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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1939
Page
4
The piece contrasts reputation with character, citing Isaiah to note God’s strength. It argues reputation depends on others’ view, while character is the true measure of self. Real satisfaction comes from solid character, not merely a good name.
A dated reflection on August 18, 1939 notes crowds attend the circus parade to see elephants, monkeys, camels and big cats. It compares wild fauna past and present, observes how motion pictures boost awareness, and ponders the elephant’s captivity versus its wild history.
The excerpt praises a 23 foot stalk and discusses harvesting shifts for tall corn in Washington county. It mentions Don Radda and honors, then quotes a booklet praising ambition and the easy life, urging vision and hard work.
A Romanian emigrant who sold brooms in the United States left behind a million dollars in debts after signatures on mortgages and real estate papers. Treasury experts mocked the tale, noting the odd contrast between his modest life and vast liabilities. The report, from Joplin and Detroit papers, ends with satirical quips about borrowing and national prosperity.
A Webster City writer with Lew Warren and two Bobs returns from four weeks fishing near Ely Minnesota. They recall beards sparking local jokes and note a Chicago convention where bearded Y's Men may shine. Highlights: eighteen fish caught, a canoe mishap, and Lew Warren's beard nickname Cogunt Debache.
Community events and visits around Mt Pleasant Iowa include Aug 15 travelers from Portland and Gary visiting the J Newton Davis home and returning to Council Bluffs. Welsh Congregational church services near Iowa City were attended. local clubs held their annual picnic at Saunders Park with fried chicken. Wilma Martin recovered from tonsillectomy at her brother Komer Martin’s home. Mrs Lloyd Curtis of Iowa City mentioned.
Farmers in Westminster engage in cement work carpentry and painting during the seasonal lull. Nevins completes a supply tank and corn crib. Robert Greiner starts a double corn crib and garage floor. Lee Ralston has barn painted. Melvin Booth finishes a large feeding floor. Westminster school opens August 25 with Dorothy Wilson returning as teacher.
H Benton of South Dakota visited Boyd Twinam in East Sunset last week after sixty years apart. Also noted: Max Schlatter works nights at John Rath filling station. Edith Ferguson and cousin Morraine with two children returned from Nebraska to Mrs Linn McKee's home. Mr and Mrs Maxwell Houwer are mentioned in passing.
The text notes Ray Hustons entertaining relatives from Armour and Dakota on a Wednesday night and mentions a forthcoming opening in August at the parental C. Dewy Davia home where guests will stay for several days.
Community members from Archbald Ohio Chicago New York West Liberty Washington and Cedar Rapids drop by Noble to visit relatives attend the Washington county centennial and discuss road repairs. Attendees include Mr. and Mrs. Henry Short and family Mrs. Lang and daughters Mr. Lang on tour and many local residents at the Frey and Roth households.
Four-H club members exhibited 83 baby beeves at the Louisa county fair. The auction averaged $9.37 per hundred with top bids of $14 for several steers. Harper Has Champion Max Hafner of Letts showed the grand Hereford calf and earned a silver trophy plus $17.50 in cash prizes. Twelve head will go to the state fair.
Sulphur Louisiana area residents visited Clarence Fulton and extended kin Thursday. The Paul Howell and Hering families joined in Sunday dinner at the W. E. Frame home with guests including Marie Eisele Guy and Fannie Eisele. The group also visited Conesville and Weed Park Muscatine, with Mildred Anderson, Betty Schiatter, and others staying overnight.
Riverside August plans for St Marys parish Labor Day chicken dinner and fete include kitchen, dining room, bingo, refreshment stand, wheel, bottle rock, entertainment, horseshoe, ticketing and ushering committees. General committee members are Joseph Knebel A H Pogge Louis Yeggy and C V Dautremont with numerous volunteers listed.
Mr and Mrs John Pratt stay at the Wil Bell home to care for things while Mr and Mrs Bell and Mrs Bell s kin plan a trip to Yellowstone park and other places. Road north of McArlin a corner closed for oiling. Mr and Mrs Doyle Pieeker visit writer s home. Longer visit Jefferies home. Preeker at McBride Lake.
The Franklin District community shares a series of gatherings as families and relatives recount the Centennial celebration. Residents like Mr and Mrs Clifford Thompson and Mr and Mrs Harry Kiedl hosted dinners and card parties while neighbors recall visits from relatives in Davenport and Lexington Illinois. A lively week includes picnics, supper events, and family dinners with trips to Muscatine and Clarksville.
Ames Iowa 4 H leaders announced Blanche Brobell former Sac county 4 H leader will speak at the Education for Democracy conference in New York N Y. Brobell will represent 4 H girls of Ames with the topic Four H Educates for Democracy. She is finishing graduate studies in Washington DC and has served as home demonstration agent in Boone County and Wild Cat Den area. The H H club postpones meeting to Tuesday due to road work and local farm activity including sale of corn.
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