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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1932

Page

14

Why do political cartoons use imagery in The Homestead Farm

A reader questions the use of donkey and elephant symbols and other comical cuts in neighborhood news items. The column notes farm life details from Harry Whittaker and presents short vignettes about homes, livings, and a financial example explaining bond and stock financing.

Republican Neighborhood Journal Harry Whittaker Harry I. N. Arnold James B. Crail

Corn Bread Legacy and Pioneer Family Feast

A nostalgic reminiscence praises corn bread recipes and corn pone praise. A Kentucky pioneer couple's large family is noted with 18 children sons and 5 daughters, their longevity and strong physique highlighted. Ice cream soda offers remain mentioned alongside local cookery appreciation.

Kentucky

Colt dies in water tank accident at Shiloh

Tara Caldwell loses a two year old colt after it runs into a water tank during fright at the oats feeder. Residents report continued wet fields and farm work slowed by rain. Children visit school and locals work with sheep and grain operations amid flu and sewer cold illnesses.

Shiloh Tara Caldwell Mabel Helen Hays Jean Sigafoose George Dittmer Ross van Nostrand Dave Schantz2 Howara

Watch Your Step on the Gas Sparks Safety Warning

The Los Angeles Times warns that pressing the foot throttle can be deadly. It argues that cautious driving saves more lives than other measures, urging care to avoid fatal accidents.

Los Angeles Times

Honking High Idiom Explains Good Prospect Saying

An old expression is traced to a corruption of The goose honks high as in fair weather. The phrase signifies a favorable outlook and strong prospects.

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