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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1968
Page
4
Editorial note reflects on Genesis inspiration and the idea that success rests on initial effort. A tongue in cheek line about modern prices follows, and a remark asserts that resisting crime begins with not tolerating it.
A columnist recalls feeling the 1968 Iowa earthquake and notes half the nearby workers felt it while others doubted or lied about sensing it. The epicenter was likely southern Illinois near St. Louis, with minor local damage and lasting memory as years pass. The piece then shifts to a reminiscence of a 1936 blizzard, asserting such storms are no longer common.
The Internal Revenue Service will test color coded income tax forms next year to highlight common trouble spots that cause about eight million errors annually. Other federal notes include a $40,000 Cornell grant for a two year time use study, and forecasts of vehicle growth to 18 million more by 1975.
A light quiz column by L. M. Boyd on courtship, wit, and daily affection. It mixes anecdotes about a New Jersey judge setting a limit of ten daylight kisses, comments on male habits, and humorous asides about fashion, animals, and famous books.
In a seven notrump contract West leads clubs and the declarer aims to locate the queen of diamonds. By cashing A Q J of clubs and A K Q of hearts, the declarer deduces East holds the queen with an eight to six odds and executes a ten of diamonds finesse. The grand slam is made as an educated guess.
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