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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1940
Page
3
A Bible Thought views wasteful spending and biblical guidance from Isaiah. The piece recalls Will Rogers’ 1923 reflections on Europe’s fate, critiques postwar partitioning, and frames the Century Club dinner amid rainy attendance. It notes the Three Quarter Century Club gathering and the aging, continuing drama of life.
Centerville readers weigh Lindbergh’s isolationist view against those urging aid to England. The piece argues for tolerance of differing opinions, noting past missteps and the need to influence peace without full involvement.
The piece notes improved grapefruit science and warns of a potential eye irritant. Hitler delays assault on Britain awaiting astrological word while fogs may roll in aiding a stronger British defense. Observers see rising odds for Britain's defense and American hope for altered blitzkrieg plans. With Farley and Wallace quitting and Perkins possibly resigning, openings open for Republicans in Roosevelt's cabinet.
The Atlantic News Telegraph argues the president could mobilize a vast force by combining regular and draft armies with National Guard and reserve officers. When added to blank checks granting authority, the president may wield an army of about three million, surpassing any living ruler except Stalin or Hitler, a potential danger to democratic governance.
A church organist in Waukon took time to study music after practice while the janitor locked the building for the night. The janitor left early and, finding the organist missing, locked the doors. The organist then crawled out a window to exit.
Community notes recall visiting guests at Oskaloosa and Keota while Harmony club members picnic at Lake McBride. Families plan outings to Lake Keomah and Monmouth Illinois with friends and relatives. A reader questions why Washington County lacks a lake or outdoor swimming pool and urban park alike.
District No 4 report lists visits and social visits across towns. Donald Harter will visit the Mert King home this week after returning from Rock Island and Davenport with the Hart er family. Several relatives and friends attend funerals and visit family across Ottumwa Ainsworth Lake McBride Shannon City and Afton. Mrs James Brooks is ill with a lingering condition described as improving with rest and diet.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M holds regular meetings on the first Friday of each month. W M Howard McBride presides and A W Yard serves as secretary for the lodge.
Mixed Train No 22 operates daily at 11 30 a m except Sunday. Agents C F Anderson and Goodlander oversee consignments. Service details include schedule notes and station references for Goodland area.
Riverside residents, led by Methodist church members, felled two damaged trees on the parsonage property of Robert Smola and one on the Marner lot across the street. The trio included a catalpa, an elm, and an oak. Wood from the trees went to the church for fuel.
A Masons and Eastern Star members and families plan a Wednesday evening picnic at 6 30 in Ainsworth park. Guests include visiting relatives from Chicago Greenwich Conn Crawfordsville and New Jersey. A potluck dinner will precede a visit and social hour.
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