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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1963
Page
4
The Washington Evening Journal editors urge swift, certain punishment for juveniles first offenses. They cite Lincoln and a school principal to argue that immediate consequences deter repeat crime, while noting Chamber of Commerce views on liquor by the drink and urging readers to vote on it.
In a Davenport Journal article from July 11, 1963 the Chamber of Commerce was said to favor liquor by the drink. Erma Zelinsky of Washington writes that not all chamber members support this stance and calls for a public clarification. The editor notes include a clarifying column.
Round Grove residents gather for funeral services as longtime Round Grove School teacher Mrs Clarence Benson dies at home age after five years of service. The obituary notes kinship to Mrs Raymond Coon and lists local attendees and Memorial Day era visits, detailing community ties and recent gatherings across Round Grove, Ames, Waterloo, and nearby towns.
Des Moines Iowa plans a major exterior restoration of the capitol at a total appropriation near 290000 with 198000 for exterior repairs including tuckpointing cleaning and stonework. New sand blasting method may be tested while dome gilding at about 80000 will yield 22 carat gold leaf next spring.
A political essay argues the failure of the American way in civil rights, blaming shameless politicians from both major parties for unrewarded promises to Black voters. It notes Democratic pledges in 1960 and Kennedy administration promises, contrasts with FDR era gains, and cites riots as proof that ballot strategies did not suffice.
Mrs. W. M. Coldwell and daughter Kim leave Oakland on July 12 after a three week visit with her parents in Crawfordsville. She attends cousin Virginia Dunns wedding in Columbus Junction on July 6. Gene Hill and family from Milwaukee visit relatives here before returning home. A family picnic occurs at Saunders Park with Cherryholmes and Young families and others.
Declarer faces a heart lead and must plan to retain control. In four spades, win the heart queen, switch to a club, and repeatedly ruff or discard to prevent the defense from cashing the long suit. In six diamonds, win the ace of hearts, signal partnerships, and work toward ruffing losers, ensuring the center suit stays under control and avoiding premature discard of high cards.
Dearborn resident Mrs Ina Miller visits Keota for a month to spend time with her niece Mrs Vi a Mattison and other relatives. The article lists numerous relatives and friends from Michigan New Mexico Iowa and New York gathering in Keota for the holiday period and related visits.
St Marys College in Moraga California introduces an integrated curriculum linking arts sciences and social sciences. The program includes Great Classics courses and aims to show relationships among disciplines, with emphasis on literature philosophy and notable thinkers.
Albuquerque based Atomic Energy Commission official Donald P. Dickason oversees nationwide handling and transport of classified radioactive and hazardous materials. A 24 hour duty officer locates moving stock, and in any incident a specialized response team is dispatched to contain contamination and protect the public. The AEC reports no past accidental nuclear explosions or public-harm incidents.
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