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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1931
Page
4
Scripture passage from April 28 cites Isaiah with Therefore with joy shall we draw water out of the wells of salvation. The brief note presents a devotional theme for readers seeking comfort and faith in daily life.
A whimsical verse travels across dreamlike places such as Lollipop Land cloud island and the Nowhere side of the Mountain of Mist. The poem imagines a day when dreams grow and futures unfold, with references to peculiar hamlets and fanciful locales.
A report shows 59,469,586 people or 44 percent lack local public libraries and 47,054,168 rural residents lack library service. 1,135 counties lack libraries, highlighting undemocratic gaps between urban and rural areas and urging expanded county and city library networks, with attention to Alaska and Puerto Rico.
A brief, awkward moment unfolds as Mr Sullivan visits. While reading papers aloud with spectacles, a slip leads to a misnamed pair and a lighthearted, embarrassed laugh.
Berlin dispatch reports 28 year old Dr Bruno Lange achieves direct sunlight to electricity using a copper disc painted with cuprous oxide. An immediate current lights a bulb or runs a motor, seen as a major advancement since Edison. The finding cited as sensational, with potential to reduce coal and oil use.
Vocabulary guide teaches one new word each day with usage notes and common mispronunciations. It defines repulsive and contritely while offering synonyms and spelling tips for readers to expand their vocabularies.
In a playful aside the column asks readers not to celebrate the twenty first anniversary or send flowers or serenades. The writer jokes about the unpleasant intrusion of the earlier paragraph and promises to act their age. The piece closes with light word play about sneezes and coughing.
A self aware editorial interjects with critique of reader remarks in a column titled What They REALLY Say. It mocks casual chatter and cites a survey of citizen quips collected by Walburga Smiths, highlighting tension between reporter tone and public perception.
A collage of residents from shops, colleges, and streets share snippets about daily life and idle pursuits. The interview-like piece blends reflections on work, leisure, and local humor, ending with a mosaic of voices and hints of broader social themes.
Mrs. Jake Shrader hosts Sunset Circle on April 23 in Crawfordsville with nine members and four visitors. The group exchanged bulbs seeds and discussed upcoming plans. Refreshments followed as members praised a pleasant afternoon despite sickness.
Peter S. De Jong, Wayland schools chief, elected superintendent of consolidated schools at Linn Grove Iowa. Linn Grove known for its fine school system and high scholastic standing. He moves with a salary increase and will resume Boy Scout work he has engaged in for several years.
Gov Roosevelt dismissed misfeasance charges against Mayor Walker, ruling the charges were too general and tied to subordinates. He said removal was not justified and noted the electorate’s intent. Roseman advised Holmes and Wise of the decision and no rebuttal was allowed.
Sabbath gatherings in Cedar Falls included visits by Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Sewell of Winfield and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Deharper with children. Union service at the United Presbyterian church featured reports on the recent Sunday school convention in Oskaloosa with delegates Mary Packer Minnie Sprague Emma Lou Bullers Beulah Rich J. W. Rich Orne Dislaven and A. N. Porter. The group Also attended a Parsons college Vesper service in Washington and sang with Clarence Davis of Crawfordsville among others.
An election will be held at Huron Des Moines county to name three trustees for the Des Moines Louisa county levee district. The district covers about 41 000 acres across the two counties with one trustee per district. 234 of 4171 landowners signed the petition backing the change.
Examinations for state barber licenses were given today to applicants in Des Moines. Written tests occurred in the House chamber at the state capitol, followed by practical tests through tomorrow under the supervision of the health department and board of barber examiners.
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