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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1972
Page
4
A Washington Iowa reader praises a newspaper editorial on surveys. Ainsworth Iowa residents criticize stray dogs endangering children and wildlife and demand stricter enforcement. Letters also debate cinema standards with praise for Summer of 42 and objection to XXX ads at local theaters.
On May 1, 1972, UPI notes Taurus birthdays such as Cecilia Beaux born 1863. History marks include 1873 penny post cards first sold, 1884 Chicago skyscraper work, 1931 Empire State Building dedication, and 1964 LBJ predicting a female U S chief executive. A quote from Gen Kenneth Claiborne Royal closes.
The Washington Event Journal lists subscription prices for carriers and mail, with rates in Washington and surrounding areas. Rates include 50 cents weekly in Washington, 40 cents in nearby towns, 12 dollars yearly by mail in Iowa, 15 dollars for Washington route, and 14 dollars yearly outside Iowa, with six month options.
Dear Abby letters praise childbirth education classes at local centers including a hospital tour and Lamaze option. Readers cite reduced anxiety, husband participation, and healthier outcomes for mother and baby while urging availability of free courses through doctors and community programs.
A fragment discusses contract bridge play in a 1951 Naples world championship match between U S teams and Italian players. It highlights defense by Crawford and others, noting a ninth trick and the importance of declarer decisions amid complex bidding and suit play.
A brief devotional note echoes Genesis 2 7 about God forming man into a living soul. It encourages readers to trust in Christ and return to God through faith and contemplation.
Mrs. Freese receives gifts and birthday wishes at a Wayland event hosted by pastor's wife Mrs. Ezra Wittmer. The meeting led by Mrs. Duane Alliman included a Romans Bible study, sewing work for the Jack Manly family, and plans for a Mother Daughter banquet.
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