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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1931
Page
3
A devotional reflection centers on Jeremiah 31 33 proclaiming Gods plan to write the law on hearts and make Israel a his people. The meditation emphasizes inward renewal and close relationship with God through a fulfilled covenant.
Dick McCleery of Washington has been named president of the International Association of Y's Men’s clubs. The community and Journal celebrate a young man of exceptional ability taking on demanding duties with a focus on human service and civic citizenship.
The article highlights Senator Smith W. Brookhart as one of the busiest U S senators that summer with speeches across diverse locations. It notes his renomination campaign is well launched, with little sign of strong primary opposition and an anticipated re election next year.
The piece warns of severe hardship in eastern coal regions this winter as the industry struggles to readjust after wartime highs. It cites an oversupply of mines and miners, with price resistance from the public and many mines operating barely above cost, while some operators and policies are criticized as failing workers.
A light column recounts a playful mishap as Lanna Bill Shanton gets lost after a trip to Camp Wapsi Y with friends following dubious directions. The piece also notes a dramatic double rainbow seen near Iowa City, plus playful anecdotes about neighbors, students, and a running stream of quotations and light jests.
Carroll Aug 11 The district court ruled the legislative expense act unconstitutional nullifying $500 per session reimbursements and the filing method with the state auditor. Brown McCrary was plaintiff attorney. George W ODonnell will appeal to the state supreme court noting McCrary is a taxpayer.
In St Joseph Michigan authorities from Michigan Nebraska and Wisconsin seek custody of Gus Winkler, injured in a car crash, as other states may join the contest. Winkler is a bank bandit suspect apprehended after the crash and the custody fight centers on where he will be held and prosecuted.
Identified as one of the men who robbed a Lincoln bank last year, netting 2.5 million in cash and securities. Wisconsin authorities reportedly placed a warrant for Winkler in the mail, naming him as an aide to Fred Burke in the same raid.
A crime report notes a theft at Jefferson Wisconsin involving a loss of 320000 dollars. Police investigated the incident and are searching for suspects.
An order signed by Judge R L Mes ford permanently enjoins Grand Junction from erecting a municipal lighting system. The ruling affects the town in Jefferson reported on August 11.
Vocabulary lesson explains idolatrous meaning as excessive reverence for antiquity. It notes common mispronunciations and guidance on proper pronunciation and usage of titles and the word August.
A reader sends a derisive tale about a New Orleans hotel and a dying salesman. The note mocks a shopkeeper’s blunt reply and laments a long history of commerce and travel. The piece breezily references Fulton’s steamboat and Europe’s tourism impact in a satirical tone.
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