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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1966
Page
4
In this column the writer argues teachers deserve pay reflecting the investment of four years college plus masters, long preparation and heavy workload. He notes bricklayers earning far more in some cases and cites Iowa ads showing broad demand for teachers while funding lags. The piece reflects 1966 concerns on education funding and national interest policies.
At the lunch counter a secretary notes that two film stars have reportedly taken the first step toward separating, then confirms they have just married, ending speculation. The exchange appears in the Evening Journal of Washington Iowa dated Monday July 25.
Washington commentary assesses Lyndon B. Johnson as a complex enigma facing a voter test in 1966. Polls show slumping popularity while war in Vietnam and inflation threaten support. The piece weighs Johnson's legacy, public mood, and GOP prospects ahead of the November elections.
Des Moines IDPA reports state Representative Elroy Maule resigns to become business administrator of the state conservation commission, making 18 vacancies in the General Assembly. Eight lawmakers have resigned for state posts. several others have died or left for out of state jobs. Regular November general election will choose the 1967 legislature.
Miss Nancy Brown of Mount Pleasant Iowa, bride-elect of Dale Longwell, was honored at a miscellaneous shower July 10 at the A G Longwell home in Wellman. Guests shared games and refreshments while gifts were sent from relatives unable to attend. Also noted were travels of local residents and a USO tour news item featuring James Drury heading entertainers to Vietnam.
The article details Helen Sobel's famous four no trump contract play after South and East reach 3NT. Her deduction about East holding the AK of spades drives a spade sequence and secures the contract. The write up analyzes West's hearts and distribution to justify the line.
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