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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1976
Page
4
An editorial reflection on Psalm 147 verse 5 noting that when motives are impugned and services misunderstood, God's understanding is limitless and comforting. The piece emphasizes divine comprehension over human judgment and offers faith as solace.
Bob Lytle attended a surprise recognition dinner for his brother Carlton Lytle retiring as Richfield Schools superintendent. The event drew 600 to 700 people and featured a “This Is Your Life” style program with highlights from Carlton’s Washington High School days, a WHS fight song recording, a cheerleader in orange and black, and noted efforts by local officials to ensure a flawless evening.
Saturday June 5 1976 tribute notes the death of Dick Schmitt 43 at Fort Collins Colorado. The piece recalls the Schmitt brothers Leland Dick and Dean active in WHS athletics and Dick’s later success coaching Julesburg Colorado High School to three state titles. A memorial service was held at Julesburg’s stadium named in his honor.
The writer recalls a neighbor Cliff Thompson and his Texas cousin Bing Miller sending tomatoes for a growing contest. Cliff’s plants could not bear the heavy Texas fruit. The entry ends with gratitude for fresh early tomatoes, dated May 31, 1876, a Thursday with local fishing day and a Presbyterian gathering. A street fair shows strawberries raspberries cherries from Smouse fruit farm and a bear show with a $15 collection.
A reader describes a mushroom hunt near Memorial Day with over 20 gallons gathered by the Swift family of Goldendale. They camp near the snowline at 3000 feet, plan to freeze a year’s supply, and note snow still blocking passes on Highway 12. The letter also mentions a Blair elevator railroad crossing dispute and predicts Maple Elm forest growth reshaping the county in 15 to 20 years. It ends with Centennial travel notes and high attendance figures.
Abigail Van Buren writes from Chicago Tribune Syndicate with readers sharing grief legal rights and etiquette at funerals. Crushed in Madison complains of minister ignoring widow. Stuck on ailing fiancé learns health cannot be guaranteed. a humorous note on circumcision and womb rent prompts a light reply.
Bridge instructional piece analyzes a three notrump deal where South, after West leads spades, must manage diamond tricks. By leading low diamonds to the queen and allowing East to produce or concede, declarer secures nine tricks and avoids a down one. The article emphasizes avoiding reckless cashing of diamonds.
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