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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1932
Page
4
Hint on hats and deafness from a doctor’s casual remark
A newspaper note recalls a doctor warning about going hatless in cold weather. He says exposure can lead to later ear problems and possible deafness, urging readers to protect hearing. The piece ends by endorsing the Journal’s short story contest and a recent Brighton High School entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Kenneth Grant
Brighton High School
In Memoriam Mrs. A. 4. Stanley
A eulogistic obituary note praising Mrs. A. 4. Stanley for a life of achievement kindness and faith, mentioning her uplifting influence, appreciation of beauty and her role as a caregiver and inspiration to others. It reflects on her joyful life and lasting legacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Learn to labor more and worry less says Louis Be Thayer
A reflectiveepic urging patience and steady work over anxiety. The author Louis Be Thayer recalls past sleepless nights and silvered hair from worry, arguing that persistent labor yields better outcomes and clearer thinking, while fortune rewards caution and effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis BE. Thayer
After-dinner Speaker Tells Tall Tales Comment Sparkles Doubt
A speaker recounts world experiences after a meal and faces skepticism from the audience. One listener mutters that the stories seem improbable while another defends the speaker, saying he knows the man. The exchange captures a moment of disbelief and familiarity in a social gathering.
Lloyd McCall in Normandy Describes Inland Bolbec Life
In a letter from Normandy McCall details inland Bolbec Lillebonne and surrounding life. He notes extreme weather, frugal living with bread cheese and wine, widespread bicycle travel, and scarce water. He observes simple customs, sparse plumbing, horse and donkey carts, and a wary view of local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd McCal
Normandy
France
Daily Lesson on English Words Misuse and Spelling Notes
A compact guide highlights common mispronunciations and misspellings. It lists terms like peony and Noel, explains misused phrases, and defines words such as inertness and synonyms for simple or stupid. The piece urges daily vocabulary growth and notes pronunciation tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Burke
Floor Walkers club names new officers discussed
In the Journal office X A finalizes the annual funny book By Ways while the Floor Walkers consider officers. A suggestion includes Rev. Vinz for president Marion Stransky for secretary treasurer and Walter Otter as vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
X. A
Floor Walkers Club
Floor Walkers
Vinz
Newe
Marion Stransky
Walter O0tter
Vic
White elephant gift exchange sparks opinion in columnist
The writer criticizes the white elephant exchange as impractical for items long stored on shelves. They note the challenge of parting with such objects and mention a delayed birthday gift that cannot reach its recipient before the holiday.
Horses Stage Comeback on North Dakota Farms
Odd column notes a North Dakota farming trend with horse imagery and humor about time and eternity. Snappy dialogue about dealers on time and a quip on education and power contrasts with a reference to Malaam and a talking donkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Hankies Dismissed as Not Needed by Youths
A fragment notes Hankies suggested to a person named xX. A. for purchase are dismissed with emphasis that napkins and dinner-size handkerchiefs are preferable. The youth speaker denies need for finer hankies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xx. A
Haulldrun Column Pleads for Contributions
A noted columnist urges readers to send large contributions to X. A. and requests a copy of By-Ways for XX. The short column blames the lute for today’s sparse humor and asks Santa Claus for help with gifts and messages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haulldrun
X. A
Santa Claus
XX. A
Love Letter Contest Opens At The Literary Supplies
Readers are invited to submit short love letters in poetry or prose for publication. Entries must be purposed and concise. Winning pieces will be published in the Saturday issue by BY WAYS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aly
Canton diplomat Chu Chao-Hein dies after snake dinner
Canton China reports the death of Chu Chao-Hein, inspector general of foreign affairs, after a dinner featuring snake. Officials say a poisonous bone in the meal caused the death, a result that comes after his China League of Nations work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canton
China
Chu Chao-Hein
Even Eral
Chu
America
League of Nations Activitice
Fire destroys Lucas school building in basement blaze
Lucas Iowa December 13 The school building was destroyed by a basement fire that began above a furnace. Loss was estimated at one hundred dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucas
Iowa
Plane Crash Kills Amatuer Pilot Near Farm Home
Sioux City Iowa December 13 James Talley 40 amateur pilot died from injuries after a plane crash near his farm home. Local authorities reported the fatal incident occurred in rural surroundings and Talley was pronounced dead at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
Iowa
Dee
INS
James Talley
Fonaluy Oy
Sheriff Sale Of Minnie Crump Property In Washington Iowa
A writ of special execution leads to a public sale of Minnie Crump's goods and lands in Washington Iowa. The sale is set for January 10 at 2 PM in front of the Washington County Court House with cash terms and includes Lot A in Block 4 Margaret M Youngs Addition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Washington County
Iowa
Minnie Crump
Court House
Washington
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Company
Margaret M. Young
J. M. Bratten
L. F. Woodburn
L. Dunlap
Hi. M. Putnam
Notice of Expiration for Washington County Tax Sale
Notice to Herman Wallace and heirs that Lot Eight in Block Sty in J. H. Young's Addition Washington Iowa, was sold for 1923 taxes on December 1 1824 to Washington Loan & Trust Company. Property now owned by J M Bratten L F Woodburn and L E Dunlap trustees. Redemption expires 90 days after service. Treasurer's Deed will be issued. Service dated November 28 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Iowa
Towit
J. H. Young
Washington
Washington Loan & Trust Company
J. M. Hratten
L F. Woodburn
L. E. Dunlap
J. M. Bratten
L. F. Wooedburn
T. L. Brookhart
Wellman Community Activities Include Postgraduate Dinner
Mrs. Elery Foster and guests attended a turkey dinner and post graduate course closing in Washington with physicians and locals. Visitors from Wellman and nearby areas joined entertainment at the State theatre to see Joe Brown’s film You Said a Mouthful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellman
Elery Foster
Mary
Jimmie
Mesadames Lilovd Durst
Keith Adams
Cedar Rapids
William Rickey
Washington
Mia. A. L. Braden
Mee
EK. D. Miller
G A. BR
Court House
Gladys Smith
Thelda Freel
Webb Morrow
Y. Keith Adam
Jonathan James
Alicia Jones
Robert Glider
Hopkinton
Iowa
Prudw Rhoades
Robert Wade
Rhoads
Glider
Vialt
Despettes
Robert
Myron Mackey
Betty Lou
Rad
Wasi Thant
Fugitive Author Hides From Extradition Amid Film Buzz
Robert E. Burns, author of I Am a Fugitive From a Chain Gang, lives in constant dread of return to a state chain gang after twice escaping. He spoke of wartime service, hardship, and his hope the film will shed light on abuses, while avoiding public exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert EK Bart
Burns
Warner Bros
Paul Muni
Robert K. Burns
Brooklyn
Lvov
Sword of the Law
New York
Plymouth Theater
Vanl Muni
Warner Bros. Studios
Mooi
Jiurns
Albuquerque
Holywood
Movie Capital
Cone
Robert £. Burns
Military guest visits as community Christmas program planned
Myron, a Marine of two years with a Philippines posting, visits Wellman from his base on leave to see family and friends. The Community Christus tree event will be held Friday in the school gym with Santa, trees, and treats donated by the PTA. Officers elected earlier include President Mrs A E Lint, Vice President Mrs Karl Weidlein, and Secretary-Treasurer Miss Thelda Freel. Nort Messenger is confined to bed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron
Marines
Philippines
Weet Liberty
Wellman
Lou Miller
Po. T. A
Santa Claus
A. E. Lint
Karl Weidlein
Thelda Freel
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Hkrar Wr
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Washington, County
Herman Wallace
Harriett Pattison
Tvetem
Fourteenth Engineers
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Miss Howe
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