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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1944
Page
5
The text proposes gaining closer companionship with saints and immortals by absorbing their message and spirit. It emphasizes study and receptivity to spiritual guidance to deepen connection and understanding.
Sergeant Ronald D. Cox, previously listed missing, has been identified as a prisoner of war, bringing relief to Mr. and Mrs. Cox and lifting a family from deep fear to cautious hope. The column also reflects wartime concerns about health, labor, and morale as America presses its war effort.
A collage of jokes and verse pieces. The fragment includes lines about a politician's accountability and a crash aftermath, racial caricatures, naval duty humor, fashion gag, and a Wilcox poem about pleasure and pain.
Henry asks for a definition of a true music lover. Tom answers humorously that such a man listens through a keyhole after hearing a soprano in the bathroom.
In a brief exchange, two men discuss communication prowess. One quips that FF knew how to talk when To was born, highlighting a playful remark about speaking ability.
A dialogue recalls a claim about morning screams and stories told by parents. The speakers debate whether the assertion is true, with one insisting the memory is factual and tied to family lore.
Court in Washington County Iowa fixed for hearing on a will alleged as the last will of Charlie D Farcell deceased dated July 21 1944. Hearing set for 9:00 A M Thursday August 1944 at the Washington Court House before the District Court or the Clerk. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the instrument should not be probated as the decedent's last will. By order of Clerk R R Noonan August 10 1944.
To prevent new wallpaper from being spotted by old grease stains apply a seal such as aluminum chloride or shellac over the stain before wallpapering.
Four thousand men of the Shetland Islands, part of a 20,900 population, are now at sea with many serving in the Navy as wartime mobilization continues.
Eighteen 4 H girls three leaders and Ruth Foster county home economist returned from a two day camp at Edgewater north of Columbus Junction. The group from eight clubs engaged in handcraft weed ID music and discussions on courtesy safety and world improvement. Activities included outdoor cooking campfire vespers and a pin making note and care tips for foundation garments.
Nicotine sulfate is used to control plant lice and other sucking insects and is sold as a liquid for sprays. Black Leaf 40 is a well known brand. Concentrated nicotine sulfate is a violent poison but it quickly dissipates from treated plants when applied as dust or spray.
Bird watchers report a sharp decline of the Duck Hawk also known as the Peregrine Falcon spurring concern among falconry circles. Egg collectors are identified as primary contributors to the decline amid ongoing wildlife debates and conservation calls.
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