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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1937
Page
4
A historical reflection cites Horace Mann asserting a true American statesman must prioritize the highest practicable education for the people in all plans of administration. Eloquence and knowledge without public uplift fail to honor the role.
Notice reports the death of W. B. Van Atta in Long Beach California. He was the son of Rev. S. F. Van Atta and his wife, killed during the Civil War while serving as missionaries near Vicksburg. The piece ties Washington county histories to a broader Civil War tragedy.
United Press war correspondent Webb Miller reports that Spain's civil conflict will end only when one side collapses from exhaustion. He sees no definite victory for either faction, noting internal hatreds and relentless slaughter. Miller says negotiations or compromises seem unlikely amid bitter passions and fundamental issues.
Miller details Franco's siege and Alcazar aftermath with vivid scenes. He recalls burning hospital sights, corpses, and a dungeon like Dantean hell where 1,670 civilians endured 70 days under siege. He warns that modern war cruelty harms women and children and erodes civilized life.
A speaker recalls a generous benefactor who daily offered shelter food and comfort while the speaker was homeless and ungrateful. After accepting aid the benefactor remains forgiving and urges continued friendship, praising goodness, greatness, and ardent love.
Des Moines April 27 1937 the unemployment compensation commission announced quarterly payments instead of a single sum for 1937 payrolls more than 4600 forms mailed to employers with 4 or more workers due for the first quarter ending April 1 delinquent May 15 nine tenths sent to Iowa commission and one-tenth to the federal government.
The flag was adopted as the national emblem by the Continental Congress on June 14 1777. This milestone established the flag as a symbol of the new nation.
We are sincerely grateful to friends and neighbors for their many acts of sympathy during our sad bereavement. Our appreciation cannot be adequately expressed. John Messenger Stella and John Jr. Mrs. Mary Williams and Grandchildren.
A fragmentary note asserts that the greatest homage to truth is to use it, though the sentence is incomplete and lacks verifiable details.
The columnist writes under trying conditions as painters around them create a harsh scent of paint. Mrs. Rob Lemmon recalls heavy snow on April 25 years ago on East Washington Street, suggesting memories endure through weather.
A Washington businessman reportedly embarrasses his wife at the theater by snoring during performances. The incident drew attention as a quirky local anecdote reflecting couple dynamics and social norms in public venues.
The passage ponders why Iowa birds migrate back each spring while southerners flaunt year round warmth in Florida and California. It compares bird fidelity to a salesman's appeal, suggesting that outcomes and fulfilled wishes drive belief and decision.
A humorous clipping recounts a letter from Geo Weinhagen Jr praising small details in business and life. It weaves jokes about little things that spark big results with a pitch about Setup Folding Corrugated and Fibre Bones.
A brief column note by Bigkie Talks jokes about readers smelling paint from the column and plans to persist for a week, signaling a light commentary tone in the evening edition.
The 1927 proceedings show the Washington County Board adopting a 1937 construction program for secondary roads with a $90241 funding plan. Disbursements outline seventy six road projects and local road work totaling over $86,000. The board authorized a $3,000 appropriation to cover half of 55 percent of the cost to pave 0.3 miles of concrete road between South Town Avenue and Elm Grove Cemetery, contingent on a federal grant. The session also approved land sales including Lot Four, Block 10 in Brighton to M. L. McCreedy for 75 and Lot Two, Block B in Riverside to William H. Scott for 223.68.
A fragmented note questions a Supreme Court action and praises a seamstress hired by a wife. The speaker disputes others and asserts confidence in the seamstress’s skill.
The Capitol sits on a plateau above the Potomac, covering about 2% acres with a dome height of 287 feet. Weighing 14,985 pounds, the Statue of Freedom crowns the dome, erected December 2, 1863. The grounds span 58.8 acres, and the site has Powhatan origins with a council house at the hill’s foot. The southwest cornerstone was laid September 18, 1793 by Washington. The north wing finished 1860 and south wing 1811. fire in 1814 damaged interiors, later repaired. Central portion begun 1818 under Charles Bullfinch. original building completed 1827. Extension corners laid July 4, 1851 by Fillmore with Webster officiating. The extension housed legislative rooms by December 16, 1857 for the House and January 4, 1859 for the Senate, with completion in 1863.
A historical survey tracks successive Iowa Conference sessions from 1591 to 1902 noting pastors and district changes. It highlights land donation for a Wyman church, repeated reappointments for Rev. Thomas F. Barker, Rev. Corley, Rev. Clapp, and Rev. Doud, plus retirements and ongoing service of clergy in Burlington and Crawfordsville circuits.
The U S Army Recruiting Office in Cedar Rapids Iowa seeks 140 single men aged 18 to 35 for service with Cavalry and Motorized Field Artillery from Fort Des Moines Iowa Infantry and Quartermaster units at Fort Lincoln North Carolina and Fort Snelling Minnesota. Free transport to the branches is offered. A postcard to the Cedar Rapids recruiting office provides full information.
The Merry Makers club of Merrimac District will hold its next meeting on Thursday afternoon May 13 at the home of Mrs. Johnnie Paldosier. Attendees include Mrs. Carl Amrine and sons and Mrs. A N Amrine. The group also notes travels by Mrs. Amrine and Dora Shnappy to Burlington for social calls and visits with Shoemaker and Mitchel families. local residents Mr. Will Brannon and Mrs. Elmer Reschley were seen in Wash- ties.
Mrs. Carl Amrine and son Donald called on Mrs. Doss Van Winkle Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Earl Smith visited Mrs. George Diers Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mullikin and daughter visited Roy Mullikins and Harrie Gose Will and Harry Beechley spent Sunday evening with Elmer Reschley.
The Cologne cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, began in the 1200s and reached completion in the 1800s, reflecting centuries of architectural effort.
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