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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1972
Page
4
A column from the Washington Iowa edition includes religious quotes from Daniel 7 14 and a reflection on the enduring nature of gods kingdom. It asks readers if they are in it and offers a light moral prompt about kindness to friends. A snarky calendar quip labels Thursday as Low Dudgeon Day.
The National Park Service U S Forest Service and the Sierra Club say no documented animal deaths from discarded instant film residues. Tests by Polaroid show the negative tabs are non toxic and harmless though littering remains uns acceptable.
The Iowa Legislature passed a controversial unified court bill by a narrow Senate vote and a wide House majority, replacing lower courts with magistrates under district courts. Critics note flaws such as appeals from nonrecord cases. changes can be made before the July 1 1973 effective date if signed by Governor Ray. Supporters credit Rep. Pelton and Knoke and the conference panel led by Senator Riley for navigating a tough compromise. The measure is praised as the most sensible court reform since 1962.
Fragmented snippets describe color illusion in clothing, shark myths around Ceylon, a Brooklands taxi plane, quotes from George Moore and Bernice Connor, and gendered impressions of daily life. The piece blends curiosities, anecdotes, and social commentary from an early 20th century viewpoint.
A collage of quirky notes includes hints on relationships to ovens and bases, the cost of London Bridge moved to Arizona, and a tractor ad in a British newspaper. It also mentions California aqueduct costs, Pocat taligo in South Carolina with Gullah origins, and a turtle’s movement reply.
Local newspaper information lists publication details at 111 North Marion Ave. Washington Iowa with staff roles including David Elder as president and editor, William Shannon as vice president and advertising director, and Charles Morris as managing editor. Circulation rates show 50 cents weekly by carrier in Washington, 40 cents in surrounding towns, and annual mail rates ranging from 6 to 15 dollars within Iowa and higher elsewhere.
UPI analysis traces Argentina's 1971 woes to the 1946 Peron era. After decades of economic decline and a strong labor movement, political instability and urban guerrilla violence grew. Two paths emerge: negotiate with Peron in exile or move toward elections in 1973 with civilian rule and Justicialist participation.
In four spades with opening lead of queen of hearts, declarer ducks, draws trumps, and reaches jack of diamonds. West wins with ace, shifts to clubs, and a club finesse is indicated after analyzing bidding. East cannot hold king of clubs, so the finesse wins. note West baited the trap by winning the diamond jack with the ace.
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