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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1972
Page
4
Washington Iowa October 6 1972 editorial questions the line between modern gracious living and old fashioned loafing while citing I John 4 7 about love and God. The piece contrasts contemporary behavior with traditional values and invites reflection on character and conduct.
A foggy Washington morning leads to a car lights survey and October month notes detailing observances from National Park to Veterans Day. A fable about fleas on a dog satirizes reliance on society and government, ending with a moral on self-reliance.
A reader questions ambulance service value over cost. They urge higher qualifications and dedication for Booth Ambulance night attendants, noting the $960 price and calling on county supervisors to weigh care quality over money. The letter argues taxpayers Jarvis and Jones, as county residents, should influence service standards.
Friday, October 6, 1972 marks day 76 with 86 to follow. Notable events include Westinghouse born October 6, 1846, Antioch College opening in 1853, Grantland Rice on World Series radio in 1921, Trieste partition pact in 1954, and Sam Rayburn’s cancer revelation in 1961. A thought from George Meredith closes.
The aged should know two escape plans and exits, sleep on the first floor if possible, keep stairways clear, never smoke in bed, wear fire safe clothing near flames, have easy telephone access with emergency numbers, and keep UL listed extinguishers handy with training to use them, while others help plan ahead.
Washington Iowa 1972 edition lists subscription prices by carrier and mail and announces print run from 111 North Marion Ave. Elder Shannon & Co. Inc. published the paper with editors and managers named. Rates vary by area and duration.
A 1972 LM Boyd column surveys claims about female physiology and childbirth, roaches’ insecticide sensitivity, and public behavior on Fridays the 13th. It includes Q&A on forcible rape cases, egg gathering by pig poultry operators, and a rabbit exception to female size trends, ending with musings on marriage, arm muscles, and nostalgic humor.
South with three spades respond three spades if partner shows only a minimum. Two clubs reply is safer with no spade fit. Three notrump is strong with 13 points and 4-3-3-3 shape. Four spades seeks game given strong trump support and distribution despite nine high cards.
A reader writes about a mother with a history of mental illness, a blaming father, and the strain on a 15 year old seeking support. Abby urges counseling and understanding while offering steps for the teen to seek help at school and local services. In a second note a Los Angeles resident vents at noisy neighbors and is advised to confront them and organize neighbors or involve management or authorities.
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