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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1935
Page
4
A compact reflection links Deuteronomy 30 15 to a Plutarch admonition and Hamerton on balance between social belonging and individual freedom. The piece frames life good and death and evil as a daily choice and compares a perfect life to a ship of war with a defined role in the fleet yet capable of solitary voyage.
An essay argues for mutual care like a family to reach justice. It notes a Corning New York glass eye being cast, the biggest telescope eye planned to view 1.2 billion light years, powered mainly by photography, with a five to six year polishing timeline.
The notice reports By-the Way's Santa contest slow with only two entries and three prize boxes of candy offered. It also includes stray classroom quips and a fragmentary dialogue about riches and a lobby sighting.
A speaker argues for applying the Golden Rule to improve society but contends people resist sacrificing for the common good. The passage contrasts urging generosity with insisting on self-benefit, framing it as a central national issue.
The Christmas program at the Christian Church features a congregational dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by a program at 7:30 PM. Readings by Mrs. C. C. Whouse and Henrietta Marble, with Trey Ann Stewart singing. A play titled The Spirit of Christ Speaks will be staged by junior and intermediate classes, directed by Mrs. Arnon H. Carter. Rev. Mr. Carter will outline the Iowa Centennial plan for the denomination.
John Warnock and a list of neighbors express gratitude for their kindness in gathering corn. The note names individuals such as Marvin Warnock Donald McLaughlin Le Roy McGraw Clyde Rouse Jim Brooks Walter Gardner Elwyn Gardner Boyd Stephen Clyde Lambert Earl Kephart and Roy and thanks them for the assist.
J C McKay reports Burlington railway and firemen's organization have reached an agreement ending the strike. An extra man will be added to the cab on stream line trains as the management emphasizes safety in operation.
A guest at a dining room requests Welch rarebit, a broiled lobster, French fried potatoes, and a bottle of imported ale. The incomplete note ends with an unread portion.
A waiter asks to write and sign the order as an alibi for the house to the coroner. A guest questions the need, sparking a brief, darkly comic exchange about proving events after a death.
The text describes a humorous scene with a father receiving a silver trophy for husky triplets and pondering if it is a one time award or must be won three years in a row. It introduces a new game using matches and a bottle, noting amateur and professional skill levels and a joke about entertaining a minister.
The speaker proclaims three prizes will be awarded regardless of entries and hints they may claim one themselves, expressing personal stake in the outcome.
Washington reports treasury figures for the year ended June 30 1935 showing beer liquors and wines totaling about 2.57 billion dollars in estimated public cost and public consumption reaching over two and a half billion dollars. Prohibition advocates and opponents clash over bootleg losses and the broader social and economic impact of alcohol consumption.
Community Christmas program set for December 23 on Main Street with committees named for tree, finance, treats, Santa Claus, program, decorations and police. All children will receive a treat.
The Lewis family expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for compassion during the illness and death of Bernard Lewis. Special thanks go to Mrs. Bernard Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Elwin Lewis and family, and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Martin and family for their kindness and flowers.
Bernard D D P Lewis funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at two o clock at the L A Jones funeral home. Rev B F Schwartz led the service with music by a trio of David Fulton Leo Kennedy and Claude Woods and accompanist Eva Diller. pallbearers included Robert Lytle Charles George Phil George Robert Shannon Ernest Marshall and Roy McGraw. Burial followed in Keota cemetery.
Rev. F. Krueger will become pastor of St. John's Lutheran church in Wellman at the start of the year. He hails from Oshkosh Wisconsin and is presently studying in St. Louis. Interim services are led by Rev. Krause of Millersburg.
A historical view claimed that increased education and enlightenment would prevent wars. The remark reflects a common optimism about the link between schooling and peaceful international relations, contrasting later realities where conflict persisted despite literacy gains.
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