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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1963
Page
4
The Washington Journal prints a light column of reflections and Biblical quotes. A playful dialogue about memory, devotion and daily life includes a carrot of humor with references to tarzan books, faith, and a taffy apple exchange between characters.
In a nostalgic counterpoint to a colorfully covered Tarzan paperback, the author recalls Edgar Rice Burroughs and the early 20th century craze. Tarzan of the Apes, published around 1912, propelled Burroughs to popularity, with 22 sequels following.
Nancy Kefauver, widow of the late Senator Estes Kefauver, states she will not run for his Tennessee Senate seat. She cites responsibility to her children and lack of training for public office, underscoring a practical stance that contrasts with political family succession myths. Senator Kefauver’s career is praised for its sensible conclusions.
A compact column noting a dawning to yawning arc of daily life and social observations. It observes young women spending on outfits, the ease of securing political promises, and the virtue of a simple soft soap detergent while reflecting on costliness and affordability.
The piece acknowledges W H Marriott editor of the News in Elizabethtown Kentucky a bi weekly with a 4550 circulation. It notes his wit and humor his Democrat views and his passions for baseball and horse racing and mentions connections to the Journal including Barbara Shalla and W J Shannon.
Cargill uses an IBM 1419 to evaluate thousands of corn crosses in hours, ranking top performers for yield and quality. The system guides field testing across states, while geneticists provide data and oversight. Officials say it complements breeders, not replaces them, and aims to boost efficiency amid rising global demand.
Iowa planning officials urge a new Des Moines state office building on capitol grounds to house the commerce commission and other agencies now renting space. The plan envisions 300000 square feet of offices plus a library museum, possible governor house, and staged construction over ten years.
In a Great Britain versus United States match, North Konstam opened with diamonds and, after Meredith responded 1NT, the bid advanced to 3NT. East led spades, West later won with the ace and faced a tough defense as Meredith cashed hearts and clubs, ultimately scoring 630 for Britain while the American table failed to make the contract.
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