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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1939
Page
3
The writer recalls a Des Moines hobby show on the Savery mezzanine with antique glass and jewelry, noting vendors from across the country and a garnet crown worn by a dealer. They describe garden life, birds, and Sunday School plans, alongside wedding notices for Lawrence Morton Smith and Berbice Spor and updates on local residents and club activities.
A brief urging that young people be taught to expect setbacks and hardships as part of growing up. The message emphasizes resilience and realistic preparation for life challenges.
A Hoard hoax spreads across Fort Atkinson Wisconsin claiming brassieres cause rickets in babies. Editors and citizens sign petitions, welfare groups weigh in, state health officials issue warnings, and Hoard defends the crusade until the hoax collapses, revealing the joke’s reach.
Saturday Equarrett was dismissed yesterday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Frank Perrin of Washington welcomed a daughter born last night at 11 26 weighing seven pounds nine ounces Sara Lu Miller was admitted yesterday Monday Veramella Stout Brighton was admitted last night for treatment Mrs R C Curtis Brighton was dismissed this morning Tuesday Mr and Mrs Tom Cantoni welcomed a son born last night at 8 30 weighing seven pounds six ounces. Irene Bjork Pleasant Plain was dismissed yesterday afternoon James HWunsaker underwent a tonsillectomy this morning Robert Lee Miller Ainsworth was dismissed this morning.
Margaret Ferguson Wellman underwent a tonsillectomy this morning and was later dismissed. Keota couple Mr and Mrs John H Hough welcomed a son at 12 05 weighing five pounds. Brighton rural route 2 couple Mr and Mrs Clyde Thompson welcomed a daughter at 10 48 weighing fourteen ounces. Priday Mr and Mrs Ed Whitacre Brighton report a son born last night at 8 55 weighing seven pounds. Mr and Mrs A E Row welcomed a son this morning at 8 45 weighing eight pounds. J Randle Neill was dismissed this morning.
Charles Sojka, 47, died by his own hand on Friday April 21 after poor health. He is survived by a wife and eight children. The funeral drew a large crowd with flowers. Mrs. Carl Zieglowsky Promfiet, 71, died Saturday afternoon and leaves ten grown children. her husband died in 1938.
A beloved Vee community figure died at her residence on Wednesday after years of illness. She had been an invalid for nineteen years, leaving a void in the local area.
Community items from Washington recount church membership totals from Visitation Week April 7 to 13, a Dutch Creek fair date, city marshal change, prize winner Dixie Carter, rainfall 1.54 inches, school representation at district contest, May parties, Boy Scout merit badges, expected rural graduates, Memorial Day planning, local shop sale, family moves, prayer chain interest, YMCA consideration, theater improvements, European trip prep, and an unusual April 30 snowfall.
A man named Jack Westphall demonstrated a new freeze device by setting a Ford car on the square aflame and then briefly using an extinguisher to put it out, causing a disturbance as agency involvement was reported.
Robinson was kicked in the head by a Wells horse at the Wells farm west of town. The injury is not considered dangerous.
Washington county reports Victory bonds proving very popular with an oversubscribed status. The county quota stood at 1 082 325 dollars. The city of Washington purchased 197 000 dollars in bonds with 40 000 to 50 000 dollars more expected.
Mrs. Elmer Wells issues notices naming Ruth Wells and Leonard Richard Gibson as wed in Detroit on April 5th.
Temperatures fell to 32 degrees last night after a week of sultry weather. The sharp change surprised residents as the chill lingered into the early morning.
The I O O F celebrated the hall's 100th anniversary on April 24 with a large class of initiates. A school run by Coville Belville southwest of town hosted a successful box supper, colored forty dollars and eighty cents.
A man named Richard Johnson collapsed at a market on Saturday and was rushed home for medical attention. He is reported to be getting better.
Silitt Grayson works on three completed quills while confined with scarlet fever. The brief note highlights his rapid stitching as doctors limit activity.
Mr Anderson Haus sold his home and bought the lot east of Charlie Kecks for 21500. He plans to build soon. The item notes the purchase and future construction plans.
The mother of Mrs George Dowell, aged 1, died here on Thursday after living with her daughter for the past year. Thomas, aged 69, died Friday at Jefferson County Hospital in Whairfield where he had been for three weeks. One daughter, Leona, survives.
Warner White, a farmer, complains of farming difficulties and loneliness, noting the absence of the Democrat in his community life though he remains a cheerful figure.
Two boys Claude and Harry Kelster drive four horses pulling an egg wagon amid very bad roads. They maneuver with old time skill as the streets become difficult for travel.
Sitler unveils a new ice creamer in town aiming to supply residents. The venture highlights local entrepreneurship and the promise of fresh frozen treats for daily use.
Mrs Henry Berdo, aged 69, died on April 29. She is survived by three children, Thomas J., Peter, and Mrs Amos Rankin. Two children, Louisetta and Henrietta, died in infancy.
H D Smouse died at age 77 born in Maryland. He was father to Leon ard Winfield, Mrs Conrad, Mrs Fred Anderson, Mrs Seneca Den ney, and Mrs C W Stephens. Funeral arrangements not listed.
