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Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
8
Paved road linked to Elm Grove Cemetery to open
Washington celebrates a new paved road from South Iowa Avenue to Elm Grove Cemetery with preliminary work starting immediately and completion planned for spring. The strip, long discussed, will allow safe two way travel, fix muddy and hole issues, and end sharp West-end turns.
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Washington
Iowa Avenue
Elm Grove Cemetery
Crowds Drawn by Washingtons Underpass Digging
The ongoing Washington underpass project has attracted large daily crowds as crews dig new trenches. Spectators watch the mechanical shovels at work, with North 4th contractors delivering a notable display. An act of vandalism yesterday amplified public turnout.
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North 4Th
Underpass Construction Warns of Late Night Dangers
Citizens cautious about a deep, widening ditch beneath a road as work nears completion. The unprotected underpass presents a risky drop with a wet, hard landing at the bottom, prompting warnings especially for night travel near the church.
Theatregoers Silence Disruptive Talk at Des Moines Speech
A Des Moines audience of a large crowd heard a speaker interrupted when a man asked others to stop talking for a few minutes to avoid disturbing two men nearby. The remark drew laughter and ended the chatter.
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Des Moines
Alarm at Keeley Institute Sees Rising Women Patients
The Keeley Institute reports record treatments from 1935 to 1938 surpassing over thirty years in earlier decades. Superintendent notes a 90 percent rise in women patients since 1933, with 80 percent married and 75 percent housewives, many employed as secretaries or stenographers.
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Keeley Institute
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Iowa
Cherokee Times
World neighbors
Corydon Times-Republican notes a globalized grocery system with products from Alaska to Japan on local shelves. It highlights supply chains, quality standards, and the dollar’s wide reach in providing a week's food for households.
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Corydon Times-Republican
Alaska
Cuba
California
Vermont
Spain
India
Japan
Home Talent Play Boosts Treasury by Sixty Dollars
Am erican Legion members in Kalona report clearing 60 from a home talent play held last Thursday. Spevacek spent Monday with Mrs. Pribyl. Anna Kalosiek visits her sister Mrs. Priley this week. Mr. and Mrs. Lamont Kelley move into Edmondson apartments. Roy Oakes starts winter work at the Marner mill.
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Ernestine Grady
Kalona
American Legion
Iger Spevacek
Dalomen
Frank Pribyl
Anna Kalosiek
Frank Priley
Lamont Kelley
Edmondson
Roy Oakes
Marner Mill
Christmas Decorations Shine in Business District
Readers note especially pretty decorations in the business district this year and in Washington stores. Thanks to Charlie Davis for his contributions, handed in yesterday. The piece also includes two humorous asides about Cain and Abel and about chasing unhatched chickens, plus a Lowdown remark on a two legged creature noticing ankles in town versus a locomotive in the countryside.
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Charlie Davis
Bill Livingston to Wed as Washington attorney engagement noted
A letter from Ralph W Livingston recalls the engagement of Bill Livingston son of Mr and Mrs Schuyler Livingston to marry in Washington D C. The note includes a childhood remark by Billy Watkins at Mary Walton's Sunday school class reflecting on the engagement news.
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North
Marion Avenue
Washington
Pos
Iowa
International News Service
Adva
Bill Livingston
Schuyler Livingston
Washington, D. C
Ralph W Livingston
Bill
Dad
Billy Watkins
Mary Walton
Mr. Tivineston
Mud on Washington streets prompts call for action
A reader laments muddy streets after rain in Washington and criticizes lack of mats in shops. The letter suggests sweeping the streets with Mexican workers or colored boys and using vaseline inside noses to mask odors, arguing action is needed before mud spreads.
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V. O. IL
Washington
San Fernando County
Calif
Office Philosopher Quips About Old Days and Plans
A witty quotation reflects on life with a simpler era where people endured shortages by “doing without” rather than using installment plans. The remark frames a nostalgic contrast between past thrift and modern credit culture.
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Dad
Optimistic townsman endures losses with stubborn cheer
The man, famed for optimism, faced misfortunes including losing his home and job and the death of his wife. Despite despair and fading friendships, he remained upbeat and told a reporter he still had reasons to be thankful even if only for his rheumatism.
Another Sinner or Busy Corporation Cover Up
A housewife notes a man employed by a large corporation stole about $100,000 over several years. A friend suggests the company process could have masked the long period of theft, hinting at possible internal busyness or oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bie
Hubby
Thoughts on drunken driving laws and political jibes
A column discusses outlawing drunken drivers with blood tests and new legislation while noting excessive drinking destroys safety. It also parodies Thanksgiving reflections and mocks world leaders, then cites an editorial urging Democrats to consult 40 state leaders for party strategy.
Aviator Myth Questioned By Curious Boy
A skeptical boy questions the idea that men in airplanes surpass birds, noting a humorous image of a sleeping aviator clinging to a tree branch with one foot as he compares humans and birds.
Democratic leadership reshaping hinted after 1938 Iowa election
The piece argues Herring now leads the Iowa Democratic Party and should guide 1940 plans without a purge. It notes Earl Miller’s aggressive actions as secretary of state and warns the legislature may step in if state payrolls aren’t trimmed, with cooperation sought from the governor and executive council.
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Herring
Iowa
Democratic Party
Earl Miller
Executive Council
Miller
Bers
State Executive Council
State House
Quakers in Pennsylvania Enact Early Anti Slavery Measures
As early as 1700 the Quakers of Pennsylvania took anti slavery measures and excluded slave holders from their society.
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Pennsylvania
Why You May Be Constipated and How to Help
This piece suggests constipation stems from lack of dietary bulk and recommends Kellogg's All Bran as a daily remedy. It emphasizes crisp cereal, water intake, and joining the “regulars” for better elimination, noting Kellogg’s bold claim.
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Kellogg's
Kellogg
Battle
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