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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1969
Page
4
The Washington Evening Journal weighs street surfacing choices between black top and concrete, noting holes, repair costs, and ongoing improvements. It also recalls the 1950 arrival of U S troops in Vietnam and links it to today’s draft eligibility as the troop level remains about 540,000.
In a famous bridge hand, A Hutchinson held the South cards and, facing five spades doubled, outplayed West to prevent two spades and a club loss. By ruffing hearts, ruffing diamonds, and a precise sequence, he eliminated trump tricks and completed the contract. The deft plays included a key overruff in dummy and careful club and diamond maneuvers.
UPI analysis notes British PM Harold Wilson failed to broker peace in Nigeria as Biafra leader Odumegu Ojukwu snubbed talks. The war continues with millions dead, amid shifts in arms support among Britain, France, Russia, and the United States.
Keota Community School holds Baccalaureate on Sunday May 25 at 8 PM in the Elementary gym. Rita Pierce leads processional, Rev. Barker gives invocation, mixed chorus performs. Sermon by Father Henry J. Greiner with theme The Impossible Dream. Commencement on Tuesday May 27 at 8 PM at the Elementary school with Rev. Grice invocation and speakers, including Rev. Robert J. Welch. Awards, diplomas, and honors to be presented by school officials. ushers Linda Lutz and Mike Geil assist.
A collage of readers seeking Abby's counsel on spy-like partners, visiting relatives, and hidden paternity. Advice urges open dialogue, warns against deceit, and highlights family impact. A teen recalls Abby’s words leading to reconciliation with a mother. A Kansas caller warns about federal bird protections and local gunfire.
On the record list numerous vehicle entries including Wesley A. Freel Bridgestone Motorcycle Elmer J. Wulf BSA Motorcycle Lyle Eugene Godfrey Pontiac August or Marietta Dickman Plymouth Ronald or Bonnie Bender Ford Larry LaVerne Keesey Ford Truck Marion A. Crockett Ford Robert Charles Friese Ford Truck Everett Lester Slaughter Bridgestone Motorcycle Erwin Wulf Maynard or Bernice Strabala Plymouth Dot or Joe Bauer Pontiac.
A collection of quirky notes and opinions from Roseville California to Sacramento about social trends. Items include a dubious history of mass mating in Vladimir, a jokes section on blondes and balding, and letters on tax refunds, hairpieces, and reckless behavior. Also mentions Nebraska traffic lore and a tongue in cheek look at moral questions.
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