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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1971

Page

4

Praise and prudence shape a thoughtful life

In an editorial note from the WashingtonIA Evening Journal, May 7 1971 contributors reflect on praise, reserve, and mutual respect. A quip from Ottumwa Courier notes a Wichita student and a Baxter Springs classmate who endured a 75 plus hour Monopoly marathon in a Topeka radio window, highlighting humor amid trying times.

Pro-Police Campaign urged to boost respect for officers

The Creston News Advertiser cites editorials urging a statewide effort to improve the image of police, arguing that understanding and appreciation of officers’ work enhances public safety amid media portrayals. It notes snickers at a high school musical and calls for positive efforts to support law and order locally.

Creston High School

Iowa Planning Commissions Spur Regional Growth Across Cities

Des Moines region officials recount widespread use of planning commissions in about 430 towns and counties. Projects include Keokuk redevelopment, Cedar Falls Main Street mall, and regional schemes guiding transportation, water, and zoning with federal funds.

Des Moines Towa Bill McLaughlin Bureau On McLaughlin Division of Municipal Affairs Iowa Keokuk Cedar Falls Main Street Carroll Mason City Robert Whitson Basic Freedoms Clifford Pratt CIRPC Polk Marion di Jas Central Iowa Davenport - Rock Island Moline Dubuque East Dubuque Council Bluffs Omha Sioux City Dakota County Neb Union County S. D Cedar Rapids Waterloo Suazti Prall Policy Transportation Committee Polk County Board of Supervisors Regional Planning Commission Transportation Plan Transportation Policy Committee

Pepperettes 4-H club to meet Saturday in Ainsworth

The Pepper Ettes 4-H club of Ainsworth will meet Saturday at 1 30 p m at Jill Roberts home. Roll call will be answered with Family Activity We All Enjoy. Also notes on recent family activities appear in local society mention.

Sly C. A. Thompoux Ainsworth Pepper Ettes Jill Roberts Robert Stirling Columbus Junction Duane White Willard McCracken Elmer Wenger University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls Men’s Glee Club Jim Wenger

Mastering dummy reversal in contract bridge plays

The article presents bidding-based strategies for declarer play in bridge. It explains a dummy reversal approach, where the declarer uses dummy position logic to guide ruffing and discarding, and details lines to secure a slam by controlling tricks and timing.

Richland Alumni Banquet Set for May 28 in Gym

The 1971 Richland Alumni Banquet will be held May 28 at 7 p m in the Richland Elementary center gym. Guest speaker will be Allen Morgan, a former Richland High graduate from Birmingham Michigan. Officiating officers include Keith Leppert president Ray Maorer vice president and Mrs Don Niece secretary treasurer. Dinner costs $2.00 per plate with 75 cent dues. Reservations due by noon May 27, to Mrs Don Niece or Mrs Jr Snyder.

Richland Allen Morgan Richland High School Birmingham Michigan Keith Leppert Ray Maorer Don Niece Howard J. Snyder Jr Jr. Snyder Connie Elmore Raymond Derby Falco Fairfield Massey Ferguson Des Moines Sec

Quirky Q and A Snippets From a Magazine Page

A collage of light trivia and odd facts covers love, marriage, and behavior. It notes dating tips, miniskirt handwriting quirks, road trip cafe cues, and a Las Vegas showgirl ideal. Questions and quick answers touch on rhinos, presidents, and car buyers.

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