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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1944

Page

4

Liberal magazines critique Wallace defeat at Democratic convention

The New Republic declares Wallace and liberals crushed by Chicago bosses who control the Democratic committee. It notes the president helped ensure defeat and hints motives may be revealed later. The Nation echoes this view of Roosevelt's surrender to party bosses.

Lberal Henry Wallace Wallace the New Republic Chicago Democratic Committee New Republic Truman Roosevelt Hannegan Hague Kelly Flynn Democratic Party Northo South Centrol

Polish Liberation Committee Gains Ground in Poland

The Polish Committee of National Liberation backed by Moscow forms a new Polish government while labeling the exile government in London as illegal. the London exiles call the new body usurpers and communists. The clash signals a deepening split in Polish politics with potential eventual government control.

Moscow Committee of National Liberation Poland England London Stalin Committee of Liberation Coun

The Polish Question and Shifting Loyalties in 1944

The text discusses a Soviet backed Polish committee replacing the London exile government, challenging Western support and the Four Freedoms. It notes Moscow’s push to claim Polish independence is fading US and UK backing, with American Polish voters split between exile loyalties and new political alignment.

Moscow Baltic States Russia

Not Encouraging Argentine Aims in South America

The Argentine military government pursues two aims to assert leadership in South America and counter U S influence, with Brazil as a principal target. The future peace of the hemisphere looks uncertain and not encouraging from this trend.

Southmerica Brazil United States Argentina New Haven Journal-Courier

Wallace Causes Stir at Democratic State Convention

Henry Wallace makes a provocative bid to boost Democratic chances by linking war duration to election outcomes. He notes Iowa’s 1940 GOP vote and hints Democrats could win if the war continues past polls, while stressing rapid peace would aid Republicans.

Henry Wallace Mr. Wallace Iowa Willkie McNary Wallace America World

Well Spoken Riddles From a Mundane Page

In a munitions factory a man’s coat gets caught in a revolving wheel. He’s whisked round as the foreman switches off the machine and the worker asks why he wasn’t spoken to. Farm life jokes compare price to botany and zoology names. A quip about faith moves a mountain and basement ashes adds humor.

Quirky Dialogue Frames Outdoor Scraps of City Life

A playful montage of overheard lines shows a cider press farm scene, a golf quip about hitting a ball, a 5 000 seating skating rink, and a tense taxi death remark misread as dancing. Light humor and street chatter mingle with noir hints.

Press Cloth Use For Safe Garment Ironing

Directions advise placing a damp press cloth between the fabric and iron to protect wool rayon and silk. Start with the wrong side of the garment then smooth hems seams and collars from the right side. Ensure the iron is not too hot to avoid damage.

Mrs Anna Herr to Visit in Colorado

Mrs Anna Herr travels from Wellman to Grand Junction Colorado to visit her daughter Mrs Lloyd Weidlein and Dr Weidlein and son John his wife and to visit another daughter Mrs Wilbur Harvey and husband in Fruita Colorado where she plans to celebrate her 85th birthday.

C. F. Mayer Wellman Anna Herr Grand Junction Colo Lloyd Weidlein George FE. Miller Mary Beer Indiana Mr. Miller Wellman Co-operative Creamery Haberstroh Wm. Strickler Howard Walker G. L. Heiserman Robert McNeil Reuben Scharf Iowa City Glen Smith D. C Smith Glen Chas Ayers North Wellman

Riverside Neighbors Share News From Aug 3

Riverside residents report visits from W Smid and daughter gisse of Lone Tree to the Shradel family. Norma Knebel of Iowa City guests at Knebel parents. Mary Pogge from Mercy hospital Chicago visits three weeks with Pogge family. Leon Bulgere returns from furlough to Farragut Idaho. Darlene and Marie Sojka visit Chicago with Walsh relatives. Sergeant Stephen Dautremont, formerly in England, now in France. Ulmer Ries and daughter Mary Bonine of Iowa City visit Knittel home this week.

A. H. Pogge Gertrude Bulzer Ralph Walsh Lorence Marek Leon Bulgere Sheaman 2E Farragut Idaho Darlene Marie Sojka Riverside

Repairs Begin as Hardscrabble School Opens

Hardscrabble school will reopen with Mrs. Louise Gillaspie as teacher. Repairs will be done by patrons and hired workers. The community notes numerous visits, family gatherings, and travels among local residents including the Gillaspies, Wehr, and Robertson families.

Louise Gillaspie John Wehr Louise (Bell) Gillaspie Forest Henry Dickie Alec Gillies Robert Nardy Washington Matt Wehr C. J. Michael Marilyn Charles U Dal Kessler Wellman Glen Gordon Gilbert Allen Lynn Butterbaugh Brementon Wash Naval Hospital Virginia Griggs Armour Griggs Cotter Sharon Griggs Will Nortons Stockport Anton Allen Norma Harry Payne Harvey Leeper Alice Bell Clark Bell Perry Leepers Prescott Arig Bobby Brower Allan Fickling John Brower Maxwell Roy Geret Ainsworth Trier Keith Wehr Dean Trier Army Camp Little Reek Ark Fritchen Bros Robertson Bros Bill Klett Charley

Malaria A Global Health Burden In 1931 Large Untreated Population

Malaria remains a widespread disease with far more people untreated than treated. In 1931 about 18 million individuals were reported to the League of Nations as under treatment, though many more went without care.

League of Nations

Annual Certificate For Publication General Reinsurance Corporation

Insurance Department of Iowa certifies General Reinsurance Corporation, New York, authorized to transact Direct Business in Iowa through April 1, 1945. December 31 1943 sworn statement shows admitted assets 24,642,439.61 Liabilities 16,642,439.61. capital 1,000,000. surplus over all stateshare 7,000,000. policyholder surplus 8,000,000. Des Moines June 1 1944.

Insurance Department of Iowa Code of Iowa I. Chas. R. Fischer Fidelity and Surety Iowa Des Moines

Edible Soybeans Praised For Disease Resistance

Edible soybeans resist bean beetles and most garden diseases though rabbits are a major threat. The note highlights strong pest resistance with a single notable drawback for gardeners.

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