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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1969
Page
4
An editorial note reflects on access to God through Jesus Christ citing I Timothy 2 5. The author recalls tracing a path two miles of plowed ground to reach a farm and receiving permission to drive back in. The narrator and Ray promise and honor an annual gift to the farmer for the favor.
Mr and Mrs George Dare woke to a two hour clock error after both advanced their bedroom clocks for daylight saving time. They found themselves alone in Sunday School and realized the kitchen clock was also set ahead, but they still managed to attend early church.
A note from Ottumwa recalls E-2 Richard Deaton leaving for army duty, while his parents bid farewell and the Thrapps misplace car keys prompting a quick repair. A Washington County mushroom spot story details long-term hunting, a hostile new landowner, and the loss of access after 15 years. A reform-minded letter condemns cat declawing, comparing it to removing nails and urging humane treatment.
A summary of recent social and civic happenings in Washington includes visits by local residents to Boston and Cape Cod, music and choral events at the University of Iowa, a Dairy Heifer awards banquet in Cedar Rapids, and a focus on National Music Week. Local bids and community milestones feature a flag pole dedication, Rotary conventions, a new Montgomery Ward store opening, and I and I league results. The period also notes the armoured farm fire near Washington and multiple community activities from schools, clubs, and churches.
Dr. Melvin Gingerich and Mrs. Gingerich on an extended tour of South America Africa and the Far East recount impressions from Ghana Nigeria Congo Uganda Tanzania Kenya Ethiopia Chad and Burundi. He notes Africa on the move embracing nationalism and potential many want to experiment with suitable systems while sub Sahara remains under developed and climate and people prove welcoming. They praise Teachers Abroad Program TAP and Peace Corps as American contributions and admire long serving missionaries though tribal rivalries and regional cooperation pose future challenges.
Construction has begun on several Riverside homes including the Wieland Schnoe and Veggy projects. Nearby, Opal Stransky reports her husband Tony is improving after transfer to Pines Rest Home. Cynthia Jean Hardy born at Mercy Hospital. grandparents named. Social events featured showers and prizes at Riverside community buildings.
In a Becker analysis of a Masters' event, the dealer South faces a spade lead. The piece argues hold-up must have a clear purpose, not be used opportunistically, and should be abandoned if it risks attack elsewhere.
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa lists its staff editors and departments and describes publication times and associations. It notes wartime style details and typical newspaper masthead information including editors business manager and advertising to reflect its period identity.
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