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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1969
Page
4
Washington Evening Journal reflects on lasting honor from God, notes aging and cash value of fun, and ponders a teen to adult shift. It cites Life Insurance Institute predicting the seventies will see more infants and grandparents, a baby boom possible, fewer teens, and a longer view of family growth.
German insurers and psychologists report that men who kiss their wives goodbye show better mood and safer driving.Kissing husbands are claimed to live five years longer, though the piece notes correlation may reflect overall happiness. The Commentator urges further study on couple dynamics.
Atty Gen Richard C Turner sues in Des Moines contending a governor may veto a specific item in an appropriation bill rather than a general provision. Drake Law Review notes courts restrict veto to items. Iowa 1929 decision could hinder Turner. The case analyzes how to indicate a partial veto on the bill and cites highway district engineer relocation ban as contested.
Local page item notes the Washington Iowa newspaper edition dated Monday October 6 1969. Brief notices and short data snippet capture daily happenings and community updates while listing page and section identifiers for the issue.
Mrs Don Bishop Sr is listed as a surgical patient at Washington County Hospital. Mrs Willard Rice fills post office duties until she can return to work. The piece also notes weekend visits and family dinners in Menden Missouri and Polaski with several local residents named.
Members of the Washington County Republican Central Committee will hold a meeting at the courthouse on Tuesday at 7 30 p m. The meeting was called by chairman William Perdock.
A column surveys social rankings and quirky facts comparing professions and traits, noting Memphis as quietest city of its size. It jokes about names and missing persons trends among genders, wedding kiss counts over 20 years, Scorpio stereotypes, and light Q A on everyday curiosities. It cites age and health stats like 40s–50s desertion, pre–65 retirement, and arthritis prevalence.
Dear Abby responds to reader letters on name changes marriage alimony and life tips. She defends a husband’s right to keep his name while urging consequences for a divorcee’s alimony and promotes a Red Cross first aid course as a life skill. The column closes with contact details for Abby and her booklet offer.
Zehr AMN Fred W 48266-9037 CMR 4 Sq 3399 Box 12211 Keesler AFB Miss 39534 Zehr, son of Mr and Mrs Wayne Zehr of Keota, is attending Communications Electronics Specialist schooling at Keesler AFB Miss.
Thieu tells lawmakers he is determined to substitute most U S combat troops by 1970. He insists no coalition government with the Communists and rejects an unconditional cease fire. Ky says U S combat role might end by year’s end. Thieu argues for continued fighting to defend independence and democracy against Communist aims.
Jochen Rindt won the Grand Prix of the United States at Watkins Glen by nearly a minute, collecting $50,000. The 27-year-old Austrian clinched his first career Grand Prix victory amid 100,000 spectators, with 11 years of U.S. racing tradition kept intact as a world champion won the U.S. race the same year. Grah am Hill crashed late, breaking a leg but was listed in fair condition. Stewart led early before oil trouble ended his run, and Courage finished second while Surtees and Brabham followed. Rindt moved to fourth in the world standings with 22 points, behind Stewart 60, Ickx 31, and McLaren 22.
Forty six attended the Dublin Store community center pie supper on Saturday evening. Tammy Thrapp played accordion and a bingo game entertained guests. Gary Vincent from a Des Moines TV station photographed and recorded the event. One pie sold for 2.75 dollars, the highest price. proceeds fund building upkeep.
John A. Montgomery of the State Educational Radio and Television Facility Board says KIIN-TV Channel 12 near West Branch will begin in January. The transmitter will cover eastern Iowa within a 72.5 mile radius, reaching Des Moines Channel 11 and supporting tax funded public television for the state.
Social calendar items list weekly meetings and events across clubs and organizations. Activities include dinners, programs, meetings, rehearsals, and gatherings at churches, YWCA, Masonic Temple, and other venues with times from morning to evening and notes on transportation or dress.
Wayland Community Fire Department will sponsor an open house at the Wayland Fire Station from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday October 8 as part of Fire Prevention Week. The event is open to all ages in the Waco Community School District with truck rides, equipment on display, a free Fire Prevention movie across the street at the Legion Hall, door prize drawing, and treats.
Two games played Saturday in YMCA flag football. In the third and fourth grade league the Packers beat the Bears 7-6 on a 30-yard run by Dean Speece after a 65-yard score by Jon Morretti. Browns edged Cowboys 6-0 as Doug Crossett produced two rushing plays, including a 60-yard carry, late in the game.
The Washington Evening Journal in Washington Iowa presents staff roles editors and managers, publishing schedule, postal classification, and press association memberships. The notice lists David Elder as Editor and Business Manager, William Shannon as Vice President Advertising Director, Charles Morris as News Editor, Bob Shaffer as Local Advertising, and Howard Hazen as Production Superintendent. It notes publication afternoons except Sunday plus holidays, and outside Iowa subscription rate is $14 per year with carrier delivery.
At 9 45 a m Monday sheriff s officers investigated a two car accident on the blacktop road two miles north of Wayland. Mrs C R Ziegler Jr of St Louis Missouri, a passenger in her husband s car, was treated and released at the local hospital. The other driver, Donald Junior Rich, a Wayland rural mail carrier, was northbound and turned in front of the other vehicle. Damages to both cars were slight.
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