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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1977
Page
3
The piece cites Matthew 19:22 about a young man’s sorrow for his wealth and argues that true discipleship requires prioritizing people over possessions, condemning worldly attachment as incompatible with Christ’s call.
A gardener records a weekend planting of eight by three feet of tomatoes and two large patio pots. The writer notes late availability of hybrid varieties, a record harvest of five tomatoes in four days, and a lighthearted mystery about unlabeled fruit. Also recounted is Bacon White’s parachute memory from the 1930s air show with a near accident but no serious injuries.
A university bulletin board joke about footwear and meals contrasts with a tax form acknowledgment from the Internal Revenue Office. A letter to Treasury declines joining income tax, citing club memberships. Juanita Kreps denies hiring only women, saying personnel staff should hire men in more than token numbers.
The Odd Column collects quips and tales from history and politics. It recalls Diogenes in Paris London and New York while weaving jokes about con games and birthdays. It notes a Rhode Island pig anecdote linked to War of 1812 voting and a bridge foursome quip about identity.
West must decide on the correct continuation after leading the king of diamonds. The analysis shows that unless partner has the king of hearts, beating the contract is unlikely, so a heart lead is suggested to cover East with the doubleton king. East plays king, South deuce, East jack, South eight, with careful play leading to ten tricks.
L M Boyd reflects on prejudice toward male secretaries and social biases, includes quirky trivia like the strongest creature and liver lore. The piece blends humorous Q A segments with health and animal facts, ending with a note on an elderly ordinance in Pocatello and a 1977 copyright notice.
Abigail Van Buren answers readers on a conflicted Alaska marriage, a hopeful airline career, and a 12 year old cooking insight. She advises psychological antidotes, airline regulations, and early domestic skills to prepare youth for adulthood.
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