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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1966
Page
4
The column presents a devotional meditation on Matthew 4 3 about Satan tempting Jesus. It argues that while man lives by bread he must also live by forgiveness presence and eternal life to live abundantly. It frames forgiveness and faith as essential to a full life.
The Bill Helscher family lived in Washington nine years and Cal Wolf felt they looked familiar. They hosted Iowa State chorus members, revealing both had been Iowa State University marching band members—Bill as drum major and Cal as vocalist with instrumental background. A playful remark about a scratched cheek followed, then a humorous oil wealth tale and a quip about the pompous traveler with a fifty-dollar bill.
The March 19 1966 Evening Journal notes Irish garb humor and family moments. A 15 year old green necktie recalls St Patrick's Day rituals while Bill Wilson lends a bright green coat to John Winga Sr. and Emmett Kelly Schlapkohl shares limited Irish pride. A toddler delights in cheek pinches, a missionary jokes about marriage among Indians, and quips loop through quotes from local papers.
UPI reports $27 million yearly US spend on Antarctica as scientists, Navy, and researchers push a future of research bases, mineral speculation, and potential air travel links. Proponents argue Antarctica holds key science, minerals, and a potential 24 hour air operation to connect continents.
Washington area notes report Independence tournament attendees and guests from Detroit Lakes. Donnell s ordination service attendees include Yousling and Burham family members. Washington Y s Men helped Moline celebrate its 20th anniversary, mirroring a visit 20 years prior. John Winga Jr returns home from MSU for a short vacation with brother Edward. both will return after Easter. District board elections elect Marion George president, Richard Stewart reappointed, Frank Kos reappointed treasurer. Red Cross drive chairwoman Lois Loveless announces $8000 goal at Atchison Shoe Store. Several students and staff featured in local education and public service events across the county.
In a four spades contract with East lead of diamonds, declarer wins with the ace, cashes hearts, and discards a diamond. A misstep by leading clubs at trick four threatens a trump loss, but with foresight to ruff a heart at trick four and then ruff a club in dummy, the player saves the contract. The proper sequence yields five spades and eight seven when later cards fall, enabling the contract to make.
Des Moines reports Wallace’s Farm Poll of 501 Iowa farm people shows 12 percent strongly approve and 46 percent mildly approve of President Johnson’s Washington job, with 9 percent strongly disapprove and 14 percent mildly disapprove. Neutral or undecided total 19 percent.
Local notes from Kalona detail a quilting party hosted by Mrs. Morris Swartzendruber with guests including Mrs. Paul D. Miller and family, and Loren Swartzendruber staying overnight with Firman Gingerich. Multiple Sunday dinners and visits across area residents are listed along with attendees at various gatherings. Susan Hartzler departs for Citizenship Seminar in Washington and New York.
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