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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1936
Page
4
A devotional note urges resisting Satan with submission to God and cites James 4 7. It reflects on the power of personal example as the most effective sermon attributed to P B Sloan.
The piece argues there was no single mandate from the 1932 election, only a general desire to maintain better economic conditions. It notes support for reforms such as a proposed Child Labor amendment, with debate over whether states or the federal government should regulate child labor.
A satirical critique defines social economy as mixing theoretical and practical socialism. It condemns practical socialism as rule by an oligarchy over families and labor, implying democracy as its bloody end. It questions society as a crowds to seek wealth and display, and suggests remedy lies in following ancient sauces, noting people prefer noisy leaders and offering exchange as a futile fix.
The passage argues that the main voter mandate in the late election was to sustain prosperity. It says staying in reasonably good times and maintaining public mood will keep the governing party in power, while threats to employment, relief, or prices could destabilize the body politic.
Senator Pat Harrison, head of the Senate Finance Committee, pledges no tax hikes and a balanced budget for fiscal year 1938 if Congress trims costs and revenue grows. Treasury outlook improves with informal tax projections rising toward six billion dollars, aiding confidence among industrial leaders.
Dr. Allen of the State University of Town spoke at the rotary meeting yesterday. A student asked what he would do if he were Edward Vitl and he replied he had never met Mrs. Simpson. Mrs. C S Williams of Town City sent a fine note praising By the Way and ordered seven copies.
A collage of aphorisms and anecdotes appears from a community page. It includes advice on humility and charity, reflections on self-knowledge, and a humorous anecdote about a Washington man and a borrowed hat. The tone is light, with brief musings and a dated flavor.
A local note jokes about traffic safety and red hosiery hazard warnings. It mentions a car trip to see Santa, a schoolboy snowman, and Bonnie Pease. The 1936 Christmas Seals feature varying printing firms and private markers on the 56th stamp on each sheet.
Favorite expressions capture Jamies Causey remark as Gabby Hartnett, famed baseball star, visited Washington and greeted fans, including a local girl who shared excitement over the weekend. Hartnett held her hand for nearly a minute, drawing attention from residents.
The Lexington circle gathered at Mr. and Mrs John McCrabb in Keota. Members, including the ill Mrs. Phil George, tied a wool comfort and quilted for Mrs. George and Mrs. McCrabb. New officers were elected: President Clara Fading, Treasurer Bessie Stewart, with Grace Emde and Bessie Stewart on the flower committee. The group planned the annual family dinner at the church on Dec 36.
Davenport announces the engagement of Rachel Brown to Edgar H. Holden of Davenport. The couple will wed at twilight on New Year’s Day at the bride’s home. The Browns mark their thirty fourth wedding anniversary. Miss Brown attended Coe College and Mr. Holden is a Davenport High School graduate.
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