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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1977
Page
6
Spvee Roach, the women's editor of the Ottumwa Courier for 19 years, retired last week. The newsroom brass, staff, and many former employees gathered to honor her. In retirement she reflected, If I had it all to do over again, I would, a concise note that captures her lifelong dedication.
Don Reid sketches a comic car trip to Red Oak where a quarrel over a freshly painted hotel room and its allergic narrator unfolds. The couple argues over luggage, weather, air conditioning, and the imminent paint smell as they drive.
A collection of quips and maxims on safety, ambition, and daily life. It contrasts choosing friends wisely, enduring effort, and the idea that deeds shape outcomes while noting heat and vanity in humorous asides.
A 1977 King Features Syndicate bridge column details a four heart contract where declarer misreads West’s singleton diamond, adapts tricks, and profits from a crafted endgame. The narrative contrasts steady play with occasional brilliance in bridge.
In a forthcoming installment Blondie faces a pivotal clash that tests her wits and resolve. The narrative sets up high stakes as plans unfold and the heroine confronts a challenging scheme.
A collection of light quiz questions and facts on potatoes and cooking plus tidbits on greeting cards ancient Egypt and Washington streets. Includes a mail address for L. M. Boyd Weatherford Texas and a 1977 copyright note.
A 1977 Dear Abby column excerpt includes questions about medical wardrobe norms during exams, a man facing driving anxiety affecting a couple's plans, and a directory assistance worker’s plea about abuse from callers. The mix shows public concerns about privacy, phobias, and workplace respect voiced by readers.
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