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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1962
Page
5
An editorial argues that the profit system sustains high living standards and outperforms socialism. It contends socialist models fail even in small units and national attempts, noting abuses exist but are no worse than in other systems while profits motivate most people.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette notes Americans spend more on dog food annually than on many other goods while dog control fees rise. It cites Omaha figures showing first pickup at 10 dollars, second offenses 15, and third 20, reflecting enforcement as key to reducing loose-dog problems.
The column argues the United States must resume atomic tests to avoid falling behind Russia. It contends uncommitted nations watch carefully, fearing Russian superiority, while Russia rejects future inspection deals and may gain leverage over the world. It also cites farm bill context with quotations from Hesiod and Swift on farming and government.
The message urges repentance and faith, stressing God’s grace and mercy. It emphasizes that even a sinner can find hope by turning to a gracious Father who does not abandon those who return.
A warm weather report notes a quiet ice cream revolution led by soft serve. It describes a shift from hard ice cream sold in shops to family packs in supermarkets and mobile bell ringer trucks delivering cones and shakes. Sales grew from 17 million in the 1950s to 120 million by 1961.
In a six spade grand slam, South exhausts all entries to force distribution clues. He reasons from diamond and club ruffs to deduce West's two hearts and East's five hearts, then applies a heart finesse with odds of 5 to 2 that East holds the queen of hearts and makes the slam.
A medical column explains how delayed thyroid development causes slow growth, mental retardation, and physical changes in Billy. After early diagnosis and daily thyroid hormone, Billy shows faster growth and normal speech, though IQ potential depends on early treatment.
A reader appeals for honey based cooking ideas and mutton recipes while sharing quick twists like tomato juice sourkraut cocktail and a strong coffee cake. Includes Southern Favorite Cake with walnut and maple flavors and a caramel frosting method for layered cake.
Inland states without iodine rely on iodized salt for daily needs. Sprinkle on food for wellness instead of superstitions. Copyright 1958 King Features.
George Romney told an industry gathering at De Paul University in Indiana that big labor is overly powerful and should be curbed, inviting opposition from union leaders in Michigan. He argues labor monopoly, like industry, should face tighter checks and that political activity by economic groups is wrong. The remarks echo past Taft battles and signal a mounting union power debate.
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