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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1972
Page
6
Washington Iowa the September 8 1972 editorial notes quote from John 4 7 about love and faith with a satirical aside on the United States hosting Olympic Games. It recalls a prior comment about hosting and jests Denver Colorado should have bid for winter games while noting costs and regret.
Bob Feeney notes humorous aging reflections describing middle age as knowing better yet acting on. He jokes about morning aches after nights without fun, resisting temptations, re run dreams, slower rest, and losing enthusiasm as time passes.
The Ottumwa Courier notes Bobby Fischer's 1972 victory over Boris Spassky rekindling American interest in chess while sparking debate over his behavior. Fischer’s dramatic win yielded a $250000 prize and renewed global attention, with reactions ranging from admiration of his play to criticism of his conduct.
A letter from a reader recounts a blueberry road trip through Amherst Nova Scotia and Eastern Maine. The writers describe harvest scenes and roadside stands, note a pamphlet about the Blueberry Harvest Festival on September 7 8 and 9, and mention free apple juice at an Amherst information booth.
In the Olympiad where China finished fifth, Tai Tai of the Chinese team faced a critical decision on a 2♣ contract. His careful line to save a trump backfired when trumps split 2-2, costing four tricks and a 12 imps loss to the Dallas Aces despite beating four semifinalists earlier. The piece notes the Precision Club approach and hints at an alternate path that could have preserved the contract. Tomorrow features Canada versus Britain.
Almanac notes today mark Friday September 8 1972 the 252nd day of the year with 114 to follow. It lists planetary signs and notable births such as U.S. Senator Robert A Taft born 1892 and died 1953. It recounts St Augustine 1565 Galveston 1900 and Morro Castle 1934 disasters and fatalities.
On day two of the Olympiad the United States Aces lost to Italy 3 to 63 match points. With North-South Lawrence and Goldman faced by Avarelli and Belladonna, Italy sealed all 20 victory points as Belladonna's defense and precise bidding secured a nine-trick heart sequence and a diamond control. Tomorrow features China against the United States.
The piece discusses whether police can interrupt voluntary confessions and how warnings affect admissibility. It cites cases on involuntary confessions, threats, promises, and temptations, noting temptations may lead to unreliable statements. It is a public service feature by the American Bar Association and Town State Bar Association.
A 27 year old mother of two, happy in homemaking, rejects claims that her life is empty. She notes her skills in sewing, upholstery, menu planning, and child care as fulfillment. A reader from Olympia cheers her stance while other letters discuss marital tensions and a divorce.
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