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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1971
Page
4
Editorials discuss a telephone magazine pitch scam and a 1968 750 dollar violation finding. The Creston News-Advertiser column analyzes high school beer rules as a way out of training violations and notes the board ruling to treat all infractions equally pending a Supreme Court decision.
Readers submit questions about family privacy and boundaries. A mother questions undressing in front of her young sons while a wife and father-in-law marriage sparks tension. responses address sensitivity, discipline, and diplomacy in multigenerational homes.
A confidential note discusses family dynamics and marriage, urging the reader to write Abby for personal guidance. It mentions emotional strain, a boyfriend, and a request for a stamped self-addressed envelope to obtain Abby's wedding booklet.
In a contract bridge column, South wins the club lead and cashes hearts with a safety mindset. He later finesses a spade, goes down after West forces aces, and misses the winning line by misjudging heart entries and spade chances. Holmes quote ends the piece.
On October 12 1971 Columbus Day marks the date with a Saturn moon phase. Notables born include Elmer Sperry. Historical notes recount Columbus claiming Bahamian lands in 1492 and other events through 1968.
Publication details in Washington Iowa paper including address and contact numbers. Lists staff roles and rates for subscription by carrier and mail, noting Inland Daily Press Assn and Iowa Press Assn affiliations.
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