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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1977
Page
2
A July 30, 1977 newspaper editorial urges fathers to avoid provoking their children, calling for honor, fairness, and gentleness. It reflects on parental duty, family budgeting, and quotes Josh Billings on quick yeses and savings. The piece frames prudence in spending and saving as a path to steadier family life.
A Kalona Evening Journal representative misplaced cash and checks last Monday. Mrs. Duane Yoder of Ellen's Sewing Center found the envelope in front of her shop and will hold it for the owner. An accompanying letter from Edith Elgar’s classmate notes a Sacramento residency and recalls classmates from the 1929 Washington High School graduating class.
Tomato woes recounted as plants in crooks and porch planters developed black bottoms last year. Walnut trees nearby and soil pH discussed. some readers link overwatering and proximity to walnuts to the issue. This year crops thrive, with first four tomatoes picking July 18th.
Sympathizing with Dale Fuhr and other homeowners, residents recount a recent thunderstorm that damaged houses by lightning, knocked out appliances, caused smoke, and forced delays before plumbers restored normal life. Neighbors offered help while reflections on modern comforts followed.
In a contract bridge example West leads a heart and declarer must gauge unseen cards. The article explains choosing the line of play that maximizes long run success, showing the ace of diamonds as the correct play to achieve the slam if East holds certain distribution, while jack yields only if West holds the K and Q. The analysis hinges on probability and defensive distribution risks.
Abigail Van Buren offers ten tips for wives to ensure a healthy marriage and previews a forthcoming husband list. A divorced woman, 41, with alimony, questions marrying a 27-year-old man with a child and possible loss of alimony. Abby advises caution, suggests there are bigger issues than age, and urges patience if love endures.
United Press International notes July 30 1977 is the 211th day of the year with 154 remaining. It marks Henry Ford born in 1863 and lists historical events including WAVES formation in 1942 Apollo 15 moon landing in 1971 and Nixon impeachment progress in 1974.
L M Boyd notes that extreme cold splits tree trunks yet wounds often close and disappear within hours. He compares this to social questions about daily meals, finding younger respondents favor breakfast while older respondents favor supper.
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