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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1972

Page

4

Not Unto Us O Lord Give Glory Editorial

Editorial reflects on Psalm 1151 and mercy shaping existence. It cites marriages built on shared values and notes humor about speaking when there is nothing to say. The piece ends with a Lakeland Ledger quip.

Bulldog Radiator Ornament Returns On Mack Truck

A Washington dairy company unveils a new Mack tractor semitrailer with a brass bulldog radiator ornament. The piece recalls older vehicle décor while noting theft risks that erased such adornments from private cars. The writer hopes the truck emblem endures longer than past ornaments.

Mack Truck Company

Brainpower Behind Walls Vic Taylor Aims to Guide Others

Victor Taylor, 28, serving 61 years at Marion federal prison, earned a BA in psychology magna cum laude from Southern Illinois University while incarcerated. He seeks to use his degree to help fellow inmates and aid Black youths, highlighting the 6 to 10 percent of prisoners taking college courses and the potential for reform through education.

Victor Taylor U.S Marion Illinois Alcatraz Taylor

Laura the Iowa child a plea for community support

Washington citizens are urged to donate to the Community Chest to support agencies like Iowa Children's and Family Services. Laura, a seven year old with a crippled hip poor vision and slow mental development, benefited from foster care after her mother could not provide support.

Laura Iowa Iowa Children’s and Family Services

Those Who Destroy Signs October 30 1972

A letter to the editor from Washington county notes election sign vandalism ahead of the November 7 vote. The writer praises voter engagement while condemning individuals who damage yard signs and expresses respect for opposing views.

Fancy Footwork in Bridge Endgame Reveals Ten Tricks

In four hearts with West dealer and spade lead, East shows out after a three top spades attempt. The key deduction is West’s hold of A K Q in spades is unlikely with diamonds, guiding the play to Q J of trumps then A K Q of clubs. By discarding the ace of diamonds from dummy and later leading diamonds, you secure ten tricks regardless of East’s discards.

West East

Endorsement Debate Over Public Funds Draws Letter

A letter to the editor questions whether a public employee’s endorsement of a political candidate is proper. The writer asks if other tax funded officials and workers should be barred from endorsing, listing educators, postal workers, social security recipients, farmers with subsidies, and contractors, urging reconsideration of the stance.

David Miksch Indian Hills Community College Keith Dunton David Postal Service Soil Conservation Service Agricultural Stabilization Control Service Highway Dept

Twin Beds and Facts From Aloof Bits Of News

A collage notes cultural trivia from 1972 including a remark on the Duke of York as a historical first to occupy twin beds, a study by U S Army guidance experts on actors noting self centeredness and optimism, and assorted quips about blondes laws colors and everyday curiosities.

Thomas Sheraton Duke and Duchess of York Duke of York George III U. S. Army

Blondie Endorses Political Candidates and Appeals for Citizens Support

The statement expresses hope that all citizens will privately and publicly back political candidates and provide reasons for their endorsements. It emphasizes urging accountability and informed choices in civic engagement.

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