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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1944
Page
6
Poem recounting the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Narrator cites devotion, forgiveness, and salvation themes with lines attributed to Elizabeth Lathrop Powers. It recalls the crucifixion, burial, and triumphant dawn of Easter, emphasizing redemption through Christ.
Poetic meditation on Jesus Christ bearing the cross at Calvary, accepting God's will, enduring mockery and suffering to offer forgiveness. The piece reflects on the crowd's condemnation and the redemptive significance of Calvary.
Pvt. Homer Birney, brother of Mrs. Leroy Krotz, collected 117 letters at a mail call in India after leaving the U S Christmas. He had been in Africa briefly and reached India about three months after departure. Local families hosted visits and celebrations as area residents note birthdays and anniversaries while farmers worked despite a cold northwest wind.
Universal presents Donald O’Connor Peggy Ryan in Chip Off the Old Block a lively family musical showcasing O’Connor’s comic antics and Ryan’s fast comedy. Ann Blyth and Joel Kupperman appear while Stage Door Canteen scenes link service life with Broadway glamour and wartime romance features.
The Stage Door Canteen returns to Fox this Sunday through Tuesday with an all star lineup from screen stage and radio. Katharine Cornet makes her screen debut as part of a glamorous performance that captures Hollywoods most thrilling atmosphere in New York.
Darlene Sojka and three eighth grade pupils Marie Swailes Ramona Marshall and Leona Anna Mincer spent Saturday in Cedar Rapids sight seeing. Mr and Mrs Frankie J Mincer spent Friday evening at Henry Prymek s. Junior Collins visited Wednesday with his grandparents Mr and Mrs Frank Mincer. Theresa Lear and Edd trans acted business in Iowa City Tuesday. Lida Swailes visited with her brother James and family Friday.
The fragment cites George Washington using back country and aver age as verbs, Thomas Jefferson coining holding the bag, Andrew Jackson introducing OK, and General Sherman coining new deal, listing famous linguistic contributions by U.S. figures.
Mrs. Lawrence Camp and her son Gary from Des Moines join Mrs. B. V. Galbry of Brighton visiting Mrs. Victor Stacy's household. Donnie Lee Krabill arrives by Stacy ambulance from Washington hospital. Rev. C L Graber reports safe Puerto Rico arrival first plane trip. Anna Wyse visiting briefly.
The data lists the earth’s area by region with fertile lands at 33 million square miles, steppes at 19 million, and deserts at 5 million square miles.
Sunday guests visit Allen Schaeffer and Merle Twinam homes with many local families. Maurice Krabill welcomes a son Donnie Lee and raises turkeys with 1250 birds. Pfister seed corn reps Sommers promote seed sales. Carolina area mentions Lincolnby and Wayland as places of visit and meetings.
Gracehill observers note Mr and Mrs Lyle Hayes held a Sunday supper for Joe Knight of Des Moines who ships out for Navy service Wednesday. Attendees included Joe Knight and Mrs Knight, C L Eyestone family, Norma and Dale Washington, Howard Zillman and Phyllis Schmitter, Bernard Mottet, Louise Waterhouse and Irene Waterhouse, Max Waterhouse family, Nelson Woodford, Dan Boone, Wes Engel relatives, and others from the community.
Dwight Hayes of Washington joined a cooperative dinner at the Harold Hayes home near Pleasant Plain. The event honored Donald Hayes who leaves soon for service. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Max Waterheamw and Mrs. H. A. Engel with Eugene, and a cantata at the Methodist church in Washingto Sunday evening.
The text outlines wealth from multiple regions: central pampas spawn cattle wheat flax corn alfalfa flowers and linseed. Patagonia delivers sheep and sheep products. the western plains show olives grapes and other fruits. the humid north produces sugar cane rice and similar crops.
Farmers can reduce waste and ensure birds receive the right amount by filling hoppers only two thirds full. The tip suggests adding a lip inside the hopper edge to deter birds from spilling feed onto the floor.
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