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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1962
Page
4
A readers' feature lists two provisional Hall of Fame style lists of distinguished locals. Col David J Palmer and Smith W Brookhart appear among others including Jonathan Wilson, Dr Charles R Brown, Alex Miller, Howard Burrell, Ralph Shannon, Keith Molesworth, W W Wells, Thomas Singmaster, Jane A Chilcote, Dr E R Jenkins, Ralph Smith, Fort Sherman, Win Smouse, William Perry Wells and Dr Charles R Brown with note that more names will follow.
A reader chides the editor for calling a pool table the latest status symbol, arguing that the true symbol is an oversized king-size bed. The letter notes its subtle display, visible only in the boudoir.
The article argues that consumer demand drives recessions, not production limits. It cites Proud on distribution as key and notes that advertising invigorates demand. firms with dynamic ads prosper even during recessions, as do retailers.
UPI analysis traces a pattern of Chinese pressure on India from 1958 to 1962. Nehru accused China of map claims in Bhutan and Sikkim, while later border clashes and a Himalayan war threat escalated tensions. Three theories explain timing: winter prep, coercive talks, or a domestic victory need.
The column urges flu shots for the elderly and those with heart or lung issues, cautions about the polio vaccine schedule including Type III concerns, and advises following a doctor. It notes a new food-impaction cure with tenderizer, warns seniors about loose dentures, and discusses snake bites and tetanus boosters.
Histoplasmosis from inhaling fungal spores is often mistaken for influenza pneumonia or tuberculosis and affects an estimated 30 million people in hot spots along central U S river valleys. Dr Furcolow notes high infection rates among Kansas City students and cites historic outbreaks linked to damp cellars and bird droppings.
In a club hands column, the piece discusses Sylvia an accident prone bridge player noted for odd bids and plays. It recounts a 1962 hand where Sylvia as East led the king of diamonds misplaying a finesse and South misreads the situation ending in a two down result. The narrative blends vignette with analysis of bidding and play.
In Des Moines the U S District Court heard a motion to dismiss a suit challenging Iowa legislature reapportionment under the Shaff plan. Judges Van Oosterhout McManus and Stephenson presided as newsmen and a few spectators observed. The court overruled the motion to dismiss and will consider the merits of the challenge to the Shaff plan and related state amendments.
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