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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1946
Page
4
A column mixes social ethics with national policy and farm commerce. It questions spending on social security for farmers, notes cattle prices and market volatility, cites press cases and public attention on crime, and ends with jet travel predictions from Commodore Whittle.
A Lancashire soldier and his partner Jane spend a day together. Jane’s mother notes Joe gave only sixpence, and Jane insists he should be whipped if he cannot afford it. Jane later visits Joe to demand the coin back, saying he should not stay up late.
A speaker recalls a long beard used to conceal a former flaw. The narrator notes regret and the decision to remove or hide the facial hair as a metaphor for changing identity. The reflection hints at social circles and self perception.
A minister laments the congregation's attention during sermons while a father suggests placing a clock behind the pulpit to keep the gaze on the speaker. The exchange reflects a quiet dilemma in maintaining focus during religious addresses.
A humorous retelling describes King Solomon as a wise figure who resolves a dispute over a baby by asking for a split decision. The tale mentions his many wives and connections to masons, and ends with the narrator claiming Solomon was a warm and impressive man.
The salesman claims a book will halve the reader’s burden. The reply agrees and the couple continues, “Good, I’ll take two.” A question about a father’s reaction to an impending marriage follows, hinting at family tensions as the dialogue continues.
Iowa crop and live stock service reports general grain stocks are low. Corn on hand totals about 100.6 million bushels, the smallest since 1936 drought, for four months supply. Oats on Iowa farms reach 43 million bushels, highest since 1938. commercial storages in state are low on all stocks.
The War Assets Administration vows strict action against surplus property chiselers. Veterans who misuse civilian priority certificates are the main target, with 30 civilians arrested and 26 indicted. Joseph Carroll leads expanded enforcement at 21 offices nationwide while 1,206 cases were reviewed in Q2 1946.
The fragmentary humorous items include a Scotsman’s request for speedy change at Jersey City, a suburban wife’s quip about her husband, and a courtroom quip about a prisoner’s April 7 missed chance to steal an iron bar, all in light local humor tone.
Des Moines Aug 12 UP feeder cattle receipts in Iowa for July totaled 62 755 head, 64 percent above July 1945. Market gains spur early selling of grain fed and grass cattle across 12 markets, with six month shipments at 156 896 head, three percent below last year.
James Lancaster age 37 died from burns after Sullivan Hotel fire in Osage on Saturday. Victim William Burning, 72, remained in critical condition as nine others escaped from the third floor. Deputy Zachary Cook investigated, estimating damage at 15000 dollars and attributing the blaze to a cigarette or soldering circuit near a rear room.
Des Moines Aug 15 UP Officials sharpen plans for Iowa's state centennial exposition as the fair opens in ten days. The 370 acre grounds and 15 buildings show activity. Secretary L B Cunningham says 6000 to 6500 prize animals will enter judging with entries over 10 percent above prior highs. Prizes total 90000 for the national stock show Aug 23 to 30 and an attendance of 500000 is forecast for the eight day fair. The grounds were previously used by the Army Air Forces during the war.
The light reflex is the pupil’s automatic constriction in bright light and dilation in dim light. In some social diseases the pupils fail to respond to light.
A lavish romantic comedy stars George Brent Lucille Ball and Vere Zornia. The film from Michael Fessier and Ernest Pagano follows a war correspondent and his camerawoman returning from Europe. Brent plays the writer with Zornia in a key role.
Des Moines August 18 reports by 80 county superintendents show a statewide shortage of about 1591 teachers for Iowa public schools. Educators warn of rural closures and call for increased state support and policy action ahead of the 52nd general assembly.
Public notice proclaims the incorporation of the English River Valley Turkey Association with a principal officer described as the feminine lens wizard. The text then shifts to a fictional narrative about a correspondent’s wife facing infidelity and jealousy, culminating in a Las Vegas divorce threat and a comic conclusion.
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