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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1929
Page
4
A compact quotation from Clyde B Morgan on the value and danger of printing and poetry. The piece extols clean types and a robust public page, then contrasts true poets with cryptic verse, noting cultured readers commonly overlook a poet who speaks plainly.
A fragmented passage argues that news serves the people by informing business leaders and inventors, shaping government power, and linking public needs with national policy. It emphasizes the role of timely information, the interaction between leaders and citizens, and the importance of crafted, reliable reporting.
Immortality is portrayed as arising from selfless devotion rather than striving for fame or worldly success. The speaker argues mortality or welfiah is tied to unselfish effort, implying selfish pursuit of fame can hinder enduring life or legacy. The passage explores the paradox of achievement and lasting significance.
Gerald Stanley Lee argues that a president governs by being news itself and by appointing others who are newsworthy. He notes the president can shape public perception by directly informing the people about actions and beliefs, revealing next steps while managing opposition.
The note emphasizes correct pronunciation and usage of often misused words. It highlights common misspellings and defines synonyms for delusion and illusion. It urges expanding vocabulary by mastering one word daily with concise, maxim like sentences.
A mixed collage-essay blends Longfellow excerpt with reflections on poetry and solace. It contrasts grand masters with humbler poets whose simple verses soothe weary hearts amid daily toils and troubles.
The narrator recalls a brief light car hiccup with a hidden mechanism and quick repair. The Hi-V Girl Reserve Carnival opens tonight at the high school, featuring Celine follies, vaudeville, a crazy house, and a hot dog stand, all praised by Rudolph as the biggest carnival yet.
The article notes Bert Willits mowing around the water plant this morning and expresses unusual devotion to spring chores. It also mentions piano lessons and jealousy of skilled players. ReD Morrigan recounts a man who advertised for a wife and received about a hundred replies, ninety nine of which were a certain reply.
Cloid Knupp captures the annual spring bouquet as he parades with a Fakish turn down style hat and a brightly colored band. He says the felt hat shapes his seasonal cheer at the Straw Hats event.
A local review previews a tiger film presented at Graham Theatre. The plot centers on a loyal dog Pal aiding a former prisoner seeking honest work, amid gangland temptations and a failed robbery scheme. Cast includes Hawbura Worth and Pat Storien as leads. The tale blends redemption and danger with a period-era noir tone.
In Ol Yor e Massachusetts on April 4, seventeen year old Frank Rydowski attempted suicide three times by rope gas and poison. He told a telephone operator of his plan and police arrived to save him from the toxic effects.
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