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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1955
Page
7
A column assortment questions authority and faith, noting religion as a source of justice and freedom. It reflects on work sensibilities, civic duties, and the routine of Methodist ministers moving assignments, ending with a light jab at local neighbors and an apology to Dr. and Mrs. Reed.
The piece discusses the United Nations 10th birthday in San Francisco with 60 nations represented. It notes growth from 51 to 60 members and no withdrawals, cites Russia as a disappointment, and quotes Chester Bowles on silence. It reflects on free speech, Nehru’s dinner anecdote, and a few borrowed comments on economics and society.
The narrator notes bright orange scaffolding rising on the court house roof as Earl Wood’s crew progresses. Ralph Hesseltine recalls wartime construction on Oahu for the Navy and other agencies, contrasting that work with the current gym and court house project.
Charles M McCann reports Indochina worsens as Southern Viet Nam rebels clash with Premier Diem amid North Vietnamese backing. Refugee protests echo discontent and Laos and Cambodia spillover fears rise as Ho Chi Minh eyes unified rule. US concerns grow with anti American violence and rebel broadcasts.
Virginia Dare daughter of Mr and Mrs George Dare serves as a waitress aboard the S S N American cruise ship operating on the Great Lakes from Chicago to Buffalo with charter trips to Holland Michigan and Lake Michigan island calls. She recently phoned home from the ship and noted tulip festival memories and a Better Homes and Gardens article about the cruises.
Joe Park, about 88, long resident of Hoopeston Illinois, writes of declining mobility and memories from his hometown. He describes bird houses, Lake Darling work, and garden summers while reflecting on water softening debates and personal health as he scans life in his final years.
At the Chicago summer furniture market buyers praised an English style air cooled easy chair by Shaw Manufacturing Co that cools the sitter with a concealed motor and adjustable speed. Other gadgets include a television bed with refreshment tray and outlets and modular tables and storage pieces from Knoll Drake and Cavalier.
Eighty-two county 4-H members report baby beef projects feeding out 119 beeves, the largest group ever, with 85 total animals including 17 junior cattle feeders. Swine, dairy, sheep and beef classes follow with numerous market and purebred projects across 4-H members.
A group of teachers and counselors discuss goals and obstacles in partnering with parents to aid youths. Time constraints and uncertain parent reactions hinder engagement, while some favor parent group use to improve communication. trust and mutual support are highlighted as key to helping children grow.
Ma Qouketa considers disposing of its former police station with bidding now at eight thousand dollars. The auction process seeks a high bid from interested buyers for the aging facility.
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