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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1972
Page
4
A 1972 editorial features a Thought for Today quote reflecting on calamity and perseverance with psalmist sentiment, then a Thomas Jefferson remark on press freedom. The piece connects personal resilience through faith and friendship to the broader ideal that liberty rests on free press.
The author praises October in Iowa as a favorite month with clear days and mild warmth signaling approaching winter. They note temperate weather contrasts with other states, reflect on seasonal value, and argue Iowans understand weather's impact on life whether farming or not.
The U S Senate backed a federal crime victims program with grants to states covering 75 percent of costs for state plans, up to 50000 for medical, loss of earnings, and funeral expenses. Intervenors receive larger sums, while concerns about fraud, recovery, and insurance exist.
A Washington shopper recounts being falsely accused of shoplifting and laments the harm to character. The editor notes that honest mistakes by store personnel occur, urges an immediate public apology, and urges readers not to dismiss Washington due to a single unhappy incident.
The item notes October 2, 1972 as a notable date with historical events from 1780 to 1968 and mentions Moore Gandhi's birth. It also reports a San Francisco arson spree targeting parked cars, described as vandalism driven by apparent hatred for automobiles. The piece lists publication details and subscription info for the Daily Press Association.
Richland activities include W C T U meetings with eight members and a guest, Daughters of Ruth report on Least Coin, and Cub Scout discussions led by Nordyke. Women clubs hold Sept events, with October plans for hostesses and programs, plus a 4-H club notice and a newborn in Rubio area.
In the Olympiad final board 21 North South Italy vs United States reached six clubs. Forquet and Garozzo led to a heart contract with a successful slam for Italy and a 1370 point score for the U S in the other. A spade lead or double might have altered the result, but both sides passed six clubs.
A column notes a vigilante squad in Los Angeles formed by outraged women to track down unprosecuted rapists. They plan to shave the culprits' heads and post photos around town. The piece blends oblique social commentary with unrelated stray lines and editorials from LM Boyd.
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