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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1976
Page
4
In a bridge deal West opens light with 11 points, East has a singleton diamond and South delivers a six heart contract. South feigns distress after a long endgame, joking that West started with five diamonds and East one, while insisting the diamond finesse would be risky.
Washington Iowa July 15 1976 editorial reflects on generosity and self restraint. It notes 255 high schools offer the subject with 18 000 students and nine schools adding vocational agriculture departments while a shortage of qualified teachers causes 16 teaching vacancies. Voyage teachers work year round checking student projects.
A passerby reports hearing a diesel train near Milwaukee tracks imitating an old steam whistle and wonders where the antique sound came from. The creator dismisses the imitation as undeserved and unusual for a small diesel locomotive.
Iowa uses Vocational Agriculture to diversify beyond farming. Students prepare for agri business roles in fertilizers, pesticides, farm management, and equipment. Career consultant Gerald Barton notes 27 high schools added vocal courses in four years.
The piece argues Puerto Rico is a commonwealth, not a colony, citing Ford's June visit and urging against revolutionary agitation. It notes Puerto Rico’s 1952 status, freedom of movement, tax status, Congressional representation, and a 1967 referendum showing preference for keeping the commonwealth with statehood and independence options.
In a column on constitutional rights, the piece argues that speedy trials are essential for justice but must not sacrifice fairness. It contrasts two burglary and larceny cases where delays were deemed constitutional or not, illustrating that courts balance speed with protective safeguards and public interest.
The piece recalls L M Boyd anecdotes from 1976 including a rockpile tale at Balmoral Castle linked to the Farquharsons, quips about nudists in Britain, and a Q&A style collection of oddities. It ends noting an address in Weatherford, Texas and a 1976 copyright.
Abigail Van Buren offers parental guidance in a 1976 Dear Abby column. A grandmother seeks legal steps to remove a granddaughter from neglectful parents. Abby warns to verify facts and suggests legal action only with solid evidence. The column also addresses cultural greetings and a personal meddling scenario about a friend's suspected affair.
A disgruntled Haskins resident voices anger at the Iowa DOT for omitting unincorporated towns from a new state highway map. The critic argues maps must show small communities to aid navigation, contrasting Cedar Rapids Iowa City and Des Moines with lesser towns.
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