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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
4
A brief Bible verse meditation for Saturday December 19 1093 reflects on Jesus questioned about doing good on the sabbath. It cites Mark 3 2 and highlights the dilemma of saving life versus harming on the holy day.
A local editorial lauds the completed two mile Washington Wayland road segment in Iowa. It notes thorough grading and paving, crediting county engineer W P Rawn and chief engineer Fred R White of Ames for the testimonial praising Rawn’s long service and integrity.
The article lauds Bill Rawn for supervising Washington county road construction crediting Ames engineering training for his competence. It asserts the roads will endure and stand as a monument to his integrity and skill, with praise from Mr. White.
An editorial essay examines a rise of fear driven leaders in Europe and warns Americans to uphold liberty. It argues the American spirit rejects surrender to security promises and champions independence, progress, and belief in future achievements. It notes high taxes on farm products as context.
A poem recounts a farewell between two lovers at a ball. One man begs a rose from the flirtatious woman as she departs, pledging memory and love while she hints at lingering regret and a final good night.
A Washington doctor began his career in an insane asylum and revealed yesterday that a patient gave him a one million dollar check, which he still holds. The note adds a humorous remark about the narrator’s relief and a light aside about a lazy woman and pancakes. The Cetten Seed store plans heavy promotion for its prettiest porch contest to inspire local homeowners to beautify homes for the Christmas season.
An old lady offers a penny to a destitute beggar who replies that he was once generous to the poor. A young woman questions car depreciation, and a salesman notes that depreciation was removed as it caused worry.
Quote captures a young minister thanking parishioners after service for gifts and a child’s unusual offering of an egg at the altar. The scene captures small town humor with a light musical reference.
A quotation from The Office Philosopher contrasts cooperation, neighbors, happiness, and gentleness with a humorous remark about a honeymoon ending when he questions why he called someone an angel. It lampoons self deception and social behavior in concise aphorisms.
Mary recalls a loud Tom Cat that sang like Caruso, but the arrival of an automobile silenced the performances.
A handwriting specialist copied the Bible on a single sheet of paper and a postcard correspondent would lure readers. An eminent editorial voice urges citizens not to undervalue America while a local clothier notes selling America shorts is easier in warm weather.
The manager questioned how the sale was lost as the clerk tried multiple shoe pairs on a prospective customer. The clerk described the woman as odd and said she rejected his glove analogy and left with no purchase.
Freshmen held a party at the school house with games and a gift exchange. Sophomores met at Helen Ruth Durian’s country home for Monopoly and other games with refreshments and a gift exchange. Juniors hosted a waffle supper at the school house, then attended the Wellman theatre. The operetta The Magic Christmas Bells features main cast Santa Claus and others, with each grade presenting a country the afternoon of December 22 at 8:00 p.m.
Ainsworth events include Mr. and Mrs. Frank Golden visiting East Moline, a Standard Oil employee party at Harold Cross home in Riverside with turkey dinner and exchange, and various local visits. Mentions of illness, travel to Ottumwa, and residents in Spencer and Sigourney offices. Johnny Rath buys a new Chevrolet from J. A. Marsh.
Officers of Composite chapter No. 91 Royal Arch Masons were chosen with J. Kelly McKee as high priest Fay M. Green as king G E Wiegner scribe F C Spaeth treasurer and J H Wykert secretary Installation planned for January Farm Bureau in Columbus City township also elected C E Pierce president J D Helmick vice president Mrs R F Johnston secretary and treasurer Burks funeral services held for Samuel Burks 75 with burial at Indian Creek cemetery following a June 9 1861 Huntington West Virginia birth record mention
A Washington business executive notes women dominate a recent show with three female attendees who remained silent. The executive contrasts male and female shopping: women aim to save on bargains, while men focus on price regardless of value.
An item notes a man taking a wager to eat 300 apples in a single day and jokes about dodging doctor bills. It hints at following rules more closely and references an age old gag about apples, suggesting caution.
Washington December 18 1936 Babson credits a December boom to heavy industries led by railroads steel and shipbuilding. Locomotive orders rail freight activity and electric power use hit record highs as capital goods expand while consumer demand recovers. The outlook warns wage pressures and potential price increases as prosperity returns.
A Burks family notice notes survivors including widow former Columbus Junction resident Mrs Jane Skipton and two brothers Jefferson Burks Detroit and Green Burks Moundsville plus a stepson and stepdaughter. A daughter Abner Kemp preceded him. Local women share news of social visits and Christmas events with the Philathea class at the Presbyterian church and gatherings hosted by Mrs Austin Davis and the Half Hour club.
Prairie Center reports social visits and moves. Mrs David McCartney of Moline wintering with daughters Mrs Sterling and Mrs Koehler. Marjorie Wolfe born to Howard Wolfe family in Decatur. Mrs Chas Weber cares for Mrs Al Moore in Ainsworth. Loren Stark visited Chas Weber. August Zieglowsky family moves near Haskins. Fred Zieglowsky family relocates to vacated home. Malcome Montgomerys visit Boyd Stephens and attend Farm Bureau meeting in Washington.
The article lists numerous calls and visits at the home near Columbus Junction including Charles Reebsam at Howard Motor in Davenport and multiple Sunday and Tuesday gatherings with Robertson, Zeck, Wiegman, Watson, Murdock, and others. A bridge game and a for sale ad are noted.
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