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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1934
Page
9
A Bible Thought from April 6, 1994 quotes Philippians 4 6 7 urging prayer with thanksgiving to ease worry and offer divine peace. It emphasizes turning requests to God and trusting in Christ Jesus for guard over hearts and minds.
In Beaver Dam Wisconsin Mary Spellman a longtime teacher won a two to one mayoral victory over a socialist incumbent. Supporters celebrated with bonfires after the win and Spellman pledged an honest fearless and practical administration.
The senate banking and currency committee abandoned a planned inquiry into short selling of aviation stocks citing a $100,000 cost. Senator Keane urged economy and withdrew the motion after noting the stock exchange had previously examined the accounts for nothing.
A discussion on labor's role in society politics and business notes unions can press politics when needed but some unions fear excess government control could threaten jobs. It highlights labor leaders view of the dole as a sacrifice of character and the belief that the best outcomes come from struggle.
The piece cites John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers opposing government hydro electric projects such as Muscle Shoals Boulder Dam and the St Lawrence development arguing they threaten employment and cost taxpayers. It also notes inflation era German currency notes and warns against repeating economic ruin.
A recent speaker argues that removing abundance does not resolve want and calls for wiser distribution. He notes that plenty must be used effectively and warns against destroying it or overindulgence. The core idea is prudent allocation over mere elimination.
Kiplinger offers cautious guidance on budget adherence Congress pace and monetary talks with England and France as May approaches and private business stimulus plans loom. A lighthearted column follows with town anecdotes about hosting, poetry and everyday humor.
John Westen traveled to Washington on Monday. Lindy O Hanlon's death in Wisconsin is noted. Norma Smith absent with a cold. Several visits and friendly calls occur including Mr and Mrs Henry Underwood and Miss Olive Underwood.
Carl Ed’s Harold Teen strip is adapted for the screen with Hal LeRoy in the title role. Rochelle Hudson, Patricia Ellis, and Douglas Dumbrille lead a cast including Guy Kibbee and Hobart Cavannaugh. The not a musical film features catchy songs and dance numbers despite its non musical framing.
Gedree White’s Scandals opens Sunday at the State theater in a lavish talking-screen production. The film features Rudy Vallee Jimmy Durante Alice Faye Chiff Edwards Gregory Ratott Adrienne Ames Dixie Dunbar Gertrude Michael and a galaxy of stars with 150 Sean Dolls in dazzling costumes. George White conceived created and staged the production with vibrant song revues dances and a tender romance at its heart.
Raster games were played and refreshments served as locals gathered. Names include Florence Miller Mary-Lillian Moorhead Martha Whiting Mildred Whiting Doreen Lease Evelyn Johnston Jimmy Young Willis Wayne Dillavoy Charlie White Bert Orris and S. FL Wenger. Helen returns to Clinton teaching. Maxing Lowe to Cameron area for the summer. Miss Margaret Gault teaches in Port Byron and Oma Strain at Drake University visited. Bruce Lease of Davenport visited relatives. William Martin Sr. hosts at Le Claire and Dewey Martin at Rockford. Large crowd from here and beyond attended.
Saturday evening games featured the Salem girls losing 16 to 7 to the home team while the Globe Trotters topped the independent boys 44 to 4. Referee Walter Rauscher officiated both contests. Easter observances included cantatas and communion services at three churches with new members welcomed to the United Presbyterian and Presbyterian congregations.
Glaciers in western mountain regions act as geological thermometers signaling warm and cold trends across the continent. Scientists from the geological survey use glacier melt patterns and seasonal advances to track long term climate shifts and provide data for regional projections.
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