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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1967
Page
4
An October 27 1967 Journal page reflects on past finds like the 1931 North Iowa Avenue gold discovery, including a $1,600 hoard unearthed by W. F Brooks. It also cites President Johnson quelling the Vietnam war in a tiger riding metaphor, and critiques showy wording over concise speech.
The first half of 1967 boosted Soviet industry and agriculture with a 10.6 percent output rise and 12 percent gain in light industry. Wheat production neared 81 million tons, housing expanded for about 2.5 million, while reforms push worker incentives and profitability across about one third of industry. Rising consumer demand and strict state ownership under a mixed system highlight tensions as the USSR advances toward incentives within a socialist framework.
Iowa area vocational schools and community colleges report a promising start to the school year with a projected combined enrollment over 52,000. First quarter figures show 27,059 students, including 22,853 eligible for state reimbursement. About 6,000 pursued vocational technical courses, 11,000 arts and science, and 10,000 adult education.
A family traveling in an antique 53-horsepower car across Arizona recounts three road games to pass time. The first hides a pacifier under luggage with parents racing to retrieve it. The second involves after fueling, asking a service-station attendant to dispose of a diaper. The final game is a putt and prayer as the engine battles wind and hills, all kept light by humor.
Dear Abby answers readers about a sister in law seeking younger men after grief, a coworker using unwanted physical gestures, and a WWII couple seeking marriage to legitimize their children. The column suggests gentle firm boundaries, legal avenues, and counselor or lawyer input to resolve sensitive issues.
The Fort nightly club met at Mrs. Ron Shafer home for its annual Halloween party with members in costumes. After a plentiful supper, the regular meeting was held and Halloween fun enjoyed. Next meeting set for November 13 with Joy DeLong hostess.
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