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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1948
Page
4
A collection of opinions notes patience in faith and government, critiques rioter police responses, and warns against staged political spectacles. It discusses civil trees in Oskaloosa, street widening, and the Berlin standoff with Stalin, urging sane action, caution in protests, and practical farm and meat policies. It ends urging visionaries to adapt to changing economics while maintaining democracy.
The Washington Press account from August 10, 1892, describes Ringling circus arrivals by rail at Washington with elephants, camels, and tents. The piece details how elephants move cages, push wagons, and drink vast water, while observers note their size, behavior, and the bustle of setup, crowd, and vendors.
Pearls long tied to Oriental lore appear in American finds with specimens sent to Furore and the Orient. The “Queen Pearl” valued at 10000 dollars was found near Patterson New Jersey. Natural pearls come from mollusks in Maine New Jersey New York Pennsylvania and the Mississippi valley. Artificial pearls are produced in France from guanin derived from herring scales.
A reflection on how people avoid weather chatter on good days while craving outdoor activity. The narrator notes that pleasant temperatures reduce weather talk and often prompt plans like a round of golf, contrasting with how bad days spur complaints.
When buying nylon sheerness the term denier indicates thickness. A 15 denier nylon is very thin suited for dress up and evening wear while 30 denier offers more durability for everyday wear.
Brighton notes detail multiple weddings in Linneus Missouri with guests from Brighton and surrounding areas. Lincoln and Pleasant Plain residents travel for ceremonies while others visit relatives in Iowa Minnesota and California. Local officials change with Doyl Paul and Loren McNeese appointments.
Mrs. George Nash Mrs. Edith Stacy and Lucy Sleak represented the local Legion Auxiliary at the Des Moines convention on Wednesday. Mrs Nash planned a longer stay following the event.
The Haskins Ladies Aid Society met at the home of Ethel and Vivian Booth with 20 members 5 visitors and 5 children attending. Rev. and Mrs. Mitchell Mrs. Brown of Brighton Mrs. Dixon and Mary Lou Coon joined as guests.
Safety in driving stresses keeping a car in safe operating condition. Key items include lights brakes tires windshield wipers steering and alignment the exhaust system windshield glass rear view mirror and horn. Regular checks prevent accidents and keep vehicles road ready.
Algae growth in a lily pond housing goldfish can be reduced by placing a few pennies or small copper pieces in the water to inhibit scum formation.
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