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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1973
Page
4
The page combines a religious reflection on resurrection with a Tolstoy quote and a fiscal forecast. It discusses the difference between net income and gross spending amid prices, warns that a $100 million balance may shrink, and argues for annual budget planning to avoid erratic tax and program changes during the General Assembly cycle.
A note about an August 26 1972 Journal front page declares dramatic green ink headline Rain Is Beautiful The Drought Is Broken. Also highlights an art show at the Washington Public Library featuring eight high school seniors mentored by Carlton Bump with paintings graphics and student jewelry on display.
The Cherokee Daily Times recalls earlier debates on annual versus biennial sessions while noting budget planning relies on a two year cycle. State Comptroller Marvin Selden increased the projected unencumbered balance for June 30 from 48.8 million to 88.5 million amid shifting revenue forecasts.
Letters to the Journal recount a high school choir tour through Illinois and Indiana. Students praise the educational value and enjoyability while director Robert Youngquist is lauded for meticulous planning and scheduling.
A public service feature by Will Bernard explains how the Constitution comes alive in everyday court proceedings. The piece highlights the Sixth, Fifth, Fourth and Seventh Amendments in action and urges education over obscurity as Justice Holmes urged.
Letter from Rodney B. Woods in Washington Iowa discusses government warnings on pollution poisoned food and cigarettes and urges moral reform. He cites Romans 6 32 and asks readers to pray for leaders to restore a nation under God. Published by Elder Shannon & Co Inc with staff and subscription details.
A bridge problem shows declarer misplays the opening heart lead and loses a slam. South wins in hand, cannot cash spades due to no entry, while a better line in dummy with a heart and club sequence would establish spades. The note emphasizes ordinary accuracy over flashy techniques. Tomorrow: The overcall.
L M Boyd notes Brussels as an infidelity hub amid rumors of expat secretaries and a headquarters for common market operations. He riffs on public curiosities, from lectures on hearing to oysters with many pearls, plus humorous Q A on slot cheats and body image.
Dear Abby columns reveal two domestic dilemmas about a husband who insists on performing on the mouth organ and a privacy clash over mail. The advisory responses suggest urging practice for brevity and considering a Post Office box to restore privacy.
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