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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1965
Page
4
A September 23 1965 Washington Evening Journal editorial opens with a Hosea 6 6 verse about mercy over sacrifice and emphasizes trusting God to work through us rather than our acts. It invites reflection on faithfulness and divine guidance in daily conduct.
An Iowa writer argues tourism is growing nationally with foreign visitors aiding the balance of trade. He notes Canadians, Mexicans and Europeans join Americans in travel, urges hospitality toward travelers, and recalls two Washington cars with international plates this summer, including a seven passenger VW bus, as proof of foreign presence.
A study by social scientists and the YMCA finds city youth gangs are not more dangerous than before and are organized for social support rather than crime. They resemble Rotary clubs in seeking belonging and status but differ in methods, suggesting alternatives to crime could curb gang issues. A humorous closing note adds a substitute leather claim about longer lasting shoes.
Des Moines Iowa Senator Miller says inflation drives the cost to Iowans equivalent to a five percent sales tax and links it to federal deficits. He argues the cause is Congress spending beyond revenue and monetization of debt, urging restraint and accountability in budgeting.
A guide for hitchhikers outlines rules to increase rides and reduce danger. It advises avoiding the stereotype, using readable destination signs, choosing where drivers stop, and selecting ramp or town entrances over highways, while stressing patience and safety to make travel progress.
The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa lists staff roles including David Elder editor and business manager William Shannon vice president advertising director Charles Morris news editor Bob Shaffer local advertising Bruce Cowden contributing editor Howard Hazen production superintendent. The paper publishes afternoons except Sundays and major holidays and is entered as second class matter under the 1879 Act. Also notes it is affiliated with Inland Daily Press Association Iowa Daily Press Association and Iowa Press Association and subscribes to Audit Bureau data with terms for 3 6 or 12 months.
Mr and Mrs Bob Branstetter Kendyl Todd and Tommy returned from a two week Florida trip visiting Boca Raton Cypress Gardens Busch Gardens and the Aquatorium at St Peters burg On return they visited the Jerry Rapers in Mary Esther Fla and toured the St Louis Zoo A wedding at Newcomb Presbyterian Church united Chevy Kraft and Jerry Dusenberry with John Hamil as usher The couple will reside in Iowa City where Jerry attends SUI.
South nervy play sees West convert East takeout into a business double. West's aggressive defense in trumps unpins declarer, leading to South going down three for 800 points. Becker notes the value of low level doubles in penalizing openings.
In 1965 American Bar Association notes juries may be swayed by tears but courts limit impact. Judges can remove emotional witnesses or caution juries to prevent prejudice. If outbursts are excessive a new trial may be ordered, but often the law balances compassion with fair verdicts.
Keota residents hosted a dinner Sunday with A I FitzSimmons Earl Leitsinger and Haz el Shafer among attendees. Bloomfield and Sigourney guests joined families at Kinross and nearby visits included hospital trips in Moline and gatherings with local relatives and friends. Weekend visitors from Cedar Rapids Webster and surrounding areas were also reported along with a barbecue at the Reed home.
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