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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1973
Page
4
A Friday June 8 1973 entry presents a religious quote from Matthew 10 22 about enduring persecution and a concise editorial joke noting that someone always predicted the outcome of success. It contrasts the idea of blessing for righteousness with a wry remark on nervous breakdown like pressures.
The Old Creamery Theatre Company closed its Washington run with Of Kings and Clowns, six Shakespeare scenes. Critics praise the acting but fault the program’s jumble of scenes, arguing a single well known play would better introduce audiences to Shakespeare and maintain a coherent story.
Fairfield editors lament Parsons College closing after 98 years noting harm to students faculty alumni and society. They stress education remains possible anywhere if a student desires it and hope for potential rebirth of Parsons.
A Long Term Care Unit employee thanks donors and local families for items and visits that brighten patient life. A returning visitor, Mary Jane Goeman Windlan, recalls growing up in Washington and shares her memories and address.
A column by M. Boyd blending light observations on dermatologists humor, African populations, marriage psychology, ancient Greek city names turning into adjectives, dog color vision, ship command practices, and anecdotes about Mark Twain and Will Rogers. It weaves trivia and quips with casual tone and dated cultural references.
A court in a 1973 American Bar Association piece notes that engagement rings are generally returnable if the engagement ends and the giver did not condition the gift on the marriage. Gifts given prior to engagement and gifts from relatives may be treated differently, with courts often deem them nonreturnable if not conditioned on marriage.
A bridge bidding quiz analyzes five sequences and marks each as Possible or Impossible. It explains redouble with 10 or more points, South’s required response after North’s overcalls, and how notrump and jump bids influence feasibility. The final case notes North’s strong hand and South’s right to pass.
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa publishes a full masthead listing staff names and roles plus subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery. Rates show various weekly and yearly prices and mention regional Washington routes with differing costs.
Dear Abby shares reader letters on whether six year olds should start kindergarten early. A teacher argues delaying benefits the child, while other readers discuss pet medical mishaps and seeking accountability from veterinarians. Readers ask Abby for guidance and offer personal experiences.
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