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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1939
Page
4
In a 1939 reflection the author argues that simple easy to read ideas reach the masses, while democracy requires intelligent citizens. It warns against demagogues and notes social progress over 150 years, urging the build up of understanding and cautioning sanctification movements.
Plaintiff, a Cedar Township resident, seeks divorce from William H. Springman. They married in Mock Island, Dinos, on March 3 1933 and separated January 12 1934 after alleged desertion. They have a minor child, William Harry Springman Jr aged six. Case set for Sept 11 1939. failure to appear may lead to default and decree as prayed. Attorney T L Brookhart. Aug 29 1939.
A petition to the Iowa State Commerce Commission by the Burlington Railway and Light Company seeks authority to erect poles wires towers cables conduits and fixtures for lighting power and heatage in Washington County. The filing aims to grant a franchise to conduct electricity across designated rights of way and public property.
The Washington centennial parade drew wide praise with observers noting its size and spectacle at Case Field. A Davenport observer called it unmatched, while locals promised more show in upcoming Wednesday and Thursday events.
Louis J. Kehoe lauds the city of Washington as it marks its 100th birthday. He praises the founders, urges pride in self-reliance, and contrasts past hardships with present comforts while calling for citizens to emulate early builders and endure without government reliance.
The Cardinal Guild at Iowa State College voted to petition the mayor and city council to install traffic signals at the dangerous Lincoln Highway crossing near the campus to improve safety for students and residents.
The Slack Brothers, owners of a sorghum molasses mill in Hartford, planted about ten acres of cane. The crop grew well, but chinch bugs later destroyed the entire crop. A second crop grew but faced the same fate before frost, as bugs ate the cane again.
A fragment notes King Arthur's castle remains in Cornwall. The text references a site connected to Arthurian legend and local history, suggesting a historic fortress or ruins with cultural significance.
Correspondent Mrs. Wittmer writes President Roosevelt about cost of production prices. The USDA explains difficulties in defining costs and the impracticality of universal figures, urging refinement of the Ever Normal Granary program and noting limited surveys and equity concerns. John B. Wilson Jr. signs the reply.
The poinsettia, a common Christmas plant, grows wild in Mexico and appears in nearly every garden. This hardy plant thrives in warm regions and decorates homes during the holiday season.
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