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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1967
Page
4
The column reflects on generosity as a civic virtue beyond profit. It argues that even in business, the ethic of give and support for others yields inner satisfaction and long term community benefit, challenging the buyer beware mindset. It cites Luke 6 38 as guiding principle and urges generous conduct.
A 10 year old boy slips out at daylight to head west and fight Indians but returns by 9:30 pm weary and homesick. He expects praise, yet the family remains unobservant. The prodigal is greeted only by Jimmy the cat who shows affection and curiosity about the boy.
A college professor, after checking out, discovers a newlywed couple in their hotel room. Peeking through a keyhole, he observes affectionate baby talk and a playful exchange about ownership of the couple’s belongings, then humorously claims the umbrella as his when it appears.
A newlywed couple in a suburb receive two theater tickets with a hint and later find their home emptied of valuables. A note reads Now you know conveying the odd gift mystery. The incident ends with a puzzling unknown donor.
The Washington County Press recalls Old Jack died December 31 1882 at age 26 after three years of service under Major Taylor and Col Palmer. The loyal horse knelt to mount, loved battle, disciplined troops, and was famed for sharp ears and stentorian neck. Col Palmer legend and G A R veteran praised Jack for patriotism, with neighbors recalling his trials with shouting kids and his quiet last days on the Palmer farm.
Mrs Edna Taylor left Monday for Davenport to teach school Rev and Mrs Walter Smith joined by Mr and Mrs L C Willits toured Canada and Yellowstone Park reporting ideal weather They were gone about two weeks Local visitors include Judge and Mrs F Dickinson Letts of Washington DC and Ruth Richards of Muscatine plus Attorney and Mrs David Letts and daughters Barbara and Dana of DC Vera Forinash of West Chester heads to National College Kansas City Mo for religious education after summer Iowa work Richard Stewart and family returned from two week trip east Washington County 4 H girls won nine blue ribbons six red at the Iowa State Fair Local couple Ruth Marie Morrison wed recently as family visits continue
Dennis Grabers family from Michigan returned from Eden Camp Onekama after a week of boating water skiing sailing and entertainment. Local hosts hosted a turkey dinner with relatives attending. Rev Rushing and family visited Missouri and Arkansas during their Washington Journal trip. Traffic safety note from Los Angeles estimates seat belt use could cut deaths by up to ten thousand annually.
In a 1962 Italy vs Great Britain match, Gardener passed up a double for four diamonds, risking down two. Italy’s Belladonna and Avare avoided disaster as Rose Gardener’s team salvaged five clubs at another table, while a diamond ace opening helped declarer ruff and discard to win 450 points. The piece notes luck and skill in championship play.
The column highlights stars in stamp collecting and promotes underrated nations Canada Australia and New Zealand as future growth opportunities. It notes Canada’s colorful stamps and growing economy, Australia’s immigration influence, and New Zealand’s similar prospects, urging collectors to buy now before values rise.
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa lists staff including David Elder as Editor and Business Manager William Shannon as Vice President Advertising Director Charlies Morris News Editor Bob Shaffer Local Advertising Manager Howard Hazen Production Superintendent and notes editions published afternoons except Sunday Christmas and July 4th It is entered as second class matter under the 1879 act and is affiliated with United Press Leased Wire and various press associations with mail subscription rates shown at 40 cents.
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