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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1940

Page

4

Wallace nomination and political debate ideas in 1940 wide commentary

The piece notes Secretary Wallace’s expected Des Moines notification of a vice presidential bid, cites his family legacy, contrasts his views with his father and grandfather, and discusses potential debates between presidential candidates and the value of a national radio debate. It mentions Washington schools reopening and hints at decentralization of industries.

Wallace Des Moines Lowa Candie Allace Willkite Lssues Lincoln Douglas

Citizens seek smaller towns for more home life amid war mood

The piece notes many Americans commute long distances to cities and would move to smaller communities for more home life. A public poll shows 14 percent favor intervention abroad, with higher hopes for defense not war. income groups show 10 9 percent? correction.

America

Roosevelt third term critique shocks Huronite stance

The Evening Huronite criticizes President Roosevelt for seeking a third term and the method of his nomination. It argues the 1926 landslide was not a blank mandate and urges protest to safeguard democratic norms, noting public opinion shifts toward Willkie among newspapers.

Roosevelt Willkie Chicago Huron South Dakota Mr. Roosevelt United States

Sheriff and Clown Share Comedy Honors at Sidney Rodeo

Fremont county sheriff SIDNEY S. Christopher shared honors with stocky rodeo clown Shorty Groogan at the Sidney rodeo. The pair helped manage a dangerous Brahma bull Popeye during the event with the clown narrowly avoiding the animal’s charges as pickup men corralled the bull.

Rodeo Sidney. S. Christopher Fremont County Shorty Groogan Sidney Rodeo Popeye Christopher

Boy and Dog Bite Story From a Family Moment

Dan Sr questions his son after a dog nips Danny leaving a small cheek gash. Danny explains the dog Skippy cannot talk, prompting a humorous exchange about apology and communication.

Dan Danny Brindley Dan, Sr Skippy Danny

Neighbors Praise Art Swift and His Rock Garden

Readers laud Art Swift as a superb neighbor on vacation. He fought weeds along a fence line with a sickle and poison, claiming two year weed kill. He also boasts a rock garden with between three and four thousand rocks.

Art Swift Art

Sage Sayings From The Press Slap Back Of Sunburned

A Louisville Courier Journal item notes a back slap as a sign of friendship but warns it can hurt if the back is sun burned. The quip highlights humor in everyday gestures and regional newspaper tone.

Louisville Courier-Journal

Y M C A Week Notes Highlight Events at Alpha Phalanx

Alpha chapter of Phalanx held a Friday 6 30 dinner at the North Side Y M C A. The Meyers family reunion drew 185 people to the building as rain ruined park use. Community activities included a union service led by Marion George and committee, 4 H guests, Rotary on junior college features, life saving class, church softball league planning, rural chorus practice, Hi Y book exchange, and an arts and crafts exhibit planned by Wayne Kendrick’s Alpha Phalanx group.

Alpha Chapter Phalanx North Side Meyers Y.M.C Wayne Kendrick

Tucker Drives Y M C A Physical Committee Growth

Claude Tucker owner of Tucker’s Chevrolet chairs the Y M C A physical committee with Rev. Fred Eastwood Lee Holland Leo Hoover and Bill Shannon. They created the region’s largest southeastern Iowa basketball tournament and promote swimming basketball and volleyball programs for boys and men. Tucker’s son Gene is also active in the Y M C A and Y’s Men’s club making a strong team in Y work.

Claude Tucker Tucker Chevrolet Y.M.C.A Fred Eastwood Lee Holland Leo Hoover Bill Shannon Iowa Gene

Former Iowan Helps British in Medic Corps

Des Moines reports Dr Veedera Waknitz of New York formerly an interne at General hospital in Des Moines joined 11 other doctors bound for England to serve six months as medical volunteers for wounded Allied forces. The effort is led by Dr P D Wilson of New York City and supported by Allied Relief fund Inc.

Des Moines Veedera W. Waknitz New York N. Y Tread Lawns General Hospital England P. D. Wilson New York City Waknus

Whisky Insurrection Responded By Militia in Pennsylvania

Fifteen thousand militiamen were mobilized to quell the Whisky insurrection in western Pennsylvania after authorities moved to end illicit distilling. The uprising arose as local temperance efforts clashed with illegal liquor production and distribution.

Pennsylvania

What Parents Should Know About Scabies

An overview of scabies causes and lifecycle, symptoms, and at home and school sanitation. It stresses early discovery, complete decontamination of clothing and bedding, hot baths before treatment, and rechecking after ten days to two weeks. The Washington County Health Unit urges reporting and school exclusion to stamp out the disease.

Health Department Washington County Washington County Health Unit

Italy Begins U-Boat Salvage From Adriatic Bed

The Italian government started work to raise 11 German U-boats sunk in the Adriatic after the armistice. The subs are being raised for scrap iron, with crews scuttling them previously.

Adriatic

Des Moines 4 Day Extended Forecast in August

In Des Moines Iowa the four day forecast from August 24 to 28 shows scattered light to moderate showers on Saturday and Sunday. The period calls for generally fair conditions Monday through Wednesday with cooler temperatures on Saturday and around Monday. Temperatures are expected to run above normal for the period.

Des Moines Iowa

Lithuanian Bride Prepares Groom Trousseau and Gifts

A Lithuanian bride Maree gathers a full trousseau for her husband including shirts socks and vests crafted months before their wedding. She also outfits her wedding party with garments for the groom and his brothers to wear on the ceremony day.

Maree Ciorg A Trousseau

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