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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1977
Page
4
A compact devotional note cites Mark 12 17 noting obligations to Caesar and God and adds a quote about storms versus port arrival. It then contrasts charity as a virtue becoming an industry reflecting on moral duties and societal change.
In a critical view of product liability, the author argues lawsuits and high awards driven by consumerism raise costs for manufacturers. Citing 1942 Oliver Machinery case and helmet lawsuits, the piece questions fault standards and warns that many face higher insurance and possible shutdowns while society pays the price.
The American Dental Association reports a sharp drop in Americans 30 and older wearing full or partial dentures from 35.2 percent in 1960 to 24.7 percent in 1975. Don Oakley notes the role of dentists, Iowa City dentistry, Crest toothpaste, and Owens Brush Co. as contributing factors. The foreseen continued decline is tied to fluoride in community water and preventive care as the so-called fluoride generation ages.
A court explains that intent plus an overt act constitutes attempted theft even if the final act is not completed. Mere preparation is not enough. A would be pickpocket who withdraws before stealing is guilty of attempt if an overt act occurred. Included are quotes from Holmes and a public service note from the American and Iowa Bar Associations in a 1977 Washington Evening Journal feature.
A 14 year old writes of body shame and height, seeking hope and diet advice. Abby urges healthy checkup, weight loss plan, and self respect. Other letters discuss wedding guests and bridal showers, and souvenir etiquette at inns.
A collage of quips, trivia, and odd observations from divorce records notes trigger queries that ignite fights. It recalls rapid health facts, chess lore, and a Jaycee of the Year mishap as an awardee vanishes, prompting a lively in absentia vote debate.
A reader calls to dispute a column joke about Jesus having long hair. The caller argues no Bible verse states Jesus had long hair, citing I Corinthians 11 14 about a man and long hair. The editor notes appreciation for readers who read closely and question accuracy.
In the 1976 World Bridge Olympiad, Ron Klinger as West for Australia made a spectacular king of diamonds to dummy after a seven spade lead. East forced a trump through, and declarer faced a doomed endgame, with Klinger’s timing denying any further tricks. The move is hailed as a thing of beauty in bridge play.
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