Editorial Reflections on Modern Life and Classic Tech
A reader letter section surveys modern moral precepts and economic wisdom, weighing the costs of modest living against rapid change. It ponders centennial celebrations, nostalgia for the Model T, the DC3, and the Volkswagen, and argues a simple, reliable product model yields long-term success. It also notes a pilot use of helicopters to frost-protect orchards as a cheaper, cleaner alternative to wind machines.
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Volkswagen
Marvin Miller
University of California In
Riverside
Citizens urge preservation of Washington city hall
A letter to the Journal from College Park Maryland expresses regret over plans to replace the Washington city hall. The author recalls admiring the building during travels in Africa and Nigeria, and urges restoration for motorists and future generations, hoping to return to Iowa and continue preserving the community landmark.
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Washington City Hall
City Hall
Washington
Destiny
Rain Forest
Iowa
Dramatic 1947 Vanderbilt Hand Ends in Grand Slam Down
The final hand of a 36 board semifinal match saw Dornbusch of the West team risk a grand slam after a club lead. He won the hearts finesse but failed to guard a trump, going down one and costing his team 2310 points and the match. The hand is famed for risky play and misjudged safety.
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Vanderbilt
Champiship
Dick Frey
South
Jer Dornbusch
Dornbusch
Ber
East
Dorn- Dusch
Ace of Hearts
West
Lost is Our Old Simplicity of Times and Law
LM Boyd notes a mix of curious, often humorous quotes and questions about crime, marriage trends, and social norms. He cites opinions on hard crimes to solve like murder, mentions government training in Las Vegas for casino dealers, and observes shifts in marriage expectations and spending during rest and recreation.
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Las Vegas
Nev
Dear Abby style household and social friction letters
A column features two letters about marriage strain and social costs. A wife confronts a husband who dated a former lover, urging a choice or separation. A widow asks if hostess fees at a party are proper, learning Dutch treat should be agreed in advance.
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Abby
Tome
Denmark
Almanac note for March 6, 1972 day in history
The entry marks March 6 as the 66th day of 1972 with Jupiter as a morning star and Mercury Venus Mars Saturn as evening stars. It notes Pisces birthdays, Elizabeth Barrett Browning born 1806, the Alamo siege ending in 1836, the Dred Scott decision of 1857, King Paul of Greece’s death in 1964, and Prince Constantine succeeding him.
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United Press International
Jupiter
Mercury
Venus
Mars
Saturn
Elizabeth Barrett Browning
San Antonio
Texas
Davy Crockett
U.S. Supreme Court
Landard Dred Scott
Scott
King Paul of
Greece
Prince Constantine
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