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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1963
Page
12
The piece argues suffering is eclipsed by future glory and mocks the Mets rise due to New York advantages. It contrasts presidential programing with Iowa governance, urging the governor to present specific proposals and accept responsibility.
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled a traffic court case unconstitutional, holding that a Negro defendant denied equal protection by being forced to sit in the white section. The decision signals fewer racial convictions in the South as segregated courts are deemed not courts at all.
A detailed portrait of Argentina as political strife continues after Peron's overthrow. The piece contrasts Buenos Aires beauty with a restless populace, highlighting economic stagnation, mass emigration, and a split military between Blue and Red factions. It notes President Guido and the tug between Peronistas and republican forces.
Iowa's population estimate on July 1 1962 stands at 2,781,400, a decline of 450 from a year earlier. Des Moines leads with 213,500 residents followed by Cedar Rapids 96,200 and Davenport 91,400. Polk County remains the most populous with 274,700, while city and county shifts reflect modest gains in Cedar Rapids Sioux City and Davenport.
A column recalls wren sightings and nest scouting, then details of rose bloom timing asparagus and rhubarb growth, fruit bushes and pine trees set for future Christmas sales. Ted Pratt plants 3500 pines near the home. weather delays siding and a housekeeping tip for stainless steel kettles ends with Marge signing off.
In a Becker bridge column, Sylvia treats points as tricks and opens spades. She aims for a spade led slam, reaches twelve tricks despite overcalls and a double, then survives a final trump on a heart lead as her play reveals unorthodox counting.
Keota residents enjoyed a Pixie Paradise themed Junior-Senior banquet and prom with pastel nut cups and pixie decorations. Gary Vincent directed, Bonnie Greiner welcomed, Bonnie Harras responded, and Ron Greiner delivered the senior history while Mary Lou Sieren read the senior will. Special spring music was provided by Mrs. David Kruse.
Farmers who lost major buildings in the late April wind storm in southern Washington and northern Henry and Jefferson counties are urged to study replacement options. Washington County Extension Director Jim Frier notes county offices hold many building plans and layout guidance to save money. Overhead grain storage cribs and flat storage with augers are rising in use. Barn designs emphasize pole or frame structures with ground level hay storage. Plans and guidance are available at the extension office.
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