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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1932
Page
8
A brief obituary notes funeral services for Dewey McAvoy who died in World War I. The item also mentions Kodak film availability with new eight exposure size and claims one day finishing service.
Local news item notes four defendants were found guilty of manslaughter. Also mentioned are domestic notices of Mrs. Rose M. Reid traveling to Detroit for the supreme Shrine meeting and renovations in the Bassett family with relatives moving between Illinois and California.
Read about a Honolulu court verdict in the Kahahawai case and reactions from Massie and Darrow. Community calm with naval patrols, jurors convict Lieut Massie and three others, while prosecutors and families react amid threats.
Scientists say future babies may cry for bottled sunshine and a plan to prevent delays on stormy days is to be developed. The Manchester Union notes the idea of storing sunlit energy for scarce good weather.
A sign in an Arizona lunchroom quips about steak and toughness. The caption suggests a humorous play on words reflecting light local humor in the cafeteria setting.
Mrs A Hochstadtler left Keota after visiting her sister Mrs Wim Fitzwilliam. Mr and Mrs Wombacher of 820 South Iowa Ave moved to Peoria after two months here. Word arrives that Mrs H H Baxter daughter of Mrs H H Baxter was elected organizer of the Ohio PBO at the recent state convention.
Thieves entered the Twickenham estate of Manuel II of Portugal during the night and ransacked the library and music room. Authorities fear several valuable paintings were stolen though household aides kept details secret. Manuel, exiled since 1910, slept through the burglary.
The article explains three arches besides the long inner arch from heel to big toe. It notes the front arch across the ball, the outer arch near the little toe, and the midfoot arch under the instep.
A Los Angeles Times note describes couples sharing light conversations before sleep and occasionally competing against each other in bridge games, illustrating domestic life and leisure habits.
Ansel Chapman of Iowa City and James Williams of Abraham Lincoln high win four year University of Iowa liberal arts scholarships after ext improvisational speaking. Chapman led with a talk on Soviet Russia while Williams spoke on unemployment. District finalists Wells Barnett of Waterloo and Lilian Arent of Humboldt also competed with judges from University of Washington Gustavus Adolphus College and the hosting university.
The Fureka church people plan a special program and basket dinner next Sunday to honor eighth grade graduates. Jin Benda visited Waterloo Me recently. Mrs Clark Wagner and family plan moving to Wayland Monday for a garage job. Charlie Davison and Fred Wagner attended a Farm Bureau meeting in Washington. Jim Benda bought feeding shares of C J Wagner. Ladies Aid society meets at Mrs Ward Essley’s home next Wednesday afternoon.
A small but vital fact reports that iodine in a swan's body, essential for glandular function, equals the size of a common pin. This striking comparison underscores the tiny yet crucial role of trace elements in animal physiology.
Bethel note of sympathy extends to Mr. and Mrs. George Reed and family after the death of both of Mrs Reed and Mr Reed's mothers. Mrs Moore died April 19 and Mrs Reed's mother was buried April 21 at age 83. Readers recall Achievement Day at City Hall in Washington and a church social at Pethel church. Mr and Mrs Donald Brown hosted dinner for Mrs Caroline Tucker. Harve Wilson repaired work on the old Logue place east of town.
A reflection on readiness and action by Martin Luther notes that waiting for perfect conditions guarantees inaction and failure. The quote urges timely effort in pursuit of truth and achievement.
Miss Esther Carlton from Iowa City attended the junior college play with Miss Elinor Douglas and stayed overnight with her guest. Jessica Milligan joined the visit with sister Aileen Milligan, then the group returned to Iowa City Saturday morning. Local residents and visitors frequent the town, with plans and calls noted among Mrs. Vastine, Mr. and Mrs. Swift, and others.
Miss Martha Sidles visited her Jerome home for the weekend. Mrs. Rodney Kephart, recently ill with pneumonia, shows slow but steady improvement.
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