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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1963
Page
4
The Washington Evening Journal carries editorials and a light anecdote from 1963. It notes President Kennedy's stance on a wheat program, Freeman's firm position, and the political calculus of farm votes, then recalls Kent Klopfenstein, a former Journal delivery boy honored academically, ending with a quip about customer service on a paper route.
Student Council of Washington Junior High asks for sponsor support to stage a nationwide bell ringing at 2 00 p m Eastern Daylight Time for four minutes on July 4. The plan, reported in This Week, aims to boost patriotism and citizenship, with state wide coordination from junior high councils and city leaders.
A distorted 1776 letter by John Adams to Abigail Adams predicts a nationwide festival with pomp and bells. The text claims 1963 and later marks will toll bells for four minutes at 2:00 PM EDT, with broadcasts and a Declaration reading to follow. The Southeast District Iowa Association of Junior High School Student Councils backs the project.
In five hands the suggested opening leads are: 1 King of clubs, 2 eight of diamonds or king of clubs, 3 three of spades, 4 five of diamonds, 5 queen of hearts. The advice stresses estimating partner’s holdings and targeting defense with diamonds and trumps to maximize tricks.
Gov. Hughes signs liquor by the glass measure as critics push for discounts on case purchases to curb bootlegging. The liquor commission, led by Homer Adcock, weighs proposals affecting all buyers. Salaries for key state officials were raised but not as high as recommended, while pari mutuel dog and horse racing draws renewed interest for 1965. Virgil F. Dickeson, Sr. reports 45 000 annual capitol visitors, with 5 000 more expected, as tours highlight the governor’s office, Supreme Court, and chambers.
A reminiscence from Virginia about a simple bean soup and hot yeast biscuits, topped with chopped ripe tomatoes white onion and stuffed olives. The piece shifts to fond memories of family gatherings and shoes in days past, then describes red porch floors and newborn grandchildren, ending with a friendly sign off from Marge.
Mrs Cor delle Singleton and Mrs Bess Huber hosted a birthday supper for Mr Claude Holmes on Wednesday night at KROTA. Nearby visitors included Eugene Martin’s guests from Temple Texas and Des Moines. Community members joined in coffee gatherings and local events as listed with multiple engagements and travels.
On The Record lists deeds with transfers involving Kay ler land Nina Grout Clair W Grout Irvin E Grout and sections 2 9 3 7 7 7 34 787 Johnson County plus Washington County. Car listings include brands Chrysler Oldsmobile Chevrolet Rambler Mercury and Volkswagen with multiple individuals and dealers named.
Alumni banquet at the school gym drew 82 attendees with seniors introduced by Principal E Kelly Schlapkohl. Lt Kehoe of Washington to speak at Memorial Day services. pre-nuptial shower hosted for Kaye and Faye with 14 guests and blue decor. Wedding of Harold Brown Jr and Daniela Burgener in Kansas City noted. attendees returning home after candlelight ceremony.
Dave Wilson of Columbus Cotunity high school will attend Hawkeye Boys State at Camp Dodge on June 28. He was one of four junior boys nominated by the faculty and selected in a student election. His parents are Mr and Mrs Ralph Wilson of Shellbark Community southwest of here. Chapter CX P E D will entertain the senior girls of Columbus Community high school at a tea on Monday May 20 at 2 p.m. in the home of Mrs William Luckey. Mrs Lee Huston will head the program College lights. Mrs Donald Howell chapter President will be a delegate to the state convention at Sioux City June 21. Sessions will be at Morningside College Friday May 24, 1962.
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