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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1977
Page
4
Abigail Van Buren advice column on premarital sex and marriage. Letters from readers share experiences and views on lovemaking and counseling. Readers recount early marriages, lasting relationships, and differing opinions on sexual instruction before tying the knot. The exchange includes responses and requests for Abby’s book.
A collection of light snippets from L M Boyd including quips on life spans, Greek symposiums, Ima Golden Lilly, gift purchases, royalty gossip, cosmetic science, Gillette pricing history, marketing slogans, creaking floors in Japan, a Washington orthodontist, and a robin versus hummingbird feather fact. Address: Weatherford Texas. Copyright 1977 L M Boyd.
A Washington Iowa editorial reflects on policing methods from single officer cars to bicycle units in Richardson Texas and foot patrols in eastern cities. It notes closer community presence can improve trust and effectiveness. The piece closes with a German humor vignette about clubs and organizations including the new Club to Prevent the Formation of New Clubs.
Five 16 year olds admitted vandalism and faced a choice between four months of volunteer work or six months probation. Four chose the work program under parental supervision, with restitution pledged to property owners. Reports on Aug 1 and Oct 1 will show progress, and successful completion will dismiss the charges.
A police chase ends at a suspect’s home and the officers enter without a warrant citing imminent danger. The Supreme Court acknowledges exceptions to the Fourth Amendment but warns they must be jealously guarded and based on judicial oversight rather than officer discretion. 1977 American Bar Association.
In a six heart contract South misplayed after drawing trumps and diamond play, going down one. The columnist explains a diamond discard and a deliberate concession could secure the slam, avoiding a 1 730 point loss in a rubber. Tomorrow: A hideous nightmare.
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