable, low-probability events in tort cases.
Supreme Court rulings spark debate on classroom rights
Center president Robert M. Hutchins discusses Epperson v Arkansas and Tinker v Des Moines, noting the cases expose flaws in first amendment theory as schools shape curriculum and curb speech. He highlights Black’s concurrence and Fortas' majority, signaling clashes over student and teacher rights reminiscent of Brown v Board. Also a final line notes per-person banana consumption.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Himse
The
Center For the Study of Democratic Institutions
Center
Robert M. Hutchins
Supreme Court
Iowa
Epperson
Arkansas
Tinker
Des Moines
Hutchins
University of Chicago
Eperson
Hugo Black
Black
Des Moines School Board
Abe Fortas
Fortas
Brown Vs. Board of Education
Short Skirts Mean War Is Imminent
A column by L. M. Boyd discusses fashion forecasts from fashion centers predicting a year of short skirts and the potential social consequences. It weaves in quips about designers, wartime barometers, and historical figures while mixing light quips on sleep, golf, and octopus anecdotes. The piece blends satire with observations on culture and daily life.
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B. H. Liddell- Hart
Dear Abby Advice Columns on Marriage and Affairs
Abigail Van Buren gathers reader questions on unhappy marriages, jealousy, and social proprieties. Topics include a wife feeling like a housekeeper, a husband bringing dates, and office relationships. Abby offers guidance and humorous bluntness while urging respect, honesty, and personal responsibility.
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Abby
Danny
Reisinger Final Ends In Dramatic Cards
In the 1967 Reisinger final, Mike Becker’s three hearts doubled netted 530 points after a tense sequence. A bidding mishap later left his team at three notrump, East-West, where a successful four-trick run would have won the board by 500.
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Mike
Reisinger
East
West
South
Declarer
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Pentagon
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Better Business Bureaus
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Crawfordsville
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West Chester
Keota
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Kalona
W. H. Marriott
Washington, Iowa
Sushy Teo ND Eoi
Washington Evening Journal
United Press
Inland Daily Press Ass’n
Iowa Daily Press Ass‘n
Iowa Press Ass'n
Audit Bureau of Circulations
P. O
Tam
Alf
L. M. Boyd
Sandpoint
Idaho
Bourbon
Bottle Bay
Jonesy
William Shakespeare
San Antonio
Abigail van Buren
Dorothy Dix
Albert Hubbard
China
NATO
Tom
Harry
Belfast
Ireland
Gemini
Los Angeles
Cal
World Book Lore
Warld Book Encyclopedia
Robert E. Peary
North Pole
Nicaragua
B. Jay Becker
East Dealer
King Features Syndicate, Inc
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