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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1969
Page
4
A June 2 1969 evening journal editorial ponders Jesus crucifixion themes and Peter’s conversion, then lampoons the term Un-American. It argues American identity includes both virtue and violence, cites Life magazine critique, and condemns auto fatalities as a national burden while urging change.
In Nauvoo Illinois a ground breaking for a Mormon historic complex recalls Joseph Smith’s murder in Carthage and the dream that followed. The event links to broader questions about what might have happened if King and Kennedy had not been assassinated.
In Chao Duc, South Vietnam, about 80 percent of residents belong to the Hoa Hao sect. The movement once wielded political power, fought the French and Viet Cong, and had a Pope killed in peace talks in 1947. Today they maintain a militia, a land commune system, and claim ties to the U S Mormon church with plans for a university in Salt Lake City.
In this column from the Evening Journal of Washington Iowa, readers ponder the saintly tie of St Catherine to unmarried women, discuss odd hair hygiene claims, taxes in Sweden, and a playful Name Game on Catherine and Adeline. The piece blends trivia, quips, and contributions from L. M. Boyd.
In Buenos Aires the 1965 world championship saw Italy defeat the United States while American pairs dominated at both tables. Leventritt and Schenken/Belsack led one side to a downing defense. Hayden and her partner achieved ten notrump tricks after Mrs Hayden’s bold three notrump bid.
A reader asks why 25 years of marriage feel dull and to discuss whether a younger partner might rekindle passion. Abby warns against urging a spouse to seek younger partners and emphasizes addressing communication and emotional needs. The page includes letters praising mental health counseling and personal experiences with divorce, counseling, and reconciliation, urging readers to seek professional guidance.
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