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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1969
Page
4
The column recalls a biblical call to duty, contrasts bank disclosures with customer privacy, and recounts a barber quip about becoming a man before shaving. It notes mixed views on commencement addresses and judges a Grinnell College nudity protest, urging a softer appellate outcome.
A jumble of reader items covers quirky claims about science and history, comments on national symbols at auto races, education queries, word play, redhead stereotypes, and a Viet Nam era math puzzle. The note closes with a rapid reply on the cost of raising a child to 18.
Tom Logan delivers a 1969 commencement address arguing that student radicals mirror a broader restlessness in society. He contrasts violent rebellion with the democratic process, urging involvement, education, and constructive change to build a better world.
An article recounts a 1967 world championship match between Thailand and Venezuela. It details a Diamond opening, a double, and a missed four heart invitation by South at one table, contrasted with another table where South correctly reached game in hearts. The piece highlights how misreading bidding can cost a game and notes South’s stronger play at the second table.
Dear Abby column voices concern over married man rekindling an old affair and the wife’s jealousy while advising honesty and commitment. Letters from readers discuss wedding party roles for musicians and dating dilemmas about first-date kisses with pragmatic, period-tone guidance.
Mrs. D H Watson reports Mr and Mrs Jim Fleig of Columbus overnighted with Mr and Mrs Paul McClinic in Rubio while other local families from Washington and Olney Ill visited or called at homes of friends. The item lists several travels and social calls among area residents.
Jo Ann Long hosted the Clay Club gathering on Wednesday afternoon with twelve members and one guest. Mary Walcott organized the entertainment. The Morgan reunion convened Sunday at Rubio Hall, with attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Watson visiting in Lancaster, California.
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