Christopher Bowman Rogers known as Squire Rogers died last week after a prolonged illness. He was highly educated and well liked, with forty years of teaching experience. Mrs. T. T. Keeley was among his former pupils.
The members of the Hook and Ladder Co presented Joe Lohberger, a recent bridegroom, with a handsome clock as a token of congratulations and community regard.
Clever Pakir appeared on the street yesterday driving a wheeled cart drawn by horses with sleigh bells. He stood on the seat waving a butcher knife and an apparent lighter, seemed to injure his wrist, and urged those with heart trouble or epilepsy to avoid his corner show. The act was tame but drew many buyers for silver spoons.
The J. U. McDowell residence on the Heights is being rebuilt after relocation from the R T McCal property at Green and Washington. It once served as the Washing ton post office during President Buchanan s era with postmaster Widow Parker who later wed John Rheinart.
The Pacific atolls Jarvis at 159 W and Palmyra at 162 W are tiny 1 percent square mile coral islands. Palmyra is uninhabited. They are listed variously as British possessions or American, valued for coconuts and guano and noted for potential use in transpacific air routes.
The blue winged teal is a small fast flying early migrating duck. The male is dull colored with a large white crescent before the eye and a chalky blue patch on the fore-edge of the wing.
Two brothers EK E of Pasadena and Charlie of Washington along with Mrs. W A Phillips of Washington are listed among survivors in a New Mexico teaching context.
John Brown the abolitionist married twice and fathered 20 children with eight dying young. His sons aided him in all undertakings and two were killed at Harpers Ferry.
Announcement this week states Eveready Plumbing and Heating Co will service Green Colonial fur naces with Mr Norton, a heating graduate who arrived six years ago and has "made good." The town heard addresses at the Sunday School convention drawing 500 delegates and locals. Roy Brewer moves to Washington to manage the Washington branch, living on South Ave. D. Dr Fred Reid, streets and alleys chair, says more paying property could justify up to thirty blocks of contractor work if requested by owners.
Rev W J Stevens leaves Washington to lead a Four Square church in Decatur and oversee state squads. Silver jubilee celebrated by Catholic Foresters in Richmond. Spelling champ Donald Hines returns from Des Moines with a fine record. Marriage licenses issued to Ray Sommers Goldie Maxwell and Lloyd Derby Ardith Tinney. Sara Lu Miller sustains a chin injury from a hay mow fall. Bea Wilson graduates soon and joins Sigma Theta Tau. Hesseltine family moves to new South Iowa home. Mrs Wilson and Mrs Allen return from California. Granddaughter arrives for the Stout family in Fort Dodge. Dr Niles speaks to Rotary. county superintendent election planned May. Sunday School plates sought. Outward Bound to be staged April 27 28 at the high school. Daytons touring with Pomona college glee club across seven western states. Clows visit home. Ames chemistry trip for students. Garden club elects Latchem as leader. newcomers party by YW. Murdock named Y’s new president. Guidance session set for April 28. commencement plans advance. State Sunday School convention begins April 25. Maxheim new hire at Elder and Shannon. McGrady, Brixley and Moffit plan weekend meeting. Aytes Wheelan head of Handcraft dept 3. Eastwood hosts Presbyterian Missionary society.
Mrs Glen Martin was called to Des Moines on Sunday by the serious illness of her sister Mrs Milton Strickler who is in Mercy hospital. Nela Bo Westermark has been in the past few days.
Mary Horiley from Wisconsin Loras McGrady and Merle Maxheim from Illinois and Mildred Moffit from western Iowa travel to a conference as Elder and Shannon representatives. Friends report George Mann of Iowa City in serious condition.
Frank Shinabarger, once a local resident, lies ill at his Muscatine home with his wife also ill. Their son Glen traveled from Pittsburgh to be with them. Formerly Belle Fisher, Shinabarger is linked to Emma J. Anderson and T. L. Brookhart families as relatives visit. Mrs. Virgil Wittmer begins work at Phillips and Hebners soda fountain.
A writer criticizes Sunday loud whistling and racial mockery. The piece notes ribbing aimed at Black people and observes a bald man laughing at jokes that others find offensive.
The speaker notes that many tramps regard their current stay as an initial encounter with such living. He asserts everyone endures foolish schemes by foolish people and questions what would be thought of a man who wears exaggerated puffed headgear.
A stream of witty observations on employment, hair, fashion, and physique. The author notes how judging by looks or accessories misleads, praises skill like driving horses, and jokes about identity, grooming, and social norms with a playful, provocative tone.
A line of worshipers entering the church notes a lengthy prayer by the preacher. The scene captures devotion as the congregation waits for the service to continue.
Chinese tung oil has the highest specific gravity among fatty oils except castor oil. It sets quickly into a hard jelly when heated and is used for paints varnishes dyes and as a motor lubricant. It also waterproofs paper in China.
The Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle near Cork draws many visitors especially lovers. legend says kissing the stone while reciting wishes grants remarkable persuasive power over one’s partner.
Collier's Weekly notes Emperor Nicholas I honored Russia's 1851 Moscow to St Petersburg line. He required hats removed by men and head coverings by women in stations and on trains for years after the completion.
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