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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1971
Page
4
In this Washington Iowa piece from October 29 1971 the editor reflects on moral conduct citing Isaiah 1 16 and Mencken warning against easy but wrong solutions. It contrasts modern grumbling about autumn leaves with older tasks like disposing of cinders clinkers and ashes.
The page notes Chief Justice Black’s 34 years on the bench and his influence on individual and equal rights. It recalls his 1920s Ku Klux Klan membership and the hypothetical effect on a modern confirmation, warning that such ties would loom large in today’s politics.
Office discussion centers on Daylight Saving time with Ada Kleese offering a simple rule: in spring clocks spring ahead and in fall they fall back. The anecdote about Bill Moyers, press secretary to President Johnson and ordained minister, at a White House dinner recalls interruptions and public prayers versus sermons.
As the president and congress move to select new Supreme Court members, it is unlikely that the late Justice Hugo will be confirmed soon, shaping expectations for the court’s balance and future rulings.
Thomas H. Furleigh of Clear Lake urges first aid for public seizures. He says look for an epilepsy bracelet on the wrist, then let the person rest if no injury is evident, to avoid unnecessary ambulance or doctor fees. Furleigh notes seizures can impair speech for half an hour or more.
UPI provided almanac notes for Friday October 29 1971 including celestial references Saturn Mercury Venus Mars Jupiter and the moon phase. It notes John Keats born on this date and historic events such as Kiel mutiny 1918 the 1940 draft and a thought on insurance policy clarity urging readers to read the fine print.
Mrs Serina Klovning Stevenson of Aplington marked her 100th birthday born in Klovning Tylver near Haugesund Norway.
South is in a double vulnerable auction after West North East South 1 1 Pass 7. The piece analyzes five end positions and bids, arguing Four Spades invites game by partner’s overcall, Two Spades preempts, Three Notrump offers a safe contract, Three Spades depends on partner, and Two Notrump relies on partner to judge game chances, with a focus on hand evaluation and balance.
A collage of quirks and trivia from L M Boyd including playful takes on Christmas cards faces prime ages for halibut and oysters football positions and personalities marriage trends from Iowa records a critical view of early medical training and a series of light Q A items about celebrities palmistry and honeymoon myths. The column invites reader feedback and provides the syndicate address for submissions.
A reader asks how a mother should handle her unmarried daughter taking birth control pills. Abby’s advice prompts thoughts on age, communication, and respect. Other letters describe social pressure from a neighbor selling products, and a mother-in-law visiting plans, urging considerate boundaries.
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