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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1963
Page
12
Editorial compares cicada 17 year life cycle to modern time pressure and urges reflection on society. It recalls Keith Norton’s sudden death and honors his civic service and leadership in Washington. The piece blends commentary on community, responsibility, and cultural lag with historical references to 1960s events.
An UPI report surveys the Black Muslims led by Elijah Muhammad, describing their beliefs, practices, and aims. It notes their self identification as Muslims, rejection of Christianity, and views on white society. The piece discusses membership estimates, centers, and rhetoric attributed to Malcolm X, Gandhi-like nonviolence vs violence, and predictions about racial dominance.
United Press International columnist Lyle Wilson argues Goldwater should court southern voters and stage Deep South appearances to test Kennedy’s reception. He notes Kennedy’s southern tour drew warm crowds despite Democratic rebellion and warns southern support could revive Goldwater’s bid while New York and Pennsylvania remain uncertain. Georgia, 1960 echoes loom as Nixon showed in Atlanta, hinting at regional impact.
In a Great Britain versus United States match from 1865, North-South held four Spades and faced a tricky layout. Reese’s 4 Spades went down, while at another table a sequence ending in 4 Hearts doubled defeated the contract, costing the American team 400 points.
The government may let titleholders renounce their peerages for life to sit in the Commons. If law passes, Viscount Hailsham and the Earl of Home could pursue the prime ministership, with others like the Earl of Sandwich and Lord Balniel also potential candidates.
Fifteen members gathered at the K P hall in Chester on Wednesday evening with ME C Mrs Howard Moore presiding. Plans were made for a Mother Daughter breakfast and a September 4 style show. Altruistic funds totaled 236.35 with small allocations for flowers cards and sick calls. Auditors were appointed to review books as two contributions supported county historical society memorial day film efforts.
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