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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1976
Page
4
Washington County editor notes progress on a new county history timed for the Bicentennial. He highlights Pleasant Plain and Rubio histories, praising local, personal narratives as soft history that preserves community attitudes and experiences beyond official records.
Eagle Grove Eagle columnist M B Crabbe contests outdoor life risk as mosquitoes grow. El Dorado Times cites a Chamber pamphlet detailing oil industry competition with data on firms, capacity, and market shares. independent gasoline sales rise from 19 to 31 percent since 1967.
The Indiana Supreme Court split 3 2 overturning a second degree murder conviction on age based grounds saying a juvenile suspect deserved meaningful guardian consultation before police questioning. Two judges dissented warning against treating juveniles as adults for violent crimes amid rising juvenile violence.
A collage of humor and quotes from public figures and everyday life. Bits include birthday gifts, MLK's line on living together, a weather spelling joke, Inez Robb quips on money and men, a painter with a blank canvas framed as art, a cow eating grass tale, third degree banter, a unicyclist adventure by Wally Watts in Scotland, a near detainment at Glasgow Airport, Max Eastman on rest, and a boy scolding over rock throwing.
In a three notrump contract South, as declarer, ducks the queen of diamonds after East returns the suit. This misdirection allows South to win nine tricks by discarding, then cashing six clubs and the ace of spades, despite opponents' potential correct defense.
L M Boyd surveys show dentists craft jewelry, traveling salesmen collect matchbook covers, and university faculty include many tropical fish fanciers. He cites roofs thatched with heather lasting a century and asks about shingles. He packs odd facts, jokes, and reader letters including Abigails advice.
Quote from Dan Bennett about a wet dog highlighting a playful take on pet temperament and the cheerful image of damp canine friendliness.
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