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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1977

Page

4

All Star Game enjoys varied lineups and Joe Garagiola shines

Editorial praises the All Star Game for showcasing many players and lauds Joe Garagiola as a superior broadcaster with a knack for colorful phrasing. A humorous note shares his charm and fans’ appreciation while commending the game’s entertainment value over strict competition.

Joe

Do Not Swallow When Open Warns Pin Makers

A 1977 ABA public service feature notes rising product liability suits over warnings. Courts require clear conspicuous warnings only for non obvious hazards and do not demand warnings for every potential injury. Cases cited include elastic exercisers, liquid weed killer, and label prominence concerns.

The Odd Column A Frigid Air Joke

A mother asks what the party did and a child replies they sang the refrigerator song. She laments the family pun as the child quips about freezing a jolly good fellow.

Why Did Bowler Go for Massage

Dear Abby column explores reader questions on marital fidelity and life choices. A bowler and friends visit a massage parlor, a wife forgives but feels betrayed, while other letters cover choosing to have children, foreigner labels, and a wedding booklet offer.

Abby

Which athletes earn the most in pro sports

The column notes basketball leads average salaries at 126000 per year, versus 90000 in hockey, 50000 in football and baseball majors. It blends trivia on topics from poetry quotes to animals and ends with a Weatherford Texas address for subscriber mail.

National Basketball Association National Hockey League

Tough defense yields contract in tricky bridge deal

West should duck the ten of clubs to keep East connected and thwart declarer. If West wins with the jack or misplays later, declarer can still make ten tricks. With perfect defense and teamwork, the contract can fail. missteps by one side let South win. Tomorrow: Test your play.

West East Declarer South

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