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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1940
Page
4
A reflective column contrasts Nazi influence in occupied Europe with American capitalism and homefront thrift. It notes German actions in schools, Italian unrest, interned soldiers taunts in Canada, and urges prudence in savings as the backbone of democracy. It cites a banker’s view that capitalism equals democracy in action and safeguards of private enterprise.
A broadcast excerpt contrasts scarcity ethics with free enterprise and warns against state overreach. It notes a forthcoming comet sightings while recalling Norway’s 1940 collapse and Dies Committee findings, ending with a defense of newspapers as purely newsfocused.
Guest columnist Jacek Soodgrass reports on a government flight training program for students who must complete cross country stip trips to unfamiliar airports. He highlights Gene Tucker as a standout, notes Virginia as Iowa’s only female instructor, and mentions Dean Meade’s flying efforts. Also covers Civil Aeronautics Authority cautions, local airport development in Ottumwa, and Allied air operations including American pilots aboard Lockheed Hudson bombers with cautions about safety and international training efforts.
A column recalls local aviation visits at the airport with Pilots from Muscatine Burlington and Iowa City. It notes a Waco Military Trainer from Peoria and Mansfield Witt of Shellrock, and remarks on field conditions and holiday greetings.
Luther G. Andrews recalls Phoots Andrews who faced discouragement as business faltered. He urges avoiding self pity and maintaining courage by embracing the old saying it’s darkest before the dawn, noting optimism can sustain action even in hard times.
Across editorials from Chariton to Grinnell the treatment of Italians by Greeks and the fate of axis powers are debated. Writers urge steadfast courage, divine providence, and the idea that dictatorships need ongoing victory to endure while democracy shows stubborn resilience.
An unconventional claim suggests Helen of Troy was sixty when Paris fell, citing Homer’s account as the basis for dating the myth and the romance between Paris and Helen.
The National Safety Council cites war jitters as a key factor in the alarming increase in automobile accident deaths. Researchers urge improved driver training and road safety measures to counter the trend.
Colonel Rosco Turnyer is cited as the ace of the racing scene in a brisk note. The item highlights his prominence and skill in quick competition, signaling upcoming events and public interest in his performances.
Mrs Woodrow Miller and her son Larry plan to join Woodrow in Glendale California leaving Friday by train from Ft Madison A visit to Rex Miller in California followed Thanksgiving at the Wryce home in Glendale The A A Jackson family moves into Ella Shively property next week while the Blivens relocate to Columbus Junction
Government weather bureau records name St Petersburg Florida the sunshiningest city in the United States with an average of 360 clear days each year based on official observations.
Mrs Mary Johan ovic of Toledo Ohio reported a vivid dream in which her son's bed was on fire. She woke in a panic and rushed to his room to find him asleep and a cigarette smoldering, the flames enveloping the bed as she intervened to save him.
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