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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1973
Page
7
Washington news digest notes a reflection on material wealth and true self. It cites Luke 12 15 and urges spiritual values over possessions while joking about Fayetteville Observer readers listing 278 uses for the paper, sharing selected entries such as alarm clock wrap and pillow for stargazing.
Iowa lawmakers consider shifting 15 million in sales tax revenue to the highway department with Democratic aid. The plan risks political backlash and raises questions about highway spending efficiency and the need for a gas tax increase to fund roads.
A reader argues against expulsion as a solution to Washington High School discipline. He urges teachers and parents to offer help, focus on causes, and boost vocational courses and student leadership to engage troubled students.
Dr Morenson urges households to stock a basic home medical chest including petroleum jelly gauze compresses tape Band Aids and thermometers plus nose drops cough syrups aspirin and baby aspirin Ipecac and a bathroom scale a keel and pectin based diarrhea remedy and allergy notes to manage common emergencies Read labels and keep supplies locked in dark containers for safety and readiness
March 5 1806 American lithographer James Ives of the Currier and Ives team was born. On this day in history 1770 British troops killed five civilians in the Boston Massacre 1953 Stalin died 1966 a British airliner crashed into Mt Fuji killing 124 aboard.
A letter from a Seattle fan recalls Hand No 30 in the 1963 Sweden vs United States world championship match. East passes after a club opening, South overcalls spades, Crawford doubles for takeout, and North supports with diamonds. The final result yields a score swing of 750 points to the U.S. as the East-West pair in three notrump loses.
Survey notes twice as many wives as husbands seek nightly outings and many working wives lead the suggestion. Portrait painters avoid female profiles. women prefer head on views in mirrors. Miscellany includes quirks about love, India lions, overweight risk, grasshopper eggs, baby confinement, and family sizes.
Abigail Van Buren letters discuss cruelty in hunting and a troubled marriage. A minister’s brutal deer hunting story provokes concern, while a 24 year old wife seeks guidance on a stifling, possessive husband with jealousy and control. Abby counsels counseling and communication.
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