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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1968
Page
4
A Washington LA editorial column from June 18 1968 offers reflections on health and prosperity, modern city planning critiques traffic congestion, and social issues like the poor people's march. It includes a light note on mood affecting colds and a reminder to smile and dress warmly.
A dental expert told a seminar in Atlanta that reimplanting a lost child’s tooth is now practical and can succeed even after hours. Florida Times Union notes Georgia Governor Maddox’s mule train travel ban dispute, with SPCA intervening as trains faced fatigue and injuries while drivers insisted on humane treatment.
A New York psychoanalyst argues depression, not viruses, triggers colds. In a three year study of 10 patients, 26 colds followed depressive states, though depression appeared without subsequent illness in other periods.
Ronald Dela laments ongoing vandalism and rowdy nightly activity at the Hotel Washington NE Corner Square town square. He notes cars racing from 9 or 10 p.m. to early morning, screeching tires, loud profane conversations, and midnight gatherings, harming residents and the fountain’s status after over a year of unchecked behavior.
A Democratic plank backing school bus transportation for parochial students is expected to be approved at Des Moines convention. A GOP alternative was rejected by delegates. Also, GOP hopeful Donald Johnson urged a new education budget commission for consolidated funding. A farm income tax service will aid Farm Bureau members in select counties next year.
Readers share experiences and questions in a column. Topics include ignorance about epilepsy and its management, noisy neighbor’s 90 pound puppy, and a marital dispute over intimate affection. Abby offers facts and guidance, emphasizing education and considerate action.
A column of wry anecdotes and quotes from late 1960s United States public life. It includes observations on secrecy, humor in politics, and social norms, citing figures such as a secretary pairing with her employer, marketing myths, and cultural quirks. The piece references a June 18 1968 Evening Journal style summary.
In a top master play, South must infer opponents distribution from heart king lead and subsequent plays. By cashing A K of trumps and spades, then ruffing, declarer regains control, deducing West holds four spades six hearts two diamonds and exactly one club, enabling a finesse to finish.
The United States team, briefly in first in the World Bridge Olympiad, sits in second place behind Italy as preliminaries near three-quarters completion. Italy leads with 428 Victory Points to the US 426, with Canada Australia and the Netherlands close behind. The US women push toward 4th with 149 VP, while Sweden tops at 178 and South Africa Italy tied for second at 164. A featured hand against Switzerland shows the US men's tactical play, culminating in a grand slam bid that narrowly converts despite heavy defense.
Brighton plans its annual Whoopee Days with activities Friday and Saturday June 21 and 22. Rides open Thursday. contests for all ages at 3 30 p m Friday. teen dance 9 p m Friday. Kiddie Parade 12 30 p m Saturday. Parade features pets bikes costumes tricycles horses floats. Dr Max and Mambo of WMU V attend parade and host 2 p m Saturday show at Brighton Park. A Saturday evening stage show at 8 p m features Dr Max as MC and local talent. Brighton Community Service Award to be presented Saturday night. Tractor pull 1 30 p m Saturday at Brighton ball park in three classes. Other features include 2 p m Friday show and 8 p m Friday variety show. Barbecue stand in Park Pavilion run by Chamber of Commerce and wives.
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