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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1932
Page
10
An April mind is a happy thing that hears spring footsteps and robins songs It urges a wander to fields on rainy days to hear unborn violets and share April ecstasy with the sunny hours breeze showers marching grass and waking brook
The United States Society aims to provide current information on government to students and adults, presenting pro and con on public questions without official bias. Backed by notable leaders such as Elihu Root, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Breckinridge Long, and Charles Evans Hughes Jr, the group seeks intelligent, comprehensive civic education rather than partisan politics.
Len Small returns as Republican nominee for Illinois governor in a dramatic primary comeback. The Iowa audience notes that many believed his political career was over as the result unfolds.
The article defends Mr Small as alive and not proven guilty of high crimes. It notes public belief he profited from state money by keeping interest and criticizes road program decisions tied to political gain. It compares Illinois practice to New York reforms under Governor Roosevelt.
The piece recalls panics linked to tariffs in 1893 and later eras, noting how high and low tariffs were blamed at different times. It contrasts McKinley era high tariffs with the Wilson Underwood measures and asks readers to judge whether today’s disturbances stem from tariffs or other factors.
A fragmentary page lists usage notes on synonyms for enthusiast including fanatic zealot and bigot. It also warns against misused phrases and misspellings and hints at pronunciation guidance in an old instructional column.
A quirky column cites street life around the square urging merchants to raise awnings to avoid hat knocks. It reflects on age for presidency and recalls sidewalks hardened by animals. The piece quips about rewards for the worthy and reelecting officials while noting frequent emergency preparation that never materializes.
A joke notes a bond salesman who joins a circus and, in a prank, is placed in an ape role. The ruse ends with a tiger cage gag as the ape salesman reveals a bond trader’s wit. The piece closes with a humorous exchange about patience and talent.
Crawfordsville daily notes report Frank Henderson of Ainsworth and Milton White with wives traveling to Aledo to attend the funeral of Miss Julia McCreight. An update covers Rosina White’s knee operation and family health as Mrs Johns battles illness. Harry Orchard returns from Los Angeles after his father’s funeral and visits Nebraska on the way home.
Robert and Lee Shaffer sold their Produce House to William Hagie who has worked for them. Washington residents C. R. Gallagher and wife visited Mrs Minnie Sprague. The Willing Workers met at the Presbyterian church for a day of sewing and an Alumni banquet invite. Ladies Aid sponsored a green and white Flower sale with plants bulbs seeds on display. Wolf Floral Co and Bock's Flower Shop donated cut flowers. Mrs Will Twinam won a prize for Crown of Thorns plant.
A collection of quick wit and humor phrases followed by brief comic vignettes. The items include wordplay about letters and common objects, a proclamation about what matters after opportunity arises, and short dialogue snippets featuring Jones and others. The tone resembles an old newspaper humor page.
Mrs. Hebner chaired the event assisted by Mrs. Denis Jones Mrs. R. S. White Mrs. Joe Schlatter Mrs. Walter Ranscher and Mrs. Floyd Maxwell Emma ix and Marie Welch ran the candy booth Pineapple sherbet cake and coffee were served by a committee led by Daisy Huber with Ethyl Zickefoose Wilbert Rose John R Williams S S Smith and Frank Taylor The sale cleared over $20 drawing attendees from West Chester Washington and Columbus Junction.
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