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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1939
Page
4
A religious note reflects on Paul and Silas praying and singing at midnight as described in Acts 16 25. The verse highlights steadfast faith amid confinement and praises directed to God heard by fellow prisoners.
The Journal prints a reader letter from Los Angeles praising the Washington Iowa Centennial edition. The writer credits the big production, calls out the humorous beard observations, and laments modern shaved faces while praising the edition's humor and realism.
Stanley Miller praises the Washington Evening Journal souvenir edition of 108 pages 1839 to 1959. He notes many familiar local men in photos and reflects on 19th century neighbors, German and Swiss ancestry, and memories sparked by the publication. He mentions contributing funds and hopes for civic pride.
A heavy July Aug downpour halted Louisa county fair events at Columbus Junction. Miss Musa Todd reports 1.95 inches of rain between 2 30 and 3 46 P M with water covering parts of the grounds. Lightning struck a large tree near the amphitheater and electric power was out for hours. Judging began but was halted and the thrill day events were canceled due to rain while displays and livestock entries remained.
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