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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1964
Page
4
An editorial questions the appeal of the -ex ending in brand names like Timex Kleenex Pyrex and others. It notes the suffix often lacks meaning and mocks the proliferation of -ex terms, preferring simple Brand X as a counterpoint.
A Lake Mills Graphic reflection on how a small cadre of engaged residents sustains towns. It argues that devoted, active people improve neighbors’ lives through cleanliness, recreation, education, law enforcement, and public participation, while noting the ridicule they face and their essential but fragile role. The piece also recalls a long-ago note about phone exchanges and includes Iowa Hawkeye football alumni mentioned by Kossuth County Advance.
A letter from Carol Anderson of Washington Iowa notes her pride in Rep. Fred H. Schwengel and includes an editorial favoring his continued role. The piece discusses his district work, stance on school funding and home rule, and the political challenge from a Conservative Party candidate, urging continued representation for the capital's residents.
The writer recalls delivering papers for over a decade and the enduring lessons learned. He highlights money management, responsibility, and daily encounters with neighbors, noting the paper boy’s role as a small but formative independence moment. Two particular paper boys are praised as among the best.
In a Becker column a four spades defense shows that the tweede of diamonds signals a winning under lead. West must interpret a low diamond from dummy’s East hand as a doubleton threat, allowing South to be knocked out with a heart return after a measured ace lead. The key is reading the deuce of diamonds as a signaling card, not a simple stop card.
National Newspaper Week spotlights the press as a public trust and examines its evolution. It notes freedom of the press, Jefferson’s view on government and newspapers, the shift to mass audience appeal, and the rise of hometown papers aided by advertising and cost-saving print technologies.
The Iowa State Federation of Music announces biennial auditions for advanced students and young artists, sponsored by the National Federation of Music Clubs, to be held in Des Moines in March 1965 for Iowa and the District including Illinois and Wisconsin. Prizes total thousands with national winners receiving cash awards and national convention appearances. Classes include Men’s and Women’s voice, Piano, Organ, Strings, Orchestral, with specific age limits and membership requirements. Final deadline for applications is February 15, 1965, with contact Mrs. B. Pearl Mapel, Des Moines.
A historical newspaper masthead from Washington Iowa lists editors and staff including David Elder as Editor and Business Manager William Shannon as Vice President Advertising Director Charles Morris News Editor Bob Shaffer Local Advertising Bruce Cowden Contributing Factor Howard Hazen Production Superintendent and notes publication details and press associations under the 1879 act with mail subscription rates referenced for Iowa readers.
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