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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1940
Page
6
The column cites Isaiah 50 7 on courage and quotes B Edvar Hoover opposing police third degree torture. It then notes Rotary Club discussion on tax policy and capital flight referencing Populist era laws and a predicted 1940 census unemployment estimate near ten million.
A jumble of commentary praises Iowa's farming might, noting its top values in crops, livestock, and land. It piles on global war talk, linguistic curiosities, and a moral on democracy, journalism, and civilization, ending with a reflection on militarization versus meek mammals.
Thirty five men gathered in the Baptist Church social hall Monday for a Fellowship Task group meeting led by Stanley Brock. Dr John R Bates of First Baptist Jumwa spoke, joined by C Morrow, former Iowa Baptist convention president, with Rev J Fred Mund introducing them. The address titled Men Wanted was well received.
The open meeting notes show Fredmund leading the song service and giving the closing prayer. Richard Dp Leet presided over the business session. Officers and task leaders will be reelected for another four months. Volunteers offered to clean and paint the entire downstairs of the church building.
A 5:30 am call threatens to kill a police officer and disturb sleep as a resident tries to calm a noisy dog. The note includes humor and musings on direction in life, with quotes from historical figures and lighter reflections on daily life and a barber shop joke.
The Walnut column notes Tom Crippen of Asbury Park New Jersey stayed Thursday and Friday at the Lyle Wilson home. The item trails other local notices including marriages, church events, and community guests, reflecting small town life and social news.
A Key West Florida Citizen item notes a blend of press portraits and puzzles amid local coverage. The piece hints at crosswords and parking ordinances as readable features for residents and visitors.
A dated list of businesses with April anniversary years including Chocolate Shop 1986 Stewart and Crane 1937 Pioneer Drug Store 1930 South End Grocery 1938 Smart and Parrish Implement 1938 Pease Motor 1987 Tucker Chevrolet 1922 Jurging Tin Shop 1928 North Side Cafe 1985 Modernistic Beauty Studio 1935 Washington State Bank 1988 and others.
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