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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1975

Page

4

Vertical filing proves its worth in a chaotic world

In a light editorial voice the writer recalls a humorous office filing method called vertical or reverse chronological filing. He describes a desk drawer system that stacks letters by date, not alphabetically, joking about efficiency and a mercurial office manager. The piece blends humor with reflections on organization.

A.D. Beer Company Des Moines Dre

YMCA memories and local outreach notes from 1975

Blondie recalls YMCA leadership in Washington Ohio with longtime friends and staff names. The column notes YMCA growth and reflects on public service history. A second item from Washington Iowa calls for Food Stamp outreach and volunteer recruitment to combat malnutrition, detailing roles and contact information.

Iowa Department of Social Services Iowa Avenue Washington, Iowa

House at South Marion Avenue Tied to Early Local Historian

Built by Nathan Littler, a local historian, the house at 514 South Avenue D sits on old college grounds. It was long owned by Andrew Beenblossom and moved from a block north in 1859 to serve as a church for the Seceders.

Nathan Littler South Marion Avenue Andrew Beenblossom Old College South Avenue D

Puns, panics and a winking world of sports humor

A collage of lighthearted quips and observations touches college sports hopes with a shot at humor. It blends punny football banter with a few cheeky Dear Abby exchanges about neighbors, dinners, and dating. The tone is playful and newspaper‑column in style.

Abby Mary

Dozens of quick thoughts spark small facts and trivia

A collation of curious notes on scents counts of orange juice types and phrases like kick the bucket. It notes England sales, editor anxiety, deer ranges, and historic fees for the White House design with address for L M Boyd in Fort Worth Texas.

Bridge bidding scenarios for Seid and Becker hands

Three sample bidding situations analyzed with reasoning on four hearts notrump and spade preempts. First scenario suggests four diamonds as a slam try. second favors three notrump to slow partner. third discusses pass four spades or raise hearts with no clear best choice.

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