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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1971
Page
4
A Washington LA Evening Journal editorial reflects on how God judges beyond appearances. It cites I Samuel 16 7 and notes that human credit is limited by insight and motive. The piece contrasts divine judgment with human judgment and closes with a humorous line about a bathroom door.
The United States faces a persistent doctor shortage, mainly in nonmetropolitan areas, but immigration provides limited relief. In fiscal 1970, 3155 physicians and surgeons immigrated, 15 percent more than 1969, including 643 from Europe and 769 from the Philippines.
Ames Tribune notes an attorney general opinion allows using primary road funds for other state salaries. The piece argues the Iowa Highway Commission faces potential raids as fuel taxes and fees support highways and patrols, raising questions about funding stability and possible diversions beyond construction and maintenance.
A May 11 1971 Washington Iowa Evening Journal item reports local events and notices from the day. The record notes community happenings including civic updates and brief notes of interest affecting residents.
Des Moines Iowa utilities may be asked to pay more to upgrade the operations of the state's commerce commission. Commissioner elect Maurice Van Nostrand urged lifting limits on the revolving fund and argued better funding is needed to hire competent staff and improve morale and efficiency.
Iowa marks the 50th anniversary of Pine Lake State Park begun as Eldora Pine Creek State Park in Hardin County. The event on May 23 features free pontoon rides on Upper Pine Lake, a formal program at 2 p.m., and exhibits by the Eldora Chamber of Commerce with visiting officials.
A collage of Q and A humor and curiosities discusses daily life topics. It notes Rain deserts education job trends and hotel chaplain services. It also recounts a Chicago surgeon Gatewood and a Unknown Soldier widow fund fundraiser mystery. The piece ends with a quiz on U.S. cities lacking major rivers.
Bridge column fragment notes contract play with partial lines and unclear endings. No clear names, dates, or outcomes. Likely a hobby column snippet focusing on bidding and play guidance.
A chesslike bridge bidding sequence by Robert and James Sharples demonstrates a sound grand slam. The partners reveal suits through natural bids, conclude no Blackwood, and reach seven clubs with 83 high-card points, showing precise information exchange and lead to a successful grand slam.
East Germany sees higher divorces as women join work and study, challenging traditional roles. Experts say employed wives feel less need for husbands, while men face inferiority complexes. a new Spee soap box with a liberated image sparked public debate.
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