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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1968

Page

4

Daily Excerpts and Reflections on Modern Life

A collage of thoughts on religion and ethics, art censorship, and environmental harm. It notes Matthew 6 33’s guidance, cautions about labeling, mocks political sensationalism at an Iowa art exhibit, praises notable photo displays, and warns that pesticides contaminate marine life, showing pollution’s global reach and its threat to humanity.

Free Speech Privilege for Congressmen

A newspaper note explains that lawmakers enjoy absolute privilege in debates, shielding them from defamation suits and even criminal charges based on their official statements, illustrating the broad protection given to members of Congress.

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Freedom of Speech in Congress and Voter Check

A 1968 ABA note discusses congressional speech protections and limits. It cites free debate as essential, notes immunity ends outside Congress, and highlights voter action at the next election as a key restraint on misdeeds.

Trapped by a Boss Lover Faces Life Behind Closed Doors

Dear Abby advises a woman trapped by a married boss who funds her lifestyle to quit the affair and find independent work. A college student worries about her father’s late-evening disappearances. Abby answers privacy is fine but not a safety concern, urging acceptance of his independence.

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Iowa clashes over House role in presidential tie

Iowa Republicans and Democrats weigh an unusual incentive in this year’s congressional races the possibility that the House of Representatives could select the president if no electoral majority emerges With seven Iowa seats four won by one party would control the state delegation and thus sway the outcome while GOP leaders say a 50 50 chance exists of the House being called upon to decide the presidency.

DES Moines IDPA Iowa House of Representatives George Wallace House Gerald Ford Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium

What Job holders Get Most Heart Attacks

Question answer column by L. M. Boyd lists occupations with high heart attack rates as physicians bartenders and barbers. It also includes brief Q A exchanges on varied topics from August divorce rates to radar history and seasickness.

Declarer chooses ace over jack in bridge grand slam line

In a Becker instructive hand South, facing a heart lead, tests distribution guesses to limit diamonds. After strategic ruffing and a key diamond play, the ace over jack on a critical diamond decides the slam, trapping East and guiding the long run success through probabilistic play.

